Although enthusiasts’ spending is on par with other types
of adventure travelers, their more frequent international trips
typically last an average of one extra day. They spend more
money on equipment and gear, because they value brands
that fit their highly specialized needs, and they seek out locations
that are difficult to access or are upcoming but not
yet popular.On the other hand, extreme adventurers, such
as base jumpers and those who cross the Greenland Ice
Cap or run 100 km races, are not as much tourists as independent
travelers and thrill-seekers. Extreme adventurers
spend less money, because they have their own equipment,
may not seek commercial support to practice the activity,
seek out locations that are difficult to access, and often
camp or provide their own transport.