Jacksonville has hot humid summers with light thunderstorms during the afternoon hours and mild freezes during winter. The overall temperature varies from 18 to 33°C (64 to 92°F) all year round.
Among the wide variety of outdoor activities, available in Jacksonville, skydiving is certainly one of the most exciting ones. Herlong Recreational Airport is located only within few miles in the southwest from the main city. Once you reach the airport, there will be a 20 mins briefing about everything you need to know and you are ready to jump in the plane and experience one of the North Florida’s highest tandem jumps.
The take off altitude is at 13000 ft/3962 m above the ground, and from the minute you jump off the plane, you will be free falling at a speed of 120 mph/193 kph. When your parachute opens, you will be gently soaring for 4 to 6 mins until you safely land on the ground. The views are amazing from up there as you have the chance to enjoy breathtaking sights over the city of Jacksonville and St. John’s River as well as the Atlantic Ocean.
Suitable for all skill levels, skydiving is a thrilling adventure and the drop zone is open seven days a week, all year round. For beginners who wish to take lessons, professional instructors are available on the spot and they can arrange and provide you with everything you will need. Don’t miss this high adrenaline activity. This is something you will never forget.
Longmont is located northeast of the county seat of Boulder, about 31 mi/49.9 km north-northwest of the Colorado state capitol in Denver. It is a home rule municipality in Boulder, Weld Counties in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Located in the middle of Sweden, Sundsvall is the capital of Norrland and unarguably a very modern city. It is a place where nature was very generous in worth-seeing landscapes and is also ideal because here the Scandi mountains meet the Nordic sea.
Rotterdam is situated in a strategic position at the Rhine – Meuse – Scheldt delta on the northeast and in the middle of a road, air, massive rail and an inland waterway distribution system that extends throughout Europe. This is the reason why Rotterdam is often called as “Gateway to Europe”. It is one of the largest ports of the world and the second largest city in Netherlands. Rotterdam is located in the west of Netherlands, in the province of South Holland and south of the Randstad.
Miami is a gifted with tropical climate cosmopolitan city, located on the Atlantic coast. As it is considered to be America's top class resort city, with vibrant nightlife and endless international cultural happenings as well as top sport activities and events, Miami is a global destination for the outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.
Hamburg (Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg) is the second largest city in Germany, the sixth largest city in the European Union and the thirteenth largest German state. It is situated on the river Elbe while its port is the second largest port in Europe and tenth worldwide. Hamburg is known for its big sporting activity among others.
Manaus is the capital city of the state of Amazonas. It is situated at the confluence of the Negro and Solimões rivers. Located in the middle of the Amazon rainforest, its access to the city is primarily through boat or airplane. This isolation helps in preserving both the nature as well as the culture of the city. Maunas is also a seat venue, hosting some of the football matches for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Outer Banks, also known as OBX, is a 200 mi/322 km long string of narrow barrier islands of the coast of North Carolina. A small portion of it extends further in Virginia, at the beginning of the southern corner of Virginia Beach, on the east coast of the United States. It is a major tourist destination and known for its temperate climate. So, grab the opportunity and visit this place as soon as possible.
Daytona Beach is located in Volusia County and is famous world wide among the race fans for the Daytona International Speedway. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the city hosts an amazing coastline and beautiful sandy beaches, attracting visitors from all over the states. It is also known for the hard packed sand on which you can drive your vehicle and visit restricted areas.
The well-known City Mountainbike, a UCI XCE mountain biking competition that was originaly based in Belgium and then in the Netherlands, is currently heading to USA! You can now race your mountain bike in a brand new destination, Columbus, Georgia!
North Little Rock is located across the picturesque Arkansas River in Pulaski County, Arkansas. North Little Rock is the state’s sixth-largest city that includes beautiful lakes, magnificent parks, such as the Dickey-Stephens Park (home of the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team), Burns Park (one of the USA largest parks), walking and bicycling trails, recreational and entertainment facilities, which bloom throughout the city.
Arkansas’ biggest city and capital, Little Rock is an extraordinary combination of entertainment and history. Visitors can pay a call to Central High Museum, Children’s Museum and Discovery Museum and enjoy meals from practically all over the world to its awesome restaurants, keeping the money in their pockets as it is one of the most affordable cities in America. One can also have many recreational activities to its parks, rivers and mountains.
Jacksonville is the largest city in Florida State, located on the banks of St. John's River and bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. With 300 days of long sunshine, a coastline of over 20 mi/32 km long, inter-coastal waterways and the largest urban park system in the country, Jacksonville is a paradise and a top destination for outdoor activities and holidays all year round.
Little Rock is the capital of Arkansas and it is situated on the south bank of the Arkansas River. It has its name taken from the French explorer Benard de LaHarpe in 1721. It is a historic city with many museums, such as the Central High Museum, Children’s Museum and Discovery Museum. It also features awesome restaurants and exciting nightlife and offers many recreational activities to visitors.
Daytona Beach is located in Volusia County and is famous world wide among the race fans for the Daytona International Speedway. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the city hosts an amazing coastline and beautiful sandy beaches, attracting visitors from all over the states. It is also known for the hard packed sand on which you can drive your vehicle and visit restricted areas.
