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Bryce Canyon in Utah, USA. Photo by Kevin Wagar

Travel Bloggers Explore Utah: Home to Five USA National Parks

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Almendres Cromlech is one of the megalithic sites in Evora Portugal

Megalithic Sites in Evora Portugal Older than Stonehenge

Read moreMegalithic Sites in Evora Portugal Older than Stonehenge
Novodevichy Convent in Moscow Russia

Moscow’s Novodevichy Convent: Dramatic Architecture and History

Read moreMoscow’s Novodevichy Convent: Dramatic Architecture and History
A flying machine designed by Leonardo da Vinci in the traveling da Vinci Machines exhibit.

Impressive da Vinci Machines: Visiting Exhibit Seen at MOTAT in Auckland

Read moreImpressive da Vinci Machines: Visiting Exhibit Seen at MOTAT in Auckland
Street Art seen in Bastakiya in Dubai, UAE

Street Art of Asia as Photographed by Top Travel Bloggers

Read moreStreet Art of Asia as Photographed by Top Travel Bloggers
Union Lane Melbourne Australia photo by beer-and-croissants

Travel Bloggers Explore New Zealand and Australia Street Art

Read moreTravel Bloggers Explore New Zealand and Australia Street Art
Street musicians on Arbat Street in Moscow Russia

People Watching on Arbat Street in Moscow Russia

Read morePeople Watching on Arbat Street in Moscow Russia
Ready to collect cockles (small clams) on Okoromai Bay in Auckland New Zealand

Where to Find Cockles: Collecting Cockles at Okoromai Bay, New Zealand

Read moreWhere to Find Cockles: Collecting Cockles at Okoromai Bay, New Zealand
The Central Perk on the set of television show Friends seen at Warner Bros Studio Tour

Warner Bros Studio Tour Review: Adding Magic and Shattering Illusions

Read moreWarner Bros Studio Tour Review: Adding Magic and Shattering Illusions
The Golden Gate Bridge is on every San Francisco itinerary

San Francisco Itinerary 3 Days to See the Top 20 Must-See Locations

Read moreSan Francisco Itinerary 3 Days to See the Top 20 Must-See Locations
Valparaiso murals on Concepcion Hill, Chile

South American Street Art: Bold, Colourful, Powerful and Eclectic

Read moreSouth American Street Art: Bold, Colourful, Powerful and Eclectic
A secret prohibition room at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco California

Secret Prohibition Room in Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco

Read moreSecret Prohibition Room in Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco
The Lovejoy Columns can be considered American Street Art

Explore Canadian and American Street Art with Top Travel Bloggers

Read moreExplore Canadian and American Street Art with Top Travel Bloggers
Giant redwood trees in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, California

Giant Redwood Trees of California Put Life in Perspective

Read moreGiant Redwood Trees of California Put Life in Perspective
Tillamook Cheese Factory tour, Tillamook Oregon USA

Tillamook Cheese Factory Tour: A Perfect Indoor Escape in Oregon

Read moreTillamook Cheese Factory Tour: A Perfect Indoor Escape in Oregon
"Suspended" by Alice Pasquini in Germany

Travel Bloggers Share an Eclectic Mix of European Street Art

Read moreTravel Bloggers Share an Eclectic Mix of European Street Art
Looking down on Astoria Oregon from the top of the Astoria Column

Top 5 Things to do in Astoria – Oregon’s Northernmost Coastal Community

Read moreTop 5 Things to do in Astoria – Oregon’s Northernmost Coastal Community
Multnomah Falls is a must see day trip from Portland Oregon

Multnomah Falls: Optional Ways to Take this day trip from Portland Oregon

Read moreMultnomah Falls: Optional Ways to Take this day trip from Portland Oregon
Pike Place Market in Seattle Washington is one of the longest continuously running farmers market in the United States

Pike Place Market: Where to Catch Fish in Seattle

Read morePike Place Market: Where to Catch Fish in Seattle
A Blackbird at the Museum of Flight in Seattle

Museum of Flight Seattle: We Got Into NASA’s Actual Shuttle Trainer

Read moreMuseum of Flight Seattle: We Got Into NASA’s Actual Shuttle Trainer
View of Mount Rainier from the top of the Seattle Space Needle

