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About Rhonda Albom

Rhonda Albom of Albom Adventures.comCapturing the essence of travel through photography, Rhonda Albom is the primary author and photographer at Albom Adventures. She is an American expat based in New Zealand. She travels the world with her husband.

Alaska cruise tips

10 Essential Alaska Cruise Tips for an Amazing Journey

Read more10 Essential Alaska Cruise Tips for an Amazing Journey
Blue Mosque is a must see in Istanbul Turkey

Istanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey

Read moreIstanbul Must See: 7 Places to Visit in Istanbul Turkey
Christ the Redeemer Corcovado Mountain overlooking Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Visit Christ the Redeemer: How to get up Corcovado Mountain, Rio

Read moreVisit Christ the Redeemer: How to get up Corcovado Mountain, Rio
Palafitos in Castro, seen as we tour Chiloe Island

How to Tour Chiloe Island: See Penguins or Palafitos

Read moreHow to Tour Chiloe Island: See Penguins or Palafitos
A visit to the Cathedral of Cordoba is one of the many things to do in Cordoba Argentina

16 Unique Things to Do in Cordoba Argentina: Cultural Charm

Read more16 Unique Things to Do in Cordoba Argentina: Cultural Charm
photo credit-Hobbiton Movie Set

Day Tours from Auckland: 5 Top Destination Options Made Easy

Read moreDay Tours from Auckland: 5 Top Destination Options Made Easy
A street in the old historic district of Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay

Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay: An Easy Day Trip

Read moreBuenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay: An Easy Day Trip
Dunrobin Castle seen while on a Scotland road trip

Scotland Road Trip: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands

Read moreScotland Road Trip: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands
Charming coastal views and palm trees as we sail into Tahiti in French Polynesia

Things to do in Tahiti: Relax and Explore in French Polynesia

Read moreThings to do in Tahiti: Relax and Explore in French Polynesia
Tango dancers on Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo - one of the free things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina

24 Unique Things to Do in Buenos Aires Argentina

Read more24 Unique Things to Do in Buenos Aires Argentina
Azamara Cruise reviews

Our South America Boutique Cruise on Azamara Pursuit Review

Read moreOur South America Boutique Cruise on Azamara Pursuit Review
Two adult Muriwai Beach gannets touching beaks

Muriwai Beach is Nesting Gannets, Black Sand, and Wild Surf in Auckland

Read moreMuriwai Beach is Nesting Gannets, Black Sand, and Wild Surf in Auckland
Palacio Salvo in Plaza Independencia in Montevideo Uruguay

22 Captivating Things to Do in Montevideo – Discover Uruguay

Read more22 Captivating Things to Do in Montevideo – Discover Uruguay
Statue of Liberty in New York city

USA Adventure: Places to Visit on a USA Road Trip

Read moreUSA Adventure: Places to Visit on a USA Road Trip
Night crowds at the Latin Fiesta - one of many fun Auckland festivals

20 Unique Auckland Festivals and Events

Read more20 Unique Auckland Festivals and Events
Leaning buildings in Santos Brazil

Santos Brazil for Coffee, Beaches and Leaning Buildings

Read moreSantos Brazil for Coffee, Beaches and Leaning Buildings
Spouting Horn at Cook's Chasm is one of the best Oregon coast attractions

Oregon Coast Road Trip: A Scenic Adventure

Read moreOregon Coast Road Trip: A Scenic Adventure
Valle del Arcoîris (Rainbow Valley, in the Atacama Desert, Chile

17 Things to Do in San Pedro de Atacama Desert

Read more17 Things to Do in San Pedro de Atacama Desert
Motuora Island - one of the islands of the Hauraki Gulf near Auckland New Zealand

Explore the Islands of the Hauraki Gulf – Auckland NZ

Read moreExplore the Islands of the Hauraki Gulf – Auckland NZ
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in Lourdes France

Lourdes France – A Town of Healing Water and Miracles

Read moreLourdes France – A Town of Healing Water and Miracles
Iguazu Falls Park on the Brazil Side.

Visiting Iguazu Falls: Intense Experience in Argentina and Brazil

Read moreVisiting Iguazu Falls: Intense Experience in Argentina and Brazil
Most photographed angel in Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires Argentina

Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires: Artistic or Eerie?

