Welcome to the extraordinary world of the Galápagos Islands, a paradise for nature lovers. Visiting the Galápagos is a chance to experience nature nearly untouched by humans. Hike in the morning on a "young" volcanic island, with very little vegetation, and snorkel in the afternoon in one of the richest marine environments on Earth. Come … Continue reading The Big 15 and More Reasons to Visit the Enchanted Galápagos Islands
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Undercover Birding: how to enjoy birdwatching while traveling with friends
Traveling with friends can be a great experience. However, if you're an avid birdwatcher, you might find it challenging to pursue your hobby in a packed itinerary. But fear not! With a little creativity and planning, you can still indulge in your love for birdwatching without compromising the group's travel plans. In this post, I … Continue reading Undercover Birding: how to enjoy birdwatching while traveling with friends
Return to Athenry: taking a heritage trip to Ireland
This summer my youngest daughter took a family trip to Ireland. Listening to her plan her travel brought back memories of my trips to Ireland, first as a teenager and years later when I brought my kids. Though we visited many gorgeous locations, both trips focused on the town of Athenry in County Galway. My … Continue reading Return to Athenry: taking a heritage trip to Ireland
10+ Best in the World Afternoon Teas (top travel writers’ picks!)
I'm a casual person. I love simple picnics and quiet evenings with a book. But occasionally I love indulging in the elegance of afternoon tea. Especially when I travel. I don't know if it's the sense of luxury, the delicious treats, or the gorgeous venue, but when I'm planning a trip, I look for special … Continue reading 10+ Best in the World Afternoon Teas (top travel writers’ picks!)
How to Enjoy Authentic and Ethical Animal Tourism (2022)
When we were planning our first safari in 2014, I found many tour groups offering a "Walk With Lions" experience in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The brochures stated that these were young lions, likely orphans, and that the organization would reintroduce them to the wild when they matured. This sounded great! But the more I read … Continue reading How to Enjoy Authentic and Ethical Animal Tourism (2022)
10 Best U.S. National Parks for Seniors to Visit (2023)
“The story is, a man came up to Yosemite and the ranger was sitting at the front gate and the man said, “I’ve only got one hour to see Yosemite. If you only had one hour to see Yosemite, what would you do?” And the ranger said, “Well, I’d go right over there, and I’d … Continue reading 10 Best U.S. National Parks for Seniors to Visit (2023)
5 Best Reasons to Visit Costa Rica: Pura Vida Ecotourism
Costa Rica has been on my travel wish list for years. In fact it was so high on the list that we’d considered moving to the country even though we'd never visited. What's so special about Costa Rica? Read about this beautiful country and our reasons to visit Costa Rica and you’ll understand… Costa Rica … Continue reading 5 Best Reasons to Visit Costa Rica: Pura Vida Ecotourism