Views from the Top of the Seattle Space Needle: A City Icon

Read moreViews from the Top of the Seattle Space Needle: A City Icon
The Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver Canada

Capilano Suspension Bridge Challenged My Fear of Heights

Read moreCapilano Suspension Bridge Challenged My Fear of Heights
Vancouver itinerary

Vancouver Itinerary: Maximize a Few Days in this Exquisite Canadian City

Read moreVancouver Itinerary: Maximize a Few Days in this Exquisite Canadian City
The Island Princess cruise ship - tips for cruising

Reflections of an 18-Night Princess Cruise – Is It for You?

Read moreReflections of an 18-Night Princess Cruise – Is It for You?
Antipasto started our dinner at one of the specialty restaurants on the Island Princess

How I Easily Avoid Cruise Weight Gain While Enjoying Eating Onboard

Read moreHow I Easily Avoid Cruise Weight Gain While Enjoying Eating Onboard
El Arco - The Arch seen from the water with other boats between us, one of the unique things to do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico

Unique Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico – Cruise Port Ideas

Read moreUnique Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas Mexico – Cruise Port Ideas
The main commercial fishing area in Puntarenas Costa Rica

Visiting the Cruise Port of Puntarenas Costa Rica

Read moreVisiting the Cruise Port of Puntarenas Costa Rica
Gatun Locks of the Panama Canal

Photo Tour: Crossing the Panama Canal on the Island Princess

Read morePhoto Tour: Crossing the Panama Canal on the Island Princess
La Popa is an active monestary in Cartagena Colombia

Things to Do in Cartagena Colombia – Maximize One Day in Cartagena

Read moreThings to Do in Cartagena Colombia – Maximize One Day in Cartagena
Toucan at the Port of Cartagena Columbia

Cartagena Port Oasis: See the Wildlife When You Cruise to Colombia

Read moreCartagena Port Oasis: See the Wildlife When You Cruise to Colombia
Aruba itinerary options for cruise ship passengers.

Aruba Cruise Port – An Aruba Itinerary for One Day in Caribbean Paradise

Read moreAruba Cruise Port – An Aruba Itinerary for One Day in Caribbean Paradise
Chicago skyline highlights why seeing Chicago in a day means making choices.

How to See Chicago in a Day: Three Optional One Day Chicago Itineraries

Read moreHow to See Chicago in a Day: Three Optional One Day Chicago Itineraries
Chicago skyline as seen from a river tour

Chicago Architecture River Cruise Review – Why We Chose CAF First Lady

Read moreChicago Architecture River Cruise Review – Why We Chose CAF First Lady
Skydeck Chicago view from the ledge on 103 Floor

Skydeck Chicago: I Stood on a Glass Ledge 103 Floors Above the Street

Read moreSkydeck Chicago: I Stood on a Glass Ledge 103 Floors Above the Street
One of the pools on the Island Princess cruise ship

Initial Impressions of the Island Princess Cruise Ship

Read moreInitial Impressions of the Island Princess Cruise Ship
Water-Towers in the Bruce Munro Sonoran Light at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix Arizona

Sonoran Lights at Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix, Arizona

Read moreSonoran Lights at Desert Botanical Garden Phoenix, Arizona
Entrance to one of the tunnels at North Head Historic Reserve in Devonport New Zealand

North Head, Auckland: Exploring Military Tunnels and a Disappearing Gun

Read moreNorth Head, Auckland: Exploring Military Tunnels and a Disappearing Gun
Zeiss telescope at Stardome Observatory in Auckland New Zealand

Stardome Observatory Review: What Makes “Our Night Sky” so Unique

Read moreStardome Observatory Review: What Makes “Our Night Sky” so Unique
Leonardo Da Vinci swing, La Redonda, Santa Fe seen while living in Argentina on a student exchange. Photo copyright ©Sarah Albom 2016

Living in Argentina: Short Stories from a Year-long AFS Student Exchange

Read moreLiving in Argentina: Short Stories from a Year-long AFS Student Exchange
Coffee roasting at Mojo Roastery in Wellington New Zealand