Read moreRecoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires: Artistic or Eerie?
Mandala Suci Wenara Wana Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud Bali, Indonesia

Bali Itinerary: Cruise Port Adventure in Ubud Indonesia

Read moreBali Itinerary: Cruise Port Adventure in Ubud Indonesia
View of Santiago Chile from Sky Costanera

10 Best Things to Do in Santiago Chile

Read more10 Best Things to Do in Santiago Chile
Osorno Volcano seen from Lago Todos Los Santos in Chile on Cruce Andino

Cruce Andino Review: Andean Crossing from Bariloche to Puerto Varas

Read moreCruce Andino Review: Andean Crossing from Bariloche to Puerto Varas
Colourful boats in the port of Paraty Brazil

A Guide to Paraty Brazil: From a Day to a Week

Read moreA Guide to Paraty Brazil: From a Day to a Week
Rio de Janeiro Brazil

Must-See Rio de Janeiro Landmarks: Safely Explore the Best of Rio

Read moreMust-See Rio de Janeiro Landmarks: Safely Explore the Best of Rio
Copacabana Beach Fireworks for New Years Eve

Amazing Fireworks: Rio de Janeiro on New Year’s Eve

Read moreAmazing Fireworks: Rio de Janeiro on New Year’s Eve
Winding road through Todra Gorge in Morocco

Morocco Road Trip: Discover Marrakech to Sahara Desert Majesty

Read moreMorocco Road Trip: Discover Marrakech to Sahara Desert Majesty
The main church in Pouzac France

Pyrenees Road Trip: Quaint Towns from Lourdes to Béziers, France

Read morePyrenees Road Trip: Quaint Towns from Lourdes to Béziers, France
Chilean Cuisine Cooking Class in Valparaiso, Chile

Chilean Cuisine Cooking Class: Culture Through Food

Read moreChilean Cuisine Cooking Class: Culture Through Food
Going inside the walled city is one of the best things to do in Carcassonne

Things to Do in Carcassonne: One Day in a Medieval Fortified City

Read moreThings to Do in Carcassonne: One Day in a Medieval Fortified City
Auckland sailing shot from the deck looking out forward

Auckland Sailing: 9 Ways to Get Out on the Water

Read moreAuckland Sailing: 9 Ways to Get Out on the Water
Humboldt Penguins on Isla Choros, Chile

Getting to Isla Damas – Seeing Penguins in Chile

Read moreGetting to Isla Damas – Seeing Penguins in Chile
A view from the Tower of Hercules, the oldest working lighthouse in the world located in La Coruna, Spain

21 Things to do in La Coruña Spain: From Beaches to Historic Sites

Read more21 Things to do in La Coruña Spain: From Beaches to Historic Sites
Inside Alan Jackson's Bar on Broadway in Nashville Tennessee

One Day in Nashville: Our Unforgettable Music City Adventure

Read moreOne Day in Nashville: Our Unforgettable Music City Adventure
Potter's Wax Museum in St Augustine Florida

Haunted St Augustine: Ghosts in America’s Oldest City

Read moreHaunted St Augustine: Ghosts in America’s Oldest City
Poipu Beach on Kauai Hawaii

Enchanting Kauai Excursions: 14 Captivating Highlights

Read moreEnchanting Kauai Excursions: 14 Captivating Highlights
Pola Island in the National Park of

Visiting American Samoa: Home to a Tropical US National Park

Read moreVisiting American Samoa: Home to a Tropical US National Park
This Great Blue Heron is one of many wading Wakodahatchee Wetlands birds

Wakodahatchee Wetlands: Enjoy Free Access to a Serene Oasis

Read moreWakodahatchee Wetlands: Enjoy Free Access to a Serene Oasis
Getting to Versailles is easy, once inside there stunning scenes like this one.

Paris Day Trip to Versailles Made Easy with These 4 Tips

Read moreParis Day Trip to Versailles Made Easy with These 4 Tips
The Rarotongan Resort, Rarotonga, Cook Islands

26 Things to Do in Rarotonga: White Sand Beaches to Adventure

Read more26 Things to Do in Rarotonga: White Sand Beaches to Adventure
Dive Tatapouri Reef Ecology Tour in Gisborne New Zealand

Dive Tatapouri: Wild Stingray Feeding, Gisborne New Zealand

Read moreDive Tatapouri: Wild Stingray Feeding, Gisborne New Zealand
From boat at Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Rotorua New Zealand

Waimangu Volcanic Valley: World’s Youngest Geothermal System

Read moreWaimangu Volcanic Valley: World’s Youngest Geothermal System
Auckland to Wellington drive itinerary-the ultimate New Zealand road trip

Auckland to Wellington Drive Options: Our 16 Favourite Stops

Read moreAuckland to Wellington Drive Options: Our 16 Favourite Stops
Tudor Garden, Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton New Zealand

Hamilton Gardens – 18 Incredible Themed Gardens in Waikato NZ

Read moreHamilton Gardens – 18 Incredible Themed Gardens in Waikato NZ
Redwood Treewalk is one of many things to do in Rotorua, New Zealand

20 Fun Things to Do in Rotorua: A First Timer’s Guide

Read more20 Fun Things to Do in Rotorua: A First Timer’s Guide
Artist Palette in Champagne Pool Wai-O-Tapu, in geothermal Rotorua region in New Zealand

Wai-O-Tapu: Nature’s Masterpiece in Geothermal Rotorua NZ

Read moreWai-O-Tapu: Nature’s Masterpiece in Geothermal Rotorua NZ
Riding the Cable Car is a Wellington must do in New Zealand

Wellington Activities: 37 Fun Things to Do in Wellington NZ

Read moreWellington Activities: 37 Fun Things to Do in Wellington NZ
Stonehenge Aotearoa, a stone circle in New Zealand

Stonehenge Aotearoa: Our Visit to New Zealand’s Powerful Stone Circle

Read moreStonehenge Aotearoa: Our Visit to New Zealand’s Powerful Stone Circle
Napier art deco buildings, New Zealand

Enjoy Napier Art Deco Buildings with a Walking Tour

Read moreEnjoy Napier Art Deco Buildings with a Walking Tour
An example of classical revival built in 1921 and repaired after the Napier earthquake in New Zealand

16 Unique Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand’s Art Deco Capital

Read more16 Unique Things to Do in Napier, New Zealand’s Art Deco Capital
Looking east from Twelve Apostles, the most popular stop along a Great Ocean Road itinerary in Australia

Great Ocean Road Itinerary: 4 Days Loop – Melbourne with Inland Return

Read moreGreat Ocean Road Itinerary: 4 Days Loop – Melbourne with Inland Return
Karangahake Gorge mine shafts in the Bay of Plenty New Zealand

Karangahake Gorge Walks: Windows out of Old Gold Mines

Read moreKarangahake Gorge Walks: Windows out of Old Gold Mines
glow worm kayak tours-Waimarino Tauranga GlowWorm Kayak Tour 1

Tauranga Glow Worm Tour Review: Night Kayaking in NZ

Read moreTauranga Glow Worm Tour Review: Night Kayaking in NZ
Things to do in mt Maunganui New Zealand

25 Fun Things to Do in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui

Read more25 Fun Things to Do in Tauranga and Mount Maunganui
Fruit on a mature green kiwifruit vine in New Zealand

Kiwifruit Country: Behind the Scenes at a New Zealand Kiwi Fruit Farm

Read moreKiwifruit Country: Behind the Scenes at a New Zealand Kiwi Fruit Farm
Beachfront villa at Papamoa beach New Zealand

Papamoa Beach Resort: Beachfront Stay in Bay of Plenty, NZ

Read morePapamoa Beach Resort: Beachfront Stay in Bay of Plenty, NZ
Bridge, pond, lily pads, fish and crocodile heads at Ngatea Water Gardens in New Zealand

Ngatea Water Gardens: Nature with a Sense of Humour in New Zealand

Read moreNgatea Water Gardens: Nature with a Sense of Humour in New Zealand
A walk along the Creek Street boardwalk is one of thekey things to do in Ketchikan Alaksa

15 Cool Things to Do in Ketchikan Alaska from a Cruise Ship

Read more15 Cool Things to Do in Ketchikan Alaska from a Cruise Ship
Old wharf in Tokomaru Bay, New Zealand

East Cape NZ Road Trip: Our Gisborne to Opotiki Itinerary

Read moreEast Cape NZ Road Trip: Our Gisborne to Opotiki Itinerary
Sunrise in Gisborne New Zealand

20 Things to Do in Gisborne NZ – First Place to See Each New Day

Read more20 Things to Do in Gisborne NZ – First Place to See Each New Day
Little Spotted Kiwi seen on the Zealandia Night Tour, Wellington New Zealand

Zealandia Night Tour vs Day Visit: Our Wildlife Sanctuary Review

Read moreZealandia Night Tour vs Day Visit: Our Wildlife Sanctuary Review
Inside Milky Way Glow Worm Cave at Waipu Caves Farm Park

Exploring 2 Waipu Caves: Glow Worm Tour Vs Free Cave

Read moreExploring 2 Waipu Caves: Glow Worm Tour Vs Free Cave
Gallipoli The Scale of our War at TePapa the National Museum of New Zealand. It is one of two war exhibits in Wellington

Quinn’s Post Joins 2 Powerful Wellington War Exhibits

Read moreQuinn’s Post Joins 2 Powerful Wellington War Exhibits
City Wall in Obidos, Portugal

14 Things to Do in Obidos Portugal – a Medieval Delight

Read more14 Things to Do in Obidos Portugal – a Medieval Delight
Locals hike to the monument on One Tree Hill in Cornwall Park in Auckland New Zealand

One Tree Hill Auckland: An Icon Twice Cut in Protest

Read moreOne Tree Hill Auckland: An Icon Twice Cut in Protest
Arataki Visitors Centre in the Waitakere Ranges, Auckland, New Zealand

Arataki Visitor Centre: an Auckland Rainforest Exploration

Read moreArataki Visitor Centre: an Auckland Rainforest Exploration
Looking back at Hokitika Gorge from the hiking trail

Hokitika Gorge and 11 Other Cool Things to Do in Hokitika NZ

Read moreHokitika Gorge and 11 Other Cool Things to Do in Hokitika NZ
The Maori gate at the entrance to Aotea Square on Queen Street in Auckland New Zealand

Queen Street Auckland: Self-Guided Walk Uncovers Quirky Facts

Read moreQueen Street Auckland: Self-Guided Walk Uncovers Quirky Facts
Avoid crowds in Paris by visit sites early in the morning, like Sacre Coeur in the distance in Paris France

10 Tips to Avoid Crowds in Paris France

Read more10 Tips to Avoid Crowds in Paris France
Pro-am races at the Volvo Ocean Race Auckland stopover, New Zealand

Volvo Ocean Race Around the World – Auckland Stopover

Read moreVolvo Ocean Race Around the World – Auckland Stopover
Brightly coloured bougainvillea on medieval buildings in Pals Spain

9 Medieval Towns near Barcelona That We Like to Visit

Read more9 Medieval Towns near Barcelona That We Like to Visit
A spice market in Rissani Morocco

Traditional Moroccan Markets and a Donkey Parking Lot in Rissani

Read moreTraditional Moroccan Markets and a Donkey Parking Lot in Rissani

Things to do in Denali Alaska: Getting to and Enjoying the National Park

Read moreThings to do in Denali Alaska: Getting to and Enjoying the National Park
Avon river in Christchurch New Zealand

27 Fun Things to Do in Christchurch in NZ’s Oldest City

Read more27 Fun Things to Do in Christchurch in NZ’s Oldest City
The Seattle Great Wheel is The Seattle Aquarium is one of the top 10 Seattle highlights

Seattle Itinerary: 10 Fun Things to Do in Seattle

Read moreSeattle Itinerary: 10 Fun Things to Do in Seattle
Whangarei Falls during the Winter in Whangarei New Zealand

4 Must-See NZ Waterfalls Between Auckland and Bay of Islands

Read more4 Must-See NZ Waterfalls Between Auckland and Bay of Islands
The beach near Cape Reinga is a great place to learn a few kiwi sayings

Auckland to Cape Reinga: New Zealand Road Trip Tips

Read moreAuckland to Cape Reinga: New Zealand Road Trip Tips
Street art graffiti on Rutledge Lane in Melbourne Australia

Explore Melbourne Street Art and Graffiti Laneways

Read moreExplore Melbourne Street Art and Graffiti Laneways
Cliffs and foreshore at Pink Beach in Shakespear Park Auckland New Zealand

Wondering Why It’s Called Pink Beach? (Auckland, New Zealand)

Read moreWondering Why It’s Called Pink Beach? (Auckland, New Zealand)
A View from the top of the Christchurch gondola on Mount Cavendish in New Zealand

Christchurch Gondola for Panoramic Views and Hiking

Read moreChristchurch Gondola for Panoramic Views and Hiking
Many New Zealand sayings involve sheep.

Kiwi Slang: Funny New Zealand Sayings – Visitors Beware!

Read moreKiwi Slang: Funny New Zealand Sayings – Visitors Beware!
Punting on the Avon in Christchurch New Zealand

Punting on the Avon River – Fun in Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Read morePunting on the Avon River – Fun in Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Orana Wildlife Park Lion Encounter

Christchurch Zoo – Orana Park’s Incredible Wildlife Encounters

Read moreChristchurch Zoo – Orana Park’s Incredible Wildlife Encounters
Things to do in Oamaru New Zealand

10 Unusual Things to Do in Oamaru: Steampunk Capital of NZ

Read more10 Unusual Things to Do in Oamaru: Steampunk Capital of NZ
St. Pauls Cathedral at night in Dunedin New Zealand

25 Things to Do in Dunedin NZ and their Unique Claim to Fame

Read more25 Things to Do in Dunedin NZ and their Unique Claim to Fame
Family suite in the Distinction Hotel Dunedin New Zealand

Distinction Hotel Dunedin Review: Sleeping in Luxury

Read moreDistinction Hotel Dunedin Review: Sleeping in Luxury
Gateway outside the Dunedin Chinese Garden New Zealand

Dunedin Chinese Garden (Lan Yuan): Authentic Tranquil Beauty

Read moreDunedin Chinese Garden (Lan Yuan): Authentic Tranquil Beauty
Hammam experience in Fes Morocco

Our (Hilarious) Traditional Hammam Experience in Fes Morocco

Read moreOur (Hilarious) Traditional Hammam Experience in Fes Morocco
Northern Royal Albatross in flight with the Taiaroa Head Lighthouse in the Background. Photo Credit: Chris McCormack

Royal Albatross Centre: We Saw Tiny Penguins and Huge Seabirds

Read moreRoyal Albatross Centre: We Saw Tiny Penguins and Huge Seabirds
Moeraki Boulders at the turn of the tide on the South Island of New Zealand

Moeraki Boulders – Legend or Science: Let’s Solve this NZ Mystery

Read moreMoeraki Boulders – Legend or Science: Let’s Solve this NZ Mystery
Taieri Gorge Railway passing over a bridge on the South Island of New Zealand

Our Taieri Gorge Railway Adventure from the Dunedin Railway Station

Read moreOur Taieri Gorge Railway Adventure from the Dunedin Railway Station
Auckland as seen from North Head in Devonport New Zealand

75 Free and Nearly Free Things to Do in Auckland New Zealand

Read more75 Free and Nearly Free Things to Do in Auckland New Zealand
Cloisters of St Bertrand de Comminges Cathedral France

Saint Bertrand de Comminges: Charming French Village

Read moreSaint Bertrand de Comminges: Charming French Village
Army of the Terracotta Warriors in Xian China

One Day Xian Itinerary: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda

Read moreOne Day Xian Itinerary: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda
The Ephesus Library, Turkey

Ephesus Library of Celsus: A Must-See in Turkey from Izmir or Kusadasi

Read moreEphesus Library of Celsus: A Must-See in Turkey from Izmir or Kusadasi
Goats in trees, the first step in making Moroccan argan oil

Is Moroccan Argan Oil from Goat Poop? Our Unusual Adventure

Read moreIs Moroccan Argan Oil from Goat Poop? Our Unusual Adventure
A surfer heads out at Piha, one of the black sand beaches in West Auckland

Things to do in West Auckland: Rainforest, Black Sand & Surf

Read moreThings to do in West Auckland: Rainforest, Black Sand & Surf
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