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October 20, 2023
I have long been eager to explore the Canadian Maritime Provinces and Quebec City. What better way to explore these gorgeous places in Canada along with the iconic New England cities of Boston and Bar Harbor than on the Holland America Cruise Canada and New England? We spent eight days on the magnificent Zuiderdam as […]
August 17, 2023
Are you dreaming of where you’d like to travel? Why not make it someplace spectacular? The world is brimming with amazing destinations, but here are nineteen particularly jaw-dropping places to visit once in a lifetime. Note: They are not in any particular order… I recommend that you see them ALL. Cappadocia Turkey Cappadocia is a […]
July 26, 2023
I won’t lie; hiking is not my superpower. If there’s not a serious reward at the end, count me out. The Devils Bathtub is a strenuous hike, but it did have an incredible motivating factor: an impressive photography opportunity of a natural, deep, icy-cold, and scary-looking rock tub. The Devil’s Bathtub is a beautiful and […]
July 6, 2023
Most people are familiar with at least some of the holiday destinations along the Mexican Caribbean Coast; they represent the most popular beaches in the country, attracting millions of tourists every year who flock to enjoy the shimmering turquoise water and palm-lined beaches. In addition to the stunning beaches, the area also offers Mayan archeological […]
June 28, 2023
Pompeii is a vast UNESCO World Heritage excavated archaeological site near the coast of the Bay of Naples. Once a booming and sophisticated Roman port city, in 79 A.D. Pompeii was buried under up to 20 feet of ash and pumice after the catastrophic 2-day, 10-mile-high eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The fine ash and mud […]
June 19, 2023
Tamarindo, in the Guanacaste Province, on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, is known for its beautiful sandy beaches and strong waves that attract surfers worldwide. The beaches in Tamarindo Costa Rica are also perfect for families. Travelers in search of Costa Rica’s “pura vida” (simple life) lifestyle will enjoy this charming beach town. The town’s excellent […]
June 15, 2023
Mexico was the second international country I visited, in my early 20s, and I’ve been going back ever since (several decades). Visiting the Mexico ruins is one of the reasons why I continue to go back to this county. Each one, whether Mayan, Aztec, or Zapotec, is incredible in its own way, even the tiny […]
June 12, 2023
Mesmerizing turquoise water lapping onto pristine sugar-sand beaches, there isn’t a prettier beach anywhere in the Caribbean. Unlike the more frenetic Cancun to the north, Tulum has a more laid-back beach vibe, although it has rapidly gone from a sleepy fishing town to an upscale holiday destination featuring a myriad of eco-chic boutique hotels. With […]
May 24, 2023
Perched on the peaks of towering limestone pillars formed millions of years ago, the monasteries of Meteora view is hauntingly enchanting. Constructed during the Middle Ages, Meteora is a marvel of human creativity. The Greek word meteora means “suspended in the air,” and this phrase aptly describes the otherworldly Meteora view. Originally there were 24 […]
May 19, 2023
Postcard-perfect Krabi is one of the more popular tourist destinations in Southern Thailand and it’s easy to see why… it’s my favorite destination in Thailand! The diversity of surrounding nature is astounding, from towering limestone cliffs rising out of the ocean to pristine jungle landscapes, miles of stunning beaches, natural hot springs, mangrove forests, delicious […]