Coffee Roasting in Wellington: Going Behind the Scenes at Mojo

Read moreCoffee Roasting in Wellington: Going Behind the Scenes at Mojo
A rainbow of colorful hydrangeas in Wellington Botanic Garden New Zealand

Wellington Botanic Garden a Colourful Must See in New Zealand

Read moreWellington Botanic Garden a Colourful Must See in New Zealand
Salad at Karaka cafe in Wellington New Zealand

Our Favourite Wellington New Zealand Restaurants

Read moreOur Favourite Wellington New Zealand Restaurants
View while hiking Mount Victoria in Wellington New Zealand

Spectacular Views from Mount Victoria Lookout Wellington New Zealand

Read moreSpectacular Views from Mount Victoria Lookout Wellington New Zealand
Palm Beach - one of many Waiheke Island beaches near Auckland New Zealand

Waiheke Island Beaches: Which is Your Style of Paradise in New Zealand?

Read moreWaiheke Island Beaches: Which is Your Style of Paradise in New Zealand?
Grape vines at one of the Waiheke Island Wineries

The Best Waiheke Wineries for Non-Connoisseurs Seeking A Fun Day Out

Read moreThe Best Waiheke Wineries for Non-Connoisseurs Seeking A Fun Day Out
Walking path to the Cape Reinga lighthouse at the top of the North Island in New Zealand

Cape Reinga – Two Oceans Meet at the Spiritual Top of New Zealand

Read moreCape Reinga – Two Oceans Meet at the Spiritual Top of New Zealand
Mangonui Fish Shop is one of New Zealand's must-try Far North restaurants

Three Must-Try Far North Restaurants in New Zealand

Read moreThree Must-Try Far North Restaurants in New Zealand
Gum washing machine in Gummdigges Village, Awanui New Zealand

Gumdiggers Park: See Ancient Kauri in New Zealand

Read moreGumdiggers Park: See Ancient Kauri in New Zealand
A girl sandboarding New Zealand style - full speed down the Giant Te Paki Sand Dunes in Northland, New Zealand

Sandboarding at Te Paki Sand Dunes, New Zealand

Read moreSandboarding at Te Paki Sand Dunes, New Zealand

Eco-friendly Auckland Zoo Animals Makes a Great Family Outing

Read moreEco-friendly Auckland Zoo Animals Makes a Great Family Outing
Old fire engine at MOTAT in Auckland New Zealand

MOTAT Auckland: Why Kids and Adults Love this Hands-On Museum

Read moreMOTAT Auckland: Why Kids and Adults Love this Hands-On Museum
the Beehive is one of the buildings of New Zealand's parliament

Wellington Photos: 20 Reasons It’s My Favorite NZ Getaway

Read moreWellington Photos: 20 Reasons It’s My Favorite NZ Getaway
Drag Queen show at Caluzzi Bar and Cabaret in Auckland New Zealand

Caluzzi Cabaret Review: My First Time at a Drag Queen Dinner Show

Read moreCaluzzi Cabaret Review: My First Time at a Drag Queen Dinner Show
Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney Australia

Photos of Sydney Australia Testing Limits: Olympus 14-150mm

Read morePhotos of Sydney Australia Testing Limits: Olympus 14-150mm
The Australian Hotel is owned by Richard Branson, and serves emu and kangaroo pizza

Australia’s First Convict Settlement: the Rocks in Sydney

Read moreAustralia’s First Convict Settlement: the Rocks in Sydney
Lit up in blue, checking the nightly colour is one of the many Sky Tower activities in Auckland New Zealand

Sky Tower Activities: We Found Five Ways to See the Views from the Top

Read moreSky Tower Activities: We Found Five Ways to See the Views from the Top
Takapuna to Milford Coastal Walk in Auckland New Zealand

Takapuna to Milford Walk: Stunning Coastal Walk Over Volcanic Rock

Read moreTakapuna to Milford Walk: Stunning Coastal Walk Over Volcanic Rock
Even some of the shop keepers got into the late night Halloween spirit in Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland Late Night Halloween: Adults in Costume on K-Road & Queen St

Read moreAuckland Late Night Halloween: Adults in Costume on K-Road & Queen St
Kelly Tarltons SeaLife Aquarium

