I recently completed my Aussie Specialist training and I reminisced about my time in Australia. In my previous career I had the opportunity to spend 6 weeks in Perth. I only had one day off each week but I made Read More …
Top 5 wild animals to see in Alaska
Are you thinking about going to Alaska? Visiting Alaska should be on everyone’s “bucket list.” Not only is the scenery stunning but it is a great destination to see some iconic wild animals. On our last trip we did not Read More …
Do I need a visa to travel to New Zealand?
The New Zealand government confirmed today that if you are traveling to New Zealand from October 1, 2019 forward that you will need an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before travelling. This applies if you are from certain visa waiver countries, Read More …
How to explore the Yukon in a day
If you are going on an Alaska cruise that stops in Skagway there are multiple shore excursion options, including a trip on the White Pass Railway into Yukon territory, Canada. In 1896, gold was discovered in the Klondike region of Read More …
What is there to do in England besides visiting London?
I was born in England and lived there for 26 years. My family is originally from Yorkshire (a historic county in Northern England) so we visited this part of England every year. We are lucky that Houston has a nonstop Read More …
How to spend 2 days in Maui
Maui is known as “The Valley Isle” as it sits between two mountains, Haleakala and West Maui. It is the second largest Hawaiian island and is famous for its numerous microclimates which creates diverse recreation options. Whether or not you Read More …
How to spend a day in Honolulu
We’ve previously discussed that the best way to see Hawaii in a week is on a cruise. If you are cruising from Hawaii, your embarkation and disembarkation port will likely be Honolulu. Why not come early to explore the whole Read More …
What is the best way to see Hawaii?
Hawaii is a volcanic island chain in the Pacific Ocean. While there are other smaller islands, there are 4 main inhabited islands that are the most visited: Oahu, Maui, Hawaii (“The Big Island”), and Kauai. The Hawaiian islands are relatively Read More …
How to explore the glaciers in Alaska: by land, sea, or air
If you are planning a trip to Alaska, you will want to see the glaciers. In this article, we describe three different ways to experience the glaciers in Alaska. 1. By land If you prefer to keep your feet on Read More …
Top 10 animals to see in the Galapagos Islands
Are you thinking about going to the Galapagos Islands? Visiting the Galapagos should be on everyone’s “bucket list.” It is a truly unique experience that is unmatched anywhere else in the world. One of the main reasons people visit is Read More …