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Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage with Holland America: Helicopter Ride + Dog Mushing on Norris Glacier, Juneau

March 1, 2023 by Dave4 Comments

Arguably this experience is one of the most memorable on shore excursions offered by Holland America on a visit to Alaska's Inside Passage. I always gravitate towards unique experiences and this one is truly special, featuring stunning visuals of the mountainous interior from a helicopter including the Juneau Icefield, a landing directly on a glacier and dog mushing, all in the same afternoon. Northstar Helicopters (founded 1998) is located … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Alaska, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Cruising, Denmark, Film, Glacier, Hawaii, Helicopter, Journey, New York City, Wildlife

3 Things to Look for in a Car Rental Service

October 24, 2022 by Michaella JonesLeave a Comment

Vacationing is the perfect opportunity to explore new areas and make new memories. But without transportation, it’s almost impossible to do so. Whether you’re visiting Las Vegas or Maui, you’ll want to know that you’ve got the freedom to travel anywhere you like at any time. Car rental services, such as those offered by Frank's Friendly Cars Maui Car Rental, LLC, provide you with high-quality transportation so that you can enjoy your vacation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Hawaii

A Visit to Hump Island Oyster Company: a Shore Excursion with Holland America, Ketchikan Alaska

September 1, 2022 by Dave2 Comments

Hump Island Oyster Company is located about a 30 minute drive from Ketchikan. This visit and on-shore experience was arranged through a Holland America Inside Passage cruise. This business was founded in 2010 by civil engineer Trevor Sande whose family has lived in Alaska since the early 1920s. He located an ideal place along Clover Passage on the shores of Hump Island, only a few miles from his family home - an area that takes full advantage of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Alaska, America, Art, Cruising, Drinking, Farming, Hawaii, Oyster, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Mark Jason Williams, Award-Winning Playwright, Essayist and Travel Writer

July 15, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Q. Traveling is a universal experience that everyone takes pleasure in, but being a gay traveler comes with its own set of complexity and challenges. How do you define LGBTQ travel and why LGBTQ travel matters in your opinion? I think the definition of LGBTQ travel is constantly evolving, and that’s a great thing. Twenty years ago, being a gay traveler meant I only felt comfortable going to certain spots, like San Francisco or Miami, where … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Amsterdam, Antarctica, Arizona, Art, Beach, Chicago, Desert, Ecuador, England, Europe, Florence, Hawaii, History, Ice Cream, Iceland, Idaho, Illinois, Internet, Italy

Best Dreamy Places to Discover With Your Spouse

July 5, 2022 by Margaret GoodmanLeave a Comment

Relationships are beautiful once you find the right person. And once you're in a relationship or married, there are plenty of amazing places to travel with your spouse and experience life together. Seeing new places and things is a great way to bond with your loved ones, create memories, and learn more about each other. Traveling teaches much about someone, especially when you're spending 24/7 together. It can be a great way to test your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Beach, Bicycle, Bridges, California, Canada, Canals, Empire State Building, Food and Wine, France, Greece, Hawaii, Hiking, Italy, National Park, New York City, Nightlife, Paris, Resort, Restaurants

Discovering a new way to cruise with UnCruise Adventures

June 30, 2022 by Abdul RastagarLeave a Comment

Tired of the massive cruise ships packed to the brim with thousands of tourists? Not interested in that kind of generic, high-density vacation but still want the unparalleled sightseeing and relaxation of a scenic cruise? Then maybe an Uncruise is the right cruise for you. UnCruise Adventures is unlike any cruise I’ve done in the past. And I quickly found myself warming up to the concept. After spending a day on a special “behind the scenes” … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Africa Safari, Alaska, Baja California, California, Caribbean, Costa Rica, Cruising, Denali, Food and Wine, Hawaii, Hiking, Machu Picchu, National Park, River Rafting, Wildlife

Seek Adventure for Your 10th Wedding Anniversary

January 26, 2022 by Tamara LidbomLeave a Comment

An anniversary trip presents the perfect opportunity to re-energize your relationship, especially when reaching a milestone anniversary like the 10th. The aluminum or tin anniversary represents durability, strength, and resilience in your marriage. When planning your anniversary vacation keep the meaning in mind and choose an action-packed adventure that will create memories for a lifetime. There are many places around the world where you can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Other · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Asia, Beach, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Fiji, Garden, Hawaii, Helicopter, India, Journey, Kruger National Park, Maldives, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Nightlife, Rainforest

THIS ISN’T WINTER. IT’S WAVE SEASON. UNCRUISE ADVENTURES CRUISES INTO 2022 WITH NEW SAVINGS.

January 25, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Small Ship Adventure Cruise Line Launches Savings for Adventure Travelers JUNEAU, AK– As winter takes hold, the leader in adventure cruising, UnCruise Adventures, announces premium 2022 cruise savings. The cruise line's newest WAVE season offers launch on Jan 1st and provides travelers with incentives to book early and save. From Jan 4th, 2022, through April 15th, 2022, guests who book WAVE season savings will also be entered into an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Alaska, California, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cruising, Culture, Denali, Hawaii, History, Machu Picchu, Mexico, Sailing, Seattle, Shopping Mall, Wildlife

4 Transformative Travel Ideas for the Whole Family

April 24, 2021 by Anne DavisLeave a Comment

The world is a wondrous place just waiting to be explored, so it would be a shame to leave out our naturally curious kids when we travel. In many ways, kids are geared for travel and adventure. In fact, studies show that travel can be extremely beneficial to a child's development. Now more than ever, parents are opting to bring the kids along for vacation and they rave about the experiences. Traveling with the whole family facilitates rich … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Asia, Australia, Cambodia, Castle, Culture, Dolphin, England, Great Barrier Reef, Hawaii, History, Iceland, Ireland, London, Machu Picchu, Peru, Rome, Scuba Diving

“Best Harbor in the US” Winners Announced

June 9, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

5 million people had the opportunity to vote in the US Harbors crowd-sourced contest. Rockland, ME — June 2020 — The 2nd annual contest to find the “Best Harbor” in the U.S. wrapped up on Sunday, May 31st with winners announced today. US Harbors, an online site for tides and weather—providing localized information on over 1,400 harbors on the coast and Great Lakes--runs the annual contest to determine the community with the most passion about … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Beach, Canals, Fishing, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Oregon, Seafood, Village

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