Kelly Tarlton’s Sea Life Aquarium: Not Just for Kids: Adults Love It Too

Read moreKelly Tarlton’s Sea Life Aquarium: Not Just for Kids: Adults Love It Too
Cape Byron Headland Reserve, Byron Bay, Australia

Cape Byron Headland Reserve, NSW, Australia

Read moreCape Byron Headland Reserve, NSW, Australia
broomstick flying photo tricks

Shattering the Illusion of Broomstick Flying at Alnwick Castle, England

Read moreShattering the Illusion of Broomstick Flying at Alnwick Castle, England
Many New Zealand sayings involve sheep

Docking Lambs – A New Experience for this City Girl

Read moreDocking Lambs – A New Experience for this City Girl
Intimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence

Intimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence

Read moreIntimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence
Taking an Italian cooking workshop hosted by Barilla at the Auckland Food Show 2017

Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Auckland Food Show

Read moreTop 10 Reasons to Visit the Auckland Food Show
Auckland Domain Wintergardens, Auckland, New Zealand

Domain Wintergardens: Natural Beauty in Auckland NZ’s Oldest Park

Read moreDomain Wintergardens: Natural Beauty in Auckland NZ’s Oldest Park
Colorful spices in Essaouira Morocco

Photo Tour of the Exotic Medina of Essaouira Morocco

Read morePhoto Tour of the Exotic Medina of Essaouira Morocco
100th ANZAC Day dawn parade Auckland War Memorial Museum, New Zealand

War Memorial: 100th ANZAC Day in Auckland

Read moreWar Memorial: 100th ANZAC Day in Auckland
Rainbows End Stratosfear at the top about to go over. about to go over the top.

Rainbow’s End Stratosfear: Join the Thrills at this Auckland Theme Park

Read moreRainbow’s End Stratosfear: Join the Thrills at this Auckland Theme Park
The Red Boat leaving Riverhead Tavern, Auckland, New Zealand

Riverhead Cruise to Riverhead Tavern: A Relaxing Auckland Afternoon

Read moreRiverhead Cruise to Riverhead Tavern: A Relaxing Auckland Afternoon
Voyager, Auckland Maritime Museum, New Zealand

Visiting New Zealand Maritime Museum: a Journey of our Nautical History

Read moreVisiting New Zealand Maritime Museum: a Journey of our Nautical History
Interesting K-Road Sign in Auckland, New Zealand

K-Road is Auckland’s Mix of Alternative, Traditional, and Urban Art

Read moreK-Road is Auckland’s Mix of Alternative, Traditional, and Urban Art
Sun Bear at the Wellington Zoo, New Zealand

Unique Animals at Wellington Zoo, including New Zealand’s Only Bear

Read moreUnique Animals at Wellington Zoo, including New Zealand’s Only Bear
Pool on the MS Oosterdam

Oosterdam: A Photo Tour of This 5-Star Holland America Ship

Read moreOosterdam: A Photo Tour of This 5-Star Holland America Ship
After a drive from Cairns to Paronella Park we enjoyed seeing the castle ruins lit up at night.

Cairns to Paronella Park – See Waterfalls, Platypus, Ruins, & More

Read moreCairns to Paronella Park – See Waterfalls, Platypus, Ruins, & More
Tui Brewery on the Mangatainoka River, North Island, New Zealand

Tui Brewery Tour – Is It Really Run by the ‘Gorgeous Women’ in their Ads?

Read moreTui Brewery Tour – Is It Really Run by the ‘Gorgeous Women’ in their Ads?
Buried trees in a swamp at Ship Creek New Zealand

Ship Creek New Zealand: Swamp Forest and Dunes on the West Coast

Read moreShip Creek New Zealand: Swamp Forest and Dunes on the West Coast
Fiordland Crested Penguin on Monroe Beach in New Zealand

Monro Beach Walk – Spotting a Fiordland Crested Penguin in New Zealand

Read moreMonro Beach Walk – Spotting a Fiordland Crested Penguin in New Zealand
Sunrise at Saletoga Sands Resort a huge contrast to living in Samoa

Resort Life vs Living in Samoa: My Window into the Contrasting Lifestyles

Read moreResort Life vs Living in Samoa: My Window into the Contrasting Lifestyles
Jumping into the Lava Caves at To Sua Ocean Trench, Samoa

