Todays Image • African Watering Hole

Elephants approach a watering hole in Kruger National Park to drink and bathe. As they enter the water a hippo, who’s making the watering hole his current home, is keeping an eye on them. Taken while visiting Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Africa, covering an area of over 7,500 squareContinue reading “Todays Image • African Watering Hole”

Sengan-en Garden In Kagoshima

Sengan-en Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden boasting picturesque views of the Sakurajima Volcano, Kinko Bay and some interesting archeological sites. It was built in the 17th century by the Shimazu clan, who ruled the Satsuma domain for over 700 years. The garden boasts diverse features, including traditional Japanese structures, a pond, and aContinue reading “Sengan-en Garden In Kagoshima”

Barcelona, the Heart of Catalonia

Based on recent events, we thought it might be a good time to promote one of our favorite cities. We have visited Barcelona several times as well as passing through on our way to join cruises along with day stops while cruising. This city has so much to offer it belongs on a short listContinue reading “Barcelona, the Heart of Catalonia”

Exploring Alaska by Small Boat

Exploring Alaska by small boat: The Allure of Discovery By ‘Monomousumi’ Add your rating for this post to encouraging the author… Both explorers and people who are interested in the natural world have a deep-seated desire to visit Alaska because of the state’s wild and untamed beauty as well as its harsh terrain. Even ifContinue reading “Exploring Alaska by Small Boat”

Cruising & What To Wear?

Okay You’ve Booked A Cruise – Now What To Wear? Our Approach To A Complete Cruise Packing List Nobody wants to make mistakes when packing for a cruise. Some people over pack lugging along heavy and multiple suitcases, while others under pack and end up with nothing appropriate for that upscale dinner onboard. Especially forContinue reading “Cruising & What To Wear?”

Todays Image • Historic Cusco

The historic section of Cusco, Peru besides being the old capitol of the Inca Empire and the gateway to visiting Machu Picchu is also an amazing place to explore. Museums, archeological wonders, fantastic restaurants, cafes and interesting shopping. We recommend that if your travel plans take you to Cusco be sure and allow plenty ofContinue reading “Todays Image • Historic Cusco”