Need ideas for the adventure traveler in your family? Can't afford an expensive gift? Try buying them a subscription to their favorite adventure magazine.

A friend gave me an subscription to National Geographic Adventure a few years ago and I loved it. It not only kept me abreast on the new adventure destinations and activities, but the latest in technology and gadgets that made travel easier. Most subscriptions take a few weeks to start, so time is important. Buy it now and they should receive their first magazine by January or February. It truly is the gift that keeps on giving.

Here are a few of my favorite adventure/outdoor magazines:

National Geographic Adventure

Outside

Backpacker

Women's Adventure

Wend