Jacksonville is a vibrant city on the northeast coast of Florida. It’s an excellent place to visit because it offers a blend of natural attractions, urban landmarks, and standard touristy things to do. So, it doesn’t matter as much why you’re in the city because you’ll have a good time no matter what it is …
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It was our second visit to the Galapagos Islands, and we were excited to join Hurtigruten Expeditions to go island hopping in Darwin’s Footsteps on their newly refurbished Santa Cruz II. This truly was our dream Galapagos Cruise. The first time we visited Galapagos National Park, we stayed on land and took water taxis and …
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We have taken a lot of expedition cruises from the Polar regions of Antarctica and Greenland to Costa Rica, Panama, and the Amazon. Having traveled to all seven continents, we have learned that some remote places must be visited on expedition ships. Recently, we toured the Galapagos with HX Hurtigruten Expeditions. With the perfect blend …
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It’s impossible not to love the sheer scale of Mexico City. The Mexican capital is one of the world’s largest cities. It’s a place of dense population, street food, architecture, and fascinating community dynamics. If you want to experience Mexico as a tourist, head to Cancun. If you want to experience Mexico as a society, …
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Visiting New York is all about views. How could you not go good-view-hunting in this world-famous concrete jungle? One thing that is certain is that the New York skyline is full of some of the most iconic landmarks in the world. I remember growing up and seeing that amazing New York Cityscape for the first …
March is an amazing time to visit the US national parks. You can enjoy the full spectrum of national park activities at this time of year. March is the official shoulder season, so you’ll see parks all over the country in different season stages. Head south, and you’ll get mild weather and desert parks without …
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Windsor is a criminally underrated tourist destination in Ontario, Canada. The fun city sits just across the Detroit River from the sprawling metropolis of Detroit itself – with the river marking the US-Canada border. We have visited Windsor countless times as we live only an hour away and usually use it for our land crossing …
If ‘roughing it’ camping isn’t your style, glamping is a perfect solution. And Ontario’s provincial parks set it up for success as one of the best places in Canada for a glamping experience. These parks have hiking trails, lake views, and more – and when your campsite might even have a formal dining room, it …
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Greece is a wonderful country full of ancient wonders, fabulous nature, excellent food, and some of Europe’s best beaches. The Greek Isles are world-famous; some for the legendary beach parties and others for their luxurious hotels with astounding views. Luckily we have visited Greece 6 times and explored its diverse landscapes on the mainland, its laid-back …
Planning a trip to Osaka, Japan, and you’re unsure which attractions to prioritize? Whether you’re in town for a day or a week, Osaka offers plenty of ways to stay busy, and I want to share them all in this guide on the best things to do in Osaka! From the city’s tallest skyscrapers that …