CheapOair and Qatar Airlines Are Giving Away a Pair of Bose Headphones Everyday in January

I don't typically post these kinds of giveaways on The Adventure Blog, but since I consider a good pair of headphones are an essential piece of travel gear, I thought it was worth sharing. Online airfare booking site CheapOair has joined forces with Qatar Airways to give away a pair of Bose wireless headphones every day during the month of January. These headphones typically cost $250, and offer amazing sound and great comfort in a lightweight package, which makes them a great option for travelers making a long flight.

Entry into the give away is simple. Just visit the Qatar Airways landing page at CheapOair, and click on the banner for the promotion. You'll be asked to login either via Facebook or by using your email address, either of which will earn you an entry into the contest. You can earn bonus entries by inviting friends to sign-up as well, or by joining the CheapOair mailing list. Each entry gives you an extra chance at scoring a pair of the Bose headphones.

For those not familiar with CheapOair, it is the fourth largest website for online booking of airfare – trailing behind just Expedia, Priceline, and Orbitz. The site is a great resource for travelers who are looking to save money when flying, and is one of  my "go to" options when I'm looking to book a flight. Customers can shop for affordable flights online or through a mobile app, while also interacting with customer service reps through live chat or phone.

As mentioned above, I pretty much feel like a good pair of headphones are a must have for anyone who travels with any regularity. When I set off on a trip, I always take a pair with me as it helps to pass the time on the flight, and can provide a nice sense of escape from the noisy surroundings. My favorite pair are wireless as well, which eliminates the bulky cables that can easily get tangled when taking them in and out of your bag. Prior to owning these headphones I hadn't really thought that that would be much of an issue, but now I don't ever want to go back to standard headphones if I can help it.

This is your chance to score some great Bose headphones for yourself. Head on over to the Qatar Airways page and sign up now.

How to Become an Adventure Photographer

Last week I shared a cool video that gave us some insights into what it takes to be a climbing photographer, a job that requires a great deal of skill in both disciplines. Yesterday, tech/gadget website Gizmodo published a similar story about how to become an adventure photographer, truly a dream job for many outdoor enthusiasts and frequent travelers.

The lengthy piece offers helpful tips on everything from what gear to carry, getting started in the business, and how to get published. It is packed with insights into the trade that are provided by adventure photographer Chris Brinlee, Jr.,  who is currently traveling around the world, and snapping great photos as he goes. Brinlee talks about what cameras to take with you on your adventures, including the trusty DSLR, as well as the new breed of mirrorless options and action cams like the GoPro. He even shares his thoughts on "mobile" photography using your smartphone, as well as which lenses to have in your arsenal, while also offering insights into memory cards, extra batteries, tripods, and so on.

The gear tips don't end there however, as Chris also discusses how to keep everything charged (Goal Zero of course!), which computer and software to use, storage options, and more. He even offers up some suggestions for dry bags should your adventure become one of an aquatic nature.

With the gear suggestions out of the way, the author moves on to discuss the profession itself, and how to get started on the path to becoming an adventure photographer. He recommends starting close to home, and shooting plenty of photos on local adventures before heading out on one that spans the globe. Look for nearby state or national parks that provide opportunities to shoot great photos, and start participating in the various outdoor activities that you want to shoot as well. Brinlee wraps up the story by discussing post-production activities for editing the photos, as well as options for getting images published.

All-in-all, an interesting read for anyone who enjoys photography on any level, but especially for those of us who wouldn't mind becoming professional photographers ourselves. There are plenty of insightful tips throughout the article that I'm sure that photographers of any level will find useful.

And once you've wrapped up reading this article, head over to Mashable to find out how you can win an outdoor photography package, complete with an Olympus OM-D E-M1 DSLR and lens.

Help Tusker Trail Pick Their Next Trek, Win An Adventure Of Your Own!

Tusker Trail, one of the best adventure travel companies in the world, is asking us to help them select their next trekking detonations, and as an added incentive, their giving away one of their great trips to one lucky winner.

Tusker's current trekking catalog offers some excellent opportunities to go hiking in some of the best locations on the planet, including Kilimanjaro in Africa, as well as Everest Base Camp in Nepal. They also offer trips to places like Mongolia and Bhutan, allowing clients to see some very remote regions of the world. But, the company is looking to expand their offerings, and that is where you can help.

The Tusker Facebook page is currently hosting a contest that allows us to vote for the next detonation that the company should add to its catalog. Options include New Zealand, Machu Picchu in Peru, Greenland, Australia, Myanmar, the Dolomite of Italy, Patagonia, and the Ladakh region of India. Each of those is a fantastic adventure destination, with a lot to offer travelers. Some are classic places that everyone should see at some point in their lives, while others are emerging as exciting new destinations that are luring adventurous travelers with their beautiful landscapes and interesting cultures.

To enter the contest, just visit the Facebook page, and vote for your choice for Tusker's next trip. You'll then be automatically entered to win your choice of four Tusker treks. Those include a Kilimanjaro climb, a hike across Mongolia, a visit to Bhutan, or the classic expedition to Everest Base Camp.

The contest is open through the end of October, at which time a winner will be chosen at random. That person will be notified the first week of November, at which time they can select the trip of their choice.

This is a great opportunity to win a trip from one of the best trekking companies around. Who knows, you could be off on a grand adventure of your own soon!