The most pleasurable time to visit the state of Alaska is during the winter months. It is during these months that tourists catch a glimpse of the true Alaska, without all the excessive spring and summer crowds. Don’t get me wrong, visiting Alaska during the summer months is great too, but winter in Alaska is …
Destinations
Having been invited on many cruise ships over the course of the last 8 years, I was quite surprised to be invited on this massive and gorgeous ship, the Costa Smeralda. Not that I was surprised, but in the times of COVID, I wasn’t sure right away about leaving the United States for a fabulous …
Moose is one of the largest members of the deer family and frequents marshy meadows and lakeside edges. Nowadays, about 400 moose live in Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone’s southern section, and surrounding national forests. The Moose population is found mostly in the Grand Teton National Park. They can be found at Christian Pond (near …
I’m sure everyone has heard the old saying “A dog’s a man’s best friend”. Have you ever stopped to think which type of dog this saying applies to best? Most people will be biased and give off the name of their precious pups as the best dog. In my opinion, it all comes down to …
There are several cities in Europe that you must visit if you’re visiting the continent. One of them is ancient Rome, often referred to as the “Eternal City” for its significant role in shaping the continent throughout history. Rome is one of the most visited cities in Italy; With well over 7.6 million tourists visited …
The state of Alaska is situated in the northwest part of the United States. Nicknamed the “The Last Frontier”, this state became a part of the USA in January 1959 as the 49th state. Compared to the other USA states, Alaska is the largest state (thanks to its size), but it is also the least …
Being in Ketchikan, Alaska and taking a “spirit bear photo tour” with Captain Jim Holston got me to thinking about the history of the Native Alaskan tribes. I was wondering about the meanings of the “black bear paw tattoo”, the bear paw print tattoo I saw on the totem pole carver’s arms, and bear culture …
Oh, Paris! Paris is a beautiful city located in eastern France, which has long been regarded as the capital of romance and elegance. So it’s not difficult to see why Paris is one of the most popular destinations in the world and known as the city of lights. Paris’ tourist appeal and iconic landmarks is …
I started to pack for my very first ride on an Alaska cruise ship with Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam for the upcoming summer months. It was most definitely on my bucket list. I was trying to decide what to take with me, since I knew there was a big difference from going to Juneau, Icy …
Three days in Barcelona might seem like a short time, but it can be enough to explore this beautiful city and experience its rich culture. Barcelona, the capital and largest city of Spain, is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, second only to Paris. There are thousands of things you can do while …
Many wonderful thoughts come to mind when I think of the city of Philadelphia. For starters, the Declaration of Independence was signed here and that is a huge deal! And who can forget the 90’s hit shows, Brotherly Love and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air? With the catchy theme song that started like this, “In …
Dry Tortugas National Park, you have heard of it, right? Right? Well, that’s ok, as there are a huge number of Americans that have never heard of it. But if there is one thing I know about the Dry Tortugas National Park and that is that it is an absolute water paradise on Garden Key. …