One of the best things about getting away is having the opportunity to try new activities. Fine resorts pride themselves on offering a variety of them to keep guests occupied. Many maintain sports pros and teaching facilities to help you get up to speed quickly. Most likely they also can provide the equipment you need to get started, and you'll find other vacationers at your level to learn beside.

On your next vacation, try a new sport.
It could become a lifetime passion.

About's Sports and Recreation channel features dozens of different sites, each guided by an expert in a different discipline. There you can explore an activity in depth. Several of these Guides have provided brief overviews of their sport, focusing on what first-timers need to know. Click on any activity you're interested in to learn more about getting started:

FISHING	GOLF
HORSEBACK RIDING	WATERSKIING/ WAKEBOARDING
TENNIS	INLINE SKATING
Previous Honeymoons/Romantic Getaways Travel Features	SNOWBOARDING

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