Who? The Fossil Mammoth Tooth Man Why? Rugged, expansive, and ancient, Alaska is the perfect destination for the man who wants to get a glimpse of the untamed wilderness as it must have looked to the majestic Woolly Mammoths that once stalked these frigid lands.
What? You can scale Skagway’s Chilkoot Trail to test your strength and take in breathtaking vistas, join a Bike and Brew that takes you through the Tongass National Forest, or even fish for fresh salmon in a small southeastern town, far away from the summer cruise ship looky-loos.
Who? The Escher Man Why? Classic, complex, and finely wrought, London is a city with many facets. At once ancient and modern, elegant and boisterous, it’s the perfect landing place for the upscale swinger or educated pub-hopper. What? Only in London can you spend the day hitting that storehouse of contemporary art, the Tate Modern, and pass the night at that worldclass powerhouse of beats and pick-ups, the Ministry of Sound. If you want something halfway in between those two extremes, try a pub along the Thames or a whisky adventure in a swanky hotel.
Who? The Nassau Man Why? Kenya is where the untamed meets the luxurious. Famous for its awe-inspiring safaris, the country also prides itself on its laid-back beach resorts. What? Nature lovers can take a Hemingway-esque journey through lion (and rhino and leopard and elephant) country in the Chyulu Hills. If sandy beaches and poolside cocktails are more up your alley, try running your toes through the pristine white sands of one of Kenya’s many southern beach getaways.
Who? The Kestrel Islander Man
Why? Small but versatile, Hawaii presents the perfect combo of adventure and comfort. What? Whether you want to hike legendary trails like the Kalalau on the NÄ Pali Coast or simply relax as you watch a parade of girls and surfers chill on Oahu’s North Shore, the Hawaiian Islands are a Shangri-la for the single man. For those with a more extreme view of the world, Hawaii offers everything from volatile volcanoes to monumental waves.
Who? The Sensei Man
Why? A bustling metropolis that turns privacy into a creed and discretion into a mantra, Tokyo offers a thrilling world of dark and tangled liaisons. What? With hotel rooms you can book by the hour at the push of a button (apparently a pneumatic tube delivers the keys) and leave secretly through a myriad of back and side exits, it’s like a trip through a film noir world. Of course, no trip to Tokyo would be complete without a karaoke romp, and nothing says kinky like a sing-along underneath the mirrored ceilings of a pay-by-the-hour hotel room.
Who? The Tortuga Man Why? A playground for the world’s rich and famous and a paradise for the hip hop crowd, Miami is party central. What? From its wicked club scene to its vaunted collection of strip joints, this sumptuously seedy city on the ocean is a single’s heaven. If you want to mix some sunshine in with those late nights, take a 2-hour boat ride to the Bahamas’ Bimini island to catch one of the world’s most epic diving and snorkeling getaways.
Who? The Intrepid Man Why? An awe-inspiring marvel of the American West, the Grand Canyon is both playpen and geologic wonder. What? The intrepid outdoorsman and the science geek alike can get their thrills here, surging down the whitewater rapids of the Colorado River while gazing on the layered rock formations and contemplating the age of the earth’s crust.
Who? The Dragon Fire Man Why? If you crave a more unique and intense outing, you can always hit up one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes, the Volcån Pacaya. What? While most make the relatively easy, 1.5hour trek into the heart of the dragon, you can also camp near this fiery beast and spend the night roasting marshmallows over volcanic heat vents.
With plenty of lava flow, strombolian activity and violent explosions, Pacaya can quench the most fervent appetite for adventure.
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