10 Best Things To Do In Samoa – Highlights of a Tropical Paradise

Read more10 Best Things To Do In Samoa – Highlights of a Tropical Paradise
Peeling back the outer shell and coir (fibrous husk) of the coconut

Fresh Coconut Milk in Samoa – See How It’s Done: Climb – Crack – Drink

Read moreFresh Coconut Milk in Samoa – See How It’s Done: Climb – Crack – Drink
View overlooking the beach in Yelapa, Mexico

Yelapa: Hidden Paradise near Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Read moreYelapa: Hidden Paradise near Puerto Vallarta Mexico
Princess Kate, Duchess of Cambridge at the helm on a visit to Auckland

Kate and William: Royals Racing Yachts in Auckland NZ

Read moreKate and William: Royals Racing Yachts in Auckland NZ
Hoover Dam seen from the Memorial Bridge

12 Fascinating Things to Do at Hoover Dam and Nearby

Read more12 Fascinating Things to Do at Hoover Dam and Nearby
la playa del Palamos

Home Exchange in Palamós: A Taste of Daily Life in Spain

Read moreHome Exchange in Palamós: A Taste of Daily Life in Spain
Visiting and walking through the Brandenburg Gate a classic tourist site really is one of the unusual things to do in Berlin

Add Some Unusual Things to Do in Berlin Germany to Your Berlin Itinerary

Read moreAdd Some Unusual Things to Do in Berlin Germany to Your Berlin Itinerary
Night view of the city highlighting several fun things to do in Vegas besides gamble or party

Fun Things to do in Vegas Besides Gambling and Drinking

Read moreFun Things to do in Vegas Besides Gambling and Drinking
Uranus Gas

Shoot a Machine Gun and Get Alien Gas from Uranus in Arizona

Read moreShoot a Machine Gun and Get Alien Gas from Uranus in Arizona
Crowded Times Square at night, one of the New York City highlights

8 New York City Highlights – A Must-See Two Day NYC Itinerary

Read more8 New York City Highlights – A Must-See Two Day NYC Itinerary
Morikami Museum

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in South Florida

Read moreMorikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in South Florida
Hubbard Glacier in Alaska

What to Expect from the Hubbard or Sawyer Glacier on an Alaska Cruise

Read moreWhat to Expect from the Hubbard or Sawyer Glacier on an Alaska Cruise

Icy Strait Point: Will You See Whales or Bears at this Alaska Cruise Port?

Read moreIcy Strait Point: Will You See Whales or Bears at this Alaska Cruise Port?
Trees reflecting in Lake Tiulana at the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage Alaska

What’s it Like to Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage?

Read moreWhat’s it Like to Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage?
La Brea Tar Pits

La Brea Tar Pits – An Amazing Bit of History and Fun!

Read moreLa Brea Tar Pits – An Amazing Bit of History and Fun!
The hyperbaric chamber that I was put into after I got the bends while scuba diving in Bonaire

I Got the Bends Scuba Diving in Bonaire: When Dive Computers Fail

Read moreI Got the Bends Scuba Diving in Bonaire: When Dive Computers Fail
Roman wall of Lugo Spain seen from the outside, it tops most lists of things to do in Lugo.

Lugo Spain: Home to a Fully Intact Roman Wall

Read moreLugo Spain: Home to a Fully Intact Roman Wall
King Hassan II Mosque is a must see even if you are trying to see Casablanca in a day.

Casablanca in One Day – Highs and Lows of our Visit to this Moroccan City

Read moreCasablanca in One Day – Highs and Lows of our Visit to this Moroccan City
Djemma el Fna cobra

Djemma el fna: the Square in the Marrakesh Medina, Morocco

Read moreDjemma el fna: the Square in the Marrakesh Medina, Morocco
rabat casbah

Our Visit to Rabat, the Capital City of Morocco

Read moreOur Visit to Rabat, the Capital City of Morocco
Basilica at Volubilis, ancient Roman city in Morocco

Volubilis is an Ancient Roman City in Morocco, Northern Africa

Read moreVolubilis is an Ancient Roman City in Morocco, Northern Africa
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