THE buzzword in travel these days is ACTIVITY! We must now exercise our bodies, or our minds or, better still, both.

adventuredirectory

There's a good introduction to what's available worldwide for an adrenalin rush at www.adventuredirectory.com. From abseiling to kayaking, white water rafting to balloon travel, this site has them all.

discoveradventure

For the more unusual cycling holiday visit www.discoveradventure.com which offers, among other things, mountain bike safaris lasting three or more weeks across countries as diverse as Greece, Mexico and Vietnam. The Salisbury-based company also organises walking trips.

bodyandsoulholidays

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flavours

There are masses of sporting websites but for some holidays are more about relaxation - www.bodyandsoulholidays.com is great for anyone seeking a relaxing spa break. There's everything from stress management courses to spas offering all kinds of luxurious treatments at all kinds of prices.

Then, there are horse riding holidays (www.inthesaddle.com) or Italian cookery holidays (www.flavours-foodiehols.co.uk).

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