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Colorful house in Copenhagen. Things to do in Copenhagen in 1 Day

Things to Do in Copenhagen in 1 Day

Copenhagen is one of the coolest cities I’ve ever visited! We found ourselves in Copenhagen for the start of our Baltic capitals cruise. I never expected to fall in love with this city, but fall in love I did. If you find yourself with only a day here make the most of it. Read on for things to do in Copenhagen in one day. Airport to Copenhagen City Center If you only have a day or two in Copenhagen you...

cruise ship in Ketchikan, Alaska

Why You Should Take an Alaskan Cruise

Alaska is a place of stunning beauty and a visit there should be on every traveler’s list. The things that make Alaska such a special destination also make it a challenging place to see for many travelers. Trying to see if planning a trip to Alaska is right for you there are many factors to consider. An Alaskan cruise is a great way for most travelers to visit The Last Frontier. Read on to see why you should take an...

Peterhof Gardens, St. Petersburg, Russia

What to Expect on a Two-Day Tour In St Petersburg

A stop in St. Petersburg, Russia is a perennial favorite and often the highlight of any Baltic Cruise. Many cruise itineraries spend two days in St. Petersburg because there is so much to see. Curious about what to expect on a two-day tour in St Petersburg? Here’s my recent experience and details on why you should book a tour and what you may see. Do I Have to Book a Tour? No, but most visitors will be required to have...

Icy Strait Point, Alaska

8 Amazing Things to Do in Icy Strait Point

What is there to do in Icy Strait Point?  When booking our Alaskan cruise, we booked solely on the week we were available to go and not the itinerary.  When I saw Icy Strait Point on the schedule I didn’t know what to expect or what to do in port. But I found 8 amazing things to do in Icy Strait Point and I’m sharing them with you. Alaskan Cruise Port – Icy Strait Point Our first two stops in...

Cruising to Victoria? Take the Best Food Tour

“I’m not a glutton. I am an explorer of food.” Erma Bombeck Are you taking an Alaskan cruise and find yourself cruising to Victoria? I found the best food tour for you to take! The last day of our Alaskan cruise found us not in Alaska, but in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.  As much as I enjoyed the spectacular beauty and outdoor activities in Alaska, this city girl was ready for some urban adventure.  I’ve mentioned before that food tours...

Stuff Your Face in Alaska – All You Can Eat Crab Legs

Our first Alaskan cruise stop was Ketchikan and there is so much to do here. Historical tours, flightseeing tours, and lumberjack shows are all great ways to spend a day in Ketchikan.   But when you go to Alaska you gotta eat crabs. And that’s what we did at the World Famous George Inlet Lodge Crab Feast.  All you can eat crab legs. I wanted to take a seaplane but we had already booked a helicopter ride in Juneau and...

Herbert Glacier Juneau Alaska

Exciting Adventure – Juneau Helicopter & Glacier Walk

Be adventurous… Let the Glaciers chill you, And the Fire grill you