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Auckland sailing shot from the deck looking out forward

Auckland Sailing: 9 Ways to Get Out on the Water

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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

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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

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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

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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
Auckland Jet Boat races along the waterfront

Adventure Activities in Auckland – Many with Discounts

Read moreAdventure Activities in Auckland – Many with Discounts

Oslo in One Day: Must-See Cruise Port Options

Read moreOslo in One Day: Must-See Cruise Port Options
Juneau whale watching, Alaska

Juneau Whale Watching and Other Amazing Cruise Port Ideas

Read moreJuneau Whale Watching and Other Amazing Cruise Port Ideas
Springtime in New Zealand. This lamb is in Shakespear Park, just north of Auckland.

Adorable Baby Lambs: Why I Love Springtime in New Zealand

Read moreAdorable Baby Lambs: Why I Love Springtime in New Zealand
Auckland at sunset seen from Mount Victoria Devonport in New Zealand

Mount Victoria Devonport: Best Views of Auckland Sunset and Skyline

Read moreMount Victoria Devonport: Best Views of Auckland Sunset and Skyline
Polynesian outrigger canoe at the Auckland Maritime Museum

Polynesian Outrigger Canoes at the Auckland Maritime Museum

Read morePolynesian Outrigger Canoes at the Auckland Maritime Museum
We walked on the Mutianyu section of Great Wall of China during our 5 days in Beijing

How to Spend 5 Days in Beijing: Where to go – What to see

Read moreHow to Spend 5 Days in Beijing: Where to go – What to see
One of the many stunning views along the Causeway Coastal Route in Northern Ireland

Giant’s Causeway Coastal Route: Belfast to Dunluce Castle

Read moreGiant’s Causeway Coastal Route: Belfast to Dunluce Castle
Courtyard and minaret at the Grand Mosque of Muscat Oman

Things to do in Muscat, the Vibrant Capital of Oman

Read moreThings to do in Muscat, the Vibrant Capital of Oman
Nave of the Basilica of Saint Sernin in Toulouse France

Romanesque Sculpture and Frescos: Basilica of St Sernin Toulouse

Read moreRomanesque Sculpture and Frescos: Basilica of St Sernin Toulouse
Capitole of Toulouse, France

Things to Do in Toulouse: Discover 33 Amazing Experiences

Read moreThings to Do in Toulouse: Discover 33 Amazing Experiences
A closer look at Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens Greece

One Day in Athens: Top 10 Intriguing Athens Cruise Port Gems

Read moreOne Day in Athens: Top 10 Intriguing Athens Cruise Port Gems
La Mezquita in Cordoba Spain

Things to Do in Cordoba Spain: More than Just La Mezquita

Read moreThings to Do in Cordoba Spain: More than Just La Mezquita
Church of Nossa Senhora da Graça in Evora Portugal

30 Free Things to Do in Evora Portugal

Read more30 Free Things to Do in Evora Portugal
Bab Bou Jeloud, the Blue Gate at the entrance to the Fes Medina in Morocco

Authentic Fes Medina and 10 Things to Do in Fes Morocco

Read moreAuthentic Fes Medina and 10 Things to Do in Fes Morocco
Rolling hills and castle ruins in the British countryside seen during our England road trip.

England Road Trip: the British Countryside from London to Alnwick

Read moreEngland Road Trip: the British Countryside from London to Alnwick
Skagway Alaska

Things to do in Skagway Alaska: Excursions to Free Activities

Read moreThings to do in Skagway Alaska: Excursions to Free Activities
Moose at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Anchorage Alaska

Anchorage to Whittier: Enjoy Getting to Your Cruise

Read moreAnchorage to Whittier: Enjoy Getting to Your Cruise
One end of the Charles Bridge in Prague Czech Republic

12 Fun Things to Do in Prague – a Mix of Old-world Charm and Innovation

Read more12 Fun Things to Do in Prague – a Mix of Old-world Charm and Innovation
The traditional mountain town of Misfat Al Abriyeen was built into the hills.

Misfat Al Abriyeen: Discover a Village in Oman’s Hajar Mountains

Read moreMisfat Al Abriyeen: Discover a Village in Oman’s Hajar Mountains
Windmills of Mykonos Greece. Photo copyright Rhonda Albom 2012

Windmills of Mykonos Are My Favourite at this Cruise Port

Read moreWindmills of Mykonos Are My Favourite at this Cruise Port
Dulce de leche-filled churros and hot chocolate, two desserts in Argentina. Photo copyright ©Sarah Albom 2016

Argentinian Sweets: Our 10 Favourite Desserts in Argentina

Read moreArgentinian Sweets: Our 10 Favourite Desserts in Argentina
Kiwi held by a ranger, ready for release in Shakespear Park.

Exciting News: Little Spotted Kiwi Return to Shakespear Park

Read moreExciting News: Little Spotted Kiwi Return to Shakespear Park
Roman Forum, one of many stops as we attempted to see the highlights of Rome in a day, Italy

Italy Cruise Ports: One Day in Rome, Florence, Naples, or Venice

Read moreItaly Cruise Ports: One Day in Rome, Florence, Naples, or Venice
Arc de Triomphe in Paris France

A Closer Look at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris France

Read moreA Closer Look at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris France
Long-tailed macaques (wild monkeys) at Batu Caves outside Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia.

Fascinating Batu Caves: Monkeys, Statues, and Hindu Shrines

Read moreFascinating Batu Caves: Monkeys, Statues, and Hindu Shrines
Colourful Pena Palace in Sintra Portugal

6 Enchanting Castles of Sintra: Explore the Palaces

Read more6 Enchanting Castles of Sintra: Explore the Palaces
Santillana Del Mar, rustic stone buildings dripping with colourful balcony flowers.

Northern Spain Road Trip: From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean

Read moreNorthern Spain Road Trip: From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean
Shanghai China skyline at night

Shanghai impressions: Juxtaposition of Traditional and Modern

Read moreShanghai impressions: Juxtaposition of Traditional and Modern
Denali Star train in Alaska

Train from Denali to Anchorage: Is Goldstar Worth it?

Read moreTrain from Denali to Anchorage: Is Goldstar Worth it?
Looking out at the city of Nizwa from the Nizwa Fort in Oman.

Nizwa Day Trip to Forts, Castles, Souqs, Oman Grand Canyon

Read moreNizwa Day Trip to Forts, Castles, Souqs, Oman Grand Canyon
Waterfall Gully after a rainstorm in Shakespear Park, Auckland New Zealand

Glow Worms at Shakespear Park Waterfall Gully – Easy Night Walk

Read moreGlow Worms at Shakespear Park Waterfall Gully – Easy Night Walk
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