Active Adventures

Group Tours Are Making a Comeback — Here's How to Find Ones That Are Actually Fun

"An adventure travel company whose guided hiking-and-biking tour of New Zealand’s South Island drew a traveler who joined a group of six plus two guides and called the experience “above and beyond,” illustrating the appeal of small-group active itineraries for travelers unwilling to wait to realize long-planned wish-list trips. The operator’s format emphasizes guided outdoor activity combined with social group dynamics." - Jennifer Bradley Franklin Jennifer Bradley Franklin Jennifer Bradley Franklin is an Atlanta-based multi-platform journalist and author, specializing in travel, food, interior design, and other lifestyle topics. In addition to Travel + Leisure, her work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines