(Updated November 2020) What do you see when you imagine a breathtaking view? Wide-open spaces? An urban skyline? Sandy beaches or soaring mountains? Granted, it’s all in the eyes of the beholder but I think we can all agree that if someone says a view is one of the most breathtaking views in the world […]
Destinations, New York, North America, Photography, Photography Tips, Top Posts
Central Park in Fall – Best Places to See and Photograph Autumn Foliage
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Sep
Sep
Updated Sept 2020 If I could only visit New York’s famous urban respite once a year to make photos, I’d choose Central Park in Fall. In winter, New York is a snow-capped wonderland. In spring and summer, a flower lover’s delight. But Central Park in Fall is utterly magical. There’s nothing like wandering the park’s […]
British Columbia, Canada, Destinations, North America, Travel Tips
Perfect 1, 2, and 3-Day Itineraries For Vancouver
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Sep
Sep
Whether you’re laying over or enjoying a well-deserved holiday, Vancouver never disappoints. A Day-by-Day Guide to Exploring Vancouver Story and Photos by Carolyn B. Heller If you like urban explorations mixed with time outdoors, Vancouver is your place. Western Canada’s largest city hugs the Pacific Ocean, with sandy beaches right downtown. The forested North Shore […]
British Columbia, Canada, Cruises, Destinations, North America, Wildlife Adventures
Experience One of the Best Small Ship Cruises in the Great Bear Rainforest
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Aug
Aug
Though traveling may not be in the cards right now, a little daydreaming for 2021 and beyond can’t be a bad thing. (If you’d prefer to jump straight to the logistical info refer to the Table of Contents above.) Wisdom From the First Nations “Ask the Grandfathers to help you,” said Old Hands with a crooked […]
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Updated July 2020 “Smorg to Go!” Yes, Smorgasburg NYC will return this year, albeit in a different fashion than the crowded weekend family-fests we’ve come to know and love, and that’s a good thing. Instead, New York’s favorite gourmet food festival is now “Smorg to Go“, and will be open for takeout-only. Debuting on July […]
Adventures, Canada, Churchill, Destinations, Manitoba, North America, Wildlife Adventures
17 Awesome Things To Do In Churchill Manitoba
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May
Situated on the remote southwestern shore of Hudson Bay in Canada’s subarctic, is Churchill, Manitoba, population 900, give or take (50% indigenous). Surrounded by hundreds of miles of rugged wilderness, the only way to get to Churchill is through the capital of Winnipeg by plane, or endure a 40-hour train ride. Why should you care about this remote hole-in-the-wall […]
Adventures, Canada, Churchill, Destinations, Manitoba, North America, Wildlife Adventures, Wildlife Photography / Tips
The Ultimate Guide to Polar Bear Tours in Churchill Manitoba
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May
May
Updated August 2020 When you think of polar bears, does Churchill, Manitoba come to mind? Never heard of it? You’re not alone. It’s a small, remote hole-in-the-wall town in north-eastern Canada, but for polar bears it’s the cat’s meow. The tiny hamlet (population 900) is one of the best places in the world to see […]
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Mar
Mar
Are you fascinated by otherworldly landscapes, spectacular wildlife, and indigenous history? Do you pine for the inherent adventure of visiting a truly remote destination? Then you’re in luck. Traveling to Greenland on Adventure Canada’s “In the Wake of the Vikings” expedition cruise checks all the boxes and then some. Why Travel to Greenland? If you’re […]
Destinations, New York, North America, United States
How to Go Behind the Scenes at the Cathedral of St. John The Divine, NYC
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Jan
Jan
Updated: January 2019 At over 120 years old and the largest Cathedral church in the world, St. John the Divine was on my “explore” to-do list for some time. Over the years, it’s hosted dignitaries such as Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and the Dalai Lama. Sting held a concert there for the launch of his […]
Destinations, Florida, North America, Top Posts, United States, Wildlife Adventures
The Ultimate Guide: Visit the Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island
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Oct
Oct
Whenever I am in Fort Myers seeing family, a visit to the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge is always at the top of my to-do list. It’s a beautiful spot with walking trails, bike paths, an abundance of wildlife with over 245 species of birds. Ding Darling is located on Sanibel Island, a popular vacation destination […]