The plastic water bottle skidded off the granite and disappeared. It wasn’t the sound the bottle made that disturbed me. It was the silence that followed its rapid disappearance. Along with twenty to twenty-five other people I was perched on the east face of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park, the world-famous granite slab that John Muir called “the most beautiful and most sublime of all the wonderful Yosemite rocks.” We were climbing the … [Read more...]
4 Secret Romantic Places for Couples
Are you planning a romantic getaway with your partner? Whether it is for a honeymoon or an anniversary celebration, there are many places perfect for your romantic trip. Brewing ideas for your romantic getaway is exciting in itself. There are so many possible things to do, to surprise, and to spoil your beloved. But oftentimes, people get a little stressed out with the whole planning too, especially when they want to make this trip flawless … [Read more...]
Best Cruise Destinations in the Caribbean
I have cruised on the open oceans and on rivers - I've been on several themed cruises including to Antarctica. The choices for destinations and types of cruises are seemingly endless. Where to start? For me, I start with warm weather! My favorite cruise destination in the world is the Caribbean. And I love visiting this part of the world after the hurricane season and when the weather starts cooling considerably in the Northern Hemisphere but … [Read more...]
What to Consider When Planning a Cruise For Your Honeymoon
A perfect wedding cannot end without a beautiful cruise for a honeymoon. People invest in a lot of time and resources to achieve the ideal wedding dream. When the day comes to its stop, newlyweds will start dreaming about the next half of their life together. There are many ways to spend a honeymoon together, but today we will be looking at the tips together. Let's begin with our honeymoon cruise travel tips. Getting out of one’s comfort … [Read more...]
Hawks Cay: A Classic Florida Keys Resort Redefines Itself
If you think Florida is all early bird specials and theme parks where you’ll wait on long lines to sip butter beer, welcome to the Florida Keys. This 125-mile-long chain of islands is a natural wonderland that begins just south of Miami. Once you arrive, you’ll feel a million miles away from the crowds that a certain black-eared mouse attracts. The Keys are divided into five regions: Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine and the Lower Keys … [Read more...]
Gorgeous Grenada, #Caribbean – March 2019
Grenada may not be on most traveler's radar, but this small island in the southern Caribbean offers a diversity of picturesque postcard views along with a number of activities and attractions. Originally discovered by the 'west', Christopher Columbus first saw the island in 1498. A number of airlines fly here including American, Delta, Jet Blue, Air Canada, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Liat. The tiny Maurice Bishop International … [Read more...]
Philadelphia’s Long Heritage of Public Markets and Food Halls Continues Growing
When visiting a city for a few days even as a dedicated well researched traveler, it's difficult to cover all the can't-miss attractions let alone sample the wide crosscut of renowned food and beverage offerings. Markets and food halls provide a solution with an array of choices under one roof instead of visiting each establishment individually scattered across many neighborhoods. One of the first in the United States, Philadelphia's public … [Read more...]
Enjoy a cruise with a difference
Many people dream of booking a cruise and enjoying the all-inclusive nature of a week or two spent out in the ocean. However, deciding where to go can be difficult with so many wonderful destinations to choose from around the world. There are also different types of cruises, with many of them now built around a specific type of theme. Read on as we look at three of our favourite cruises. Eyes down for bingo A leading shipping operator … [Read more...]
Magical Alaska: Tips for Planning a Northern Lights Vacation
Our world is filled with amazing sights that leave us in awe, but only rare events can come close to the magic of Aurora Borealis! This exciting phenomenon only occurs on dark, cold nights at high latitudes, which makes Alaska the perfect destination for enjoying this hypnotic green glow on the horizon. So, if you want to witness this scarlet spectacle, pack your bags and plan an unforgettable Northern Lights vacation! Pick the right time … [Read more...]
Cruising the Fjords of Patagonia
Few places around the world evoke as much myth and awe as Chile’s Patagonia region. The mere name conjures imagery of pristine wilderness and raw nature, of stunning scenery and awe-inspiring mountains. This is where land meets sea, where ocean currents are funneled through narrow gorges opening to cavernous bays, where innumerable fjords and glaciers carve through rocky massifs. Surrounded by only water for thousands of kilometers in three … [Read more...]
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