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...]
Voting Begins May 4th, 2020 for the 2nd Annual “Best Harbor in the U.S.” Contest
Rockland, ME — May 1, 2020 — On Monday, May 4, 2020, US Harbors will open online voting for the "Best Harbor in the U.S. 2020" at www.usharbors.com/best-harbor. Over 100,000 people, from all over the country, participated in the 2019 Best Harbor contest, with the winning harbor – Padanaram, MA – sweeping the results with their highly engaged local community. Voting for this year's Best Harbor contest will be open to everyone from May 4th … [Read more...]
Alligator Bay’s Authentic Florida Rums
It all began when Alex Voss moved from Florida to Hawaii in the summer of 2012 to work on a landscaping project at a new Courtyard by Marriott on Maui. Hoping to experience the island beyond his durational assignment, Alex applied for a distillers apprenticeship on Craigslist at Haleakalā Distillers. After following up, he was hired on the spot and worked his way up to distiller in 2 short years learning rum production using indigenous molasses. … [Read more...]
Tahiti, Exploring this Gem in the Middle of the Southern Pacific Ocean
I've wanted to visit Tahiti for years but the high cost of airfare has been a barrier to visiting the country. But with recent flights from the west coast of the USA launching earlier this year and prices much more affordable then in the years past, my decision to visit Tahiti became more realistic. The capital city of Papeete is by far the largest city in the country - and yes there is even traffic downtown. But as far as cities go, this is … [Read more...]
Tourist Attractions Around the World
Do you love touring the world? Then I bet you might be wondering where your next expedition destination will be. The world is full of many fascinating things. From the rich beautiful sceneries of Hawaii Beach to amazing animals in Maasai Mara Tanzania, you can’t miss a place to visit during the holidays. So, before you begin touring the world, you’ll need some guidelines on the places you may find interesting to visit. Take a look. Petra … [Read more...]
10 Must See Beaches to Add to Your Bucket List
The world is a big and beautiful place with more to it than meets the eye. With so much to see and do it's almost impossible to experience everything - this is why many travellers create bucket lists. With this in mind, nearly every single one of us enjoys spending time on the beach with crystal clear waters, sunshine and warm sand between our toes. So, let’s take a look at 10 beaches around the world that you should definitely have on your … [Read more...]
Sizzlin’ News from the Island of Hawaii
Island of Hawaii (April 2018) - Adventurers can explore the island of Hawaii from the skies, taste fresh-roasted award-winning Kona coffee near farms where it is grown, and have dinner alongside mesmerizing views of the sun dipping beneath the horizon all in a single day! Before you begin planning the perfect excursion on the island, check out our details below on the activities mentioned above, along with the lowdown on new tours, hotel and … [Read more...]
Dave’s Dominica Taxi Service
I must have picked up about 15 people today with my self titled new job on the island, "Dave's Dominica Taxi service". Getting around from place to place is dependent on the generosity of drivers - and this hitch hiking seems like an easy and cheap way to see the island. With bridges still out or damaged from the tropical storm in 2015 - one of the main roads was closed leaving a smaller road through the rainforest as the alternative way to get … [Read more...]
Undiscovered Dominica, Too Short of a Stay on the Nature Island
After spending four relaxed yet still activity packed days on Dominica I find myself staying in the midst of sprawling apartment complexes on neighboring Guadeloupe in the city of Pointe-à-Pitre. Mere 25 minutes away by small jet, Guadeloupe feels worlds apart. World's away from the unspoiled natural setting and the the pleasant feel of space when you have a low population density (only 72,000 people live on the entire island). Now I am … [Read more...]
Maui, by Moon Handbooks
Maui. The name quickly brings to mind the Road to Hana, beaches, surfing and the 10,000 foot volcano, Haleakalā. Long time travel blogger, Kyle of Kyle the Vagabond (who we have followed for numerous years) has written the go-to guide for all things Maui (including Molaka'i and Lan'i). Growing up in Maui, with a passion for exploration - he has a unique and varied perspective of the island that only a local can have. Specific itineraries are … [Read more...]
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