My colleague Lois Friedland has put together an interesting blog carnival of summer adventure travel opportunities found on About.com travel sites. If you're looking for something beyond the average tourist experience on your vacation, you'll want to check it out. Adventure travel ranges from hiking and biking to paddling and European races and you'll even find honeymoon and family adventure travel ideas.
My Italy contribution is Sea Kayaking on Elba Island, the largest island in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park. Paddle along the scenic coastline, swim in the sea, hike, and relax on the beach during the day, then return to your hotel and enjoy dining in local restaurants or choose the more adventurous kayaking, trekking, drag line fishing, and camping adventure experience.
Elba Island Kayak Photo © Barbara Kossy, used by permission