In this section we highlight trips we’ve been on and share ideas on where to go and what to see.
Taking a Baltic cruise is an excellent way to explore the northern seas, the waterways of the Vikings. The best time to go is during the summer months. We opted to go during the last week of June when the days are endless so we could see the midnight sun. It’s pretty cool to watch […]
The Palace of Versailles is one of the top attractions to visit in Paris. Once you get there, it’s easy to see why so many flock to this marvel of French architecture. The palace is an extravaganza of luxury with splendid gardens, fountains and sculptures. The palace’s interior is a fine example of the lavish […]
The Big Island has a lot to offer and that’s why we visited more than once. Visiting the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, watching the sunset from the Mauna Kea Observatory and exploring the beautiful lively colorful reefs are all top things to do on the Island of Hawaii.
Our Thailand adventure took us from Bangkok to Chiang Rai in the north, then to Chiang Mai and ended in Phuket. During our trip we saw beautiful temples, visited hill tribes, toured the Mekong by long-tail boat and saw the Golden Triangle. In Phuket we spent time relaxing on the beach and scuba diving in […]
The city of Cusco is conveniently located in the Inca Heartland so that day excursions to many sites in the Sacred Valley such as Machu Picchu are easily accessible. However, it’s important to take the time to acclimate to the altitude before running off to sightsee. Cusco is at an elevation of 11,200 ft (3,400m) […]
Our trip to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley in Peru was an incredible journey that took us from the picturesque city of Cusco through the Inca heartland and ended in the bustling city of Lima on the Pacific coast. We found that starting our tour in the Sacred Valley was the best way to discover […]
Paris has a lot to offer its visitors. It is home to some of the world’s most famous monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Sainte-Chapelle, the Panthéon and the Sacré-Coeur Basilica. There are also many beautiful parks to see and world-renowned museums to visit. Another good reason […]
The Galapagos archipelago is made up of 13 main islands, 6 smaller ones and many islets. None of these are near the mainland of Ecuador and a short flight to Baltra is required. The best way to visit this unique place is by taking an expedition cruise. We opted for a 7-night cruise, which was actually a combo […]
Guayaquil is a bustling and lively seaside city located on the Pacific coast. It’s location makes it an ideal departure or returning point for a trip to the Galapagos Islands. With only one day in Guayaquil our time was very limited, however, we made the most of it by visiting some of the city’s main attractions.
The city of Quito is situated at an altitude of 9350 ft (2850 m) in the Andes Mountains. We landed late in the evening and were delighted to wake-up to a spectacular view of Quito and the Andes from our hotel room. We were off to a great start with one of our most memorable […]