Top North America Unique Experiences - page 14

Family activities can start to get pricey as you book for all the people in your group, but not this Phoenix Scavenger Hunt Experience. This city scavenger hunt is perfect for travelers on a budget still looking for a fun, interactive way to see the Phoenix. You’ll work with your group to solve puzzles and clues as you make your way around to highlights and hidden gems.

Enjoy a uniquely adventurous way to explore Chicago with this zombie apocalypse-themed smartphone scavenger hunt game. Upon booking, download the app and set off at a time that works best for you, with help from your remote interactive guide. You’ll be given a list of challenges to solve and objects to find to beat the zombies, all while exploring some of Chicago’s most popular corners.

Pay tribute to Portland’s myth-laden landmarks with a fun scavenger hunt adventure! This competition adds pizzazz to a walking tour with a friendly race through Portland to solve clues, complete challenges, and track down some of the city’s hidden gems. Don’t forget your smart phone and sleuthing sensibility! Note: Price is per individual, but each team must book together to join in the same adventure.

While walking tours are helpful for getting oriented, they rely on guides and don’t encourage off-script exploration. With this interactive scavenger hunt, explore at your own pace while scouring Reno for items needed to survive the zombie apocalypse, taking on zombie-themed challenges along the way. Communicate with a game host via chat during the hunt, and compare your scores with other teams across the country when you’ve completed it.

Immerse yourself in the SoCal lifestyle—and learn the basics of surfing in an accessible, hands-on way—with private surfing lessons. Choose from multiple convenient class times, and meet your instructor right on the legendary Venice Beach. With personalized guidance, you’ll learn the basics on the beach before grabbing your board and trying out your skills in the waves.

Take in the flora and fauna of the De Leon Springs State Park from up close with this guided boat tour along Spring Garden Creek. Spot wildlife and admire views of Spring Garden Lake, Jones Island, and the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge while you learn more about the area’s ecosystem, history, and healing waters of the natural spring. Enjoy unobstructed views from the open-sided pontoon-style boat and snap plenty of photos along the route.

Explore the connection between San Diego, California and Tijuana, Mexico on an afternoon craft beer tour. Your guide eliminates the stress of navigating through each city on your own: Head straight to popular watering holes and hidden gems for complimentary beer tastings. A small group size ensures a tailored experience and the full attention of your guide.

Explore the haunted mining town of Goodsprings, Nevada—featured on the Travel Channel’s "Ghost Adventures"—without having to drive from Las Vegas. Enjoy dinner at the historic Pioneer Saloon before joining a guided ghost hunt through the abandoned downtown and local cemetery. Hear chilling tales of paranormal sightings, use ghost-hunting equipment, and visit reputedly haunted sites, including the Pioneer Saloon, said to be home to the spirits of a miner and a gunshot victim.

This salsa-dancing session will have you hitting the dancefloors of Cancun with confidence. If you love salsa but don't know where to go or don't have a partner, this group session at the best salsa venue in town is a great opportunity to make new friends. Socialize and practice your dance moves: all skill levels are welcome.

Break up your vacation by spending time in the water with this surf lesson in Santa Monica. Suitable for all skill levels, including beginners, learn the basics of surfing in just a couple of hours. Feel safe in an ocean spot with a sandy bottom after spending the first part of your lesson on the sand. Perfect for travellers who enjoy adding a little physical activity to their vacation itinerary.

Experience the tranquility of a guided meditation with this Sedona experience. Your guide, Michele, will meet you in the red rocks of Sedona, where you'll take a short walk to a quiet spot together. You'll then sit down for a guided meditation, with the opportunity to learn about different techniques for mindfulness in order to find what suits you best.

Make new friends and perfect your dance moves by attending a social salsa dance session in Playa del Carmen. Experienced dancers and complete beginners alike are welcome, and if you’ve never danced salsa before, fear not: a professional dance host will be on hand to show you some basic steps.

Get into the holiday spirit in New York City with a holiday brunch cruise. Set sail from Chelsea Piers on a classic boat decked out with holiday decorations. Enjoy stunning views of city landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge from the water while savoring a 3-course prix fixe brunch.

This Las Vegas bar crawl visits the most unique bars on Fremont Street for craft beers, cocktails, and even tequila shots. In between stops, see art installations and the vintage neon lights of downtown Las Vegas. Your professional photographer guide captures the night's best moments, so you don’t have to.

Take a 5-hour wilderness survival skills class in a beautiful Santa Cruz redwood forest. Learn and practice core wilderness techniques with an expert instructor-guide. Your course covers starting a fire by friction, creating shelter, identifying edible plants, and finding and preparing food in the wilderness. Without the tools of the modern world, you’ll build useful skills for a wilderness setting and hear about age-old skills used by the native peoples of California. Build confidence and expand your knowledge base during this fun and fascinating wilderness class.

Dance salsa in Merida with an hour-long class that combines instruction with fun, social dancing. Whether you’re a beginning dancer or just practicing your moves, you can meet travelers and locals as you dance in a welcoming environment. Then, with the instructor to lead the way, try out steps that go from dancing basics to more advanced technique.

A unique tour where you can enjoy the nature that Veracruz offers, in a place as distinctive as La Mancha, site that houses 7 ecosystems, and which is the resting place of 500 species of birds, you can not miss an experience of this type .

Create life-long memories of your trip to Oahu by booking a private photography session in Honolulu. You'll head for a scenic spot, such as Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, or the Makapuu Lookout, where your photographer will capture memorable moments that will never fade. Afterward, you'll receive a digital selection of beautiful, high-resolution vacation photos.

Soar above the islands of Maui County on this private air tour. Step into your private cabin, suitable for up to five passengers, and take in views of Honolua Bay, Makena State Park, Molokini Crater, Wailea Beach, and lava fields. Don headsets to listen to live commentary from your pilot and ask questions during the flight. The tour lasts about 80 to 90 minutes, offering an intimate and scenic experience.

Swim or snorkel with sharks in the Sea of Cortez during this half-day tour from Cabo San Lucas. Your guide ensures a memorable and safe experience as you look for blue sharks, silky sharks, mako, smooth hammerheads, and other marine life, and get a close look at the Arch of Cabo San Lucas and sea lion colony. Includes gear, guide, refreshments, underwater photos, and boat transportation from the marina.

Explore Mexico City like a local and let a like-minded resident craft your itinerary. Share your interests—whether they lie in live music, culture, and street art to history and traditional cuisine—and let a local with expert knowledge of Mexico’s vibrant capital city develop a personalized tour just for you. Enjoy a unique experience and visit places that you won’t find in a guidebook.

Combine sightseeing with a photo shoot with this private New York City walking tour through the city striking streets. Get tips and tricks for photographing NYC's fast-paced city life as you stroll around Midtown Manhattan and beyond. Customize your itinerary to include the places you want to visit, whether its landmarks like the Chrysler Building and Grand Central Terminal or movie filming locations.

Learn how to surf in Fort Lauderdale at a family-run surf school that has over 40 years of surfing experience. Instead of worrying about keeping up with a group, guarantee the undivided attention of your instructor with a private surfing lesson. Everything you need—such as a surfboard, surfboard leash, and surfing rash guard—are provided, so all you need to do is show up and have fun.

Discover Vancouver’s microbrew industry on this private, 4-hour, craft-beer tasting tour. British Columbia is going through a renaissance in craft beer production and new microbreweries are popping up all over, especially in Vancouver. Visit four of Vancouver’s finest microbreweries to discover the best craft beer the city has to offer. All tasting fees, plus transportation, including a Vancouver hotel pickup and drop-off, are included.