Thinking about a road trip now or in the future? I asked road trip veteran Carolyn B. Heller to compile the perfect road trip packing list. (If you’re new to road tripping, Carolyn’s Beginner’s Guide to Planning an Extraordinary Road Trip is a fantastic resource.) Stay Safe! What Kind of Road Trip Are You Planning? […]
Adventures, Quarantine, Road Trips, Travel Tips
A Beginner’s Guide to Planning an Extraordinary Road Trip
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Jul
Jul
Here we are five months into the pandemic, jonesing to travel and 2020 just won’t cut us a break. Leisure travel on planes, trains, and buses is risky, but the good ole fashion road trip is capturing the imagination of those intrepid travelers anxious to explore the world, albeit closer to home. With all the […]
Adventures, Canada, Churchill, Destinations, Manitoba, Nature / Wildlife, North America
17 Awesome Things To Do In Churchill Manitoba
29
May
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, Nature / Wildlife, North America, Wildlife Photography / Tips
The Ultimate Guide to Polar Bear Tours in Churchill Manitoba
28
May
May
Updated May 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 […]
Cruises, Destinations, Greenland, Nature / Wildlife
“In the Wake of the Vikings” a Stunning Greenland Cruise
10
Mar
Mar
I first fell in love with the polar regions on a polar bear walking safari in Manitoba. From that moment on, I’ve been fascinated by the otherworldly landscapes, the spectacular wildlife, indigenous history, and the inherent adventure of going to such a remote destination. Just a quick break in your read. If you think I […]
Adventures, Caribbean, Nature / Wildlife, North America, Saba Island, Top Posts
11 Amazing Reasons You’ll Want to Go to Saba Island in the Caribbean
13
Oct
Oct
If you ask people if they’ve been to Saba Island (pronounced Say-ba), in the Dutch Caribbean, a municipality of the Netherlands, chances are you’ll be met with a blank stare. “Is it in Indonesia?” one friend asked. “Are you making it up?” inquired another. I only learned about the tiny speck of a former volcano a […]
Destinations, Florida, Nature / Wildlife, North America, Top Posts, United States
The Ultimate Guide: Visit the Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island
02
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 […]
Adventures, Canada, Manitoba, Nature / Wildlife, North America
Don’t Miss Churchill’s Astonishing Beluga Whale Migration
29
Sep
Sep
Astonished, I am overcome with excitement. Following me is nearly a dozen snow-white beluga whales close enough to touch. As a rule, boats must stay at least 50 meters from cetaceans, but evidently, the belugas have no such regulations about humans, and I couldn’t be happier. When we set out, Lazy Bear Expeditions guide Jason Ransom […]
Adventures, Destinations, Nature / Wildlife, New York, North America, United States
Why the Zipline at Hunter Mountain is one of the Best in North America
26
Jun
Jun
One of the most memorable experiences you’ll ever have is one that frightens you then ends up being tons of fun. Such was the case with the SkyRider, the zipline at Hunter Mountain in New York’s Northern Catskills, one of the fastest, highest and longest in North America. Why was I afraid you ask? I […]
Multiple Destination Tips, Nature / Wildlife
24 of the Most Breathtaking Views in the World Worth Traveling For
29
May
May
What do you envision 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 (and I don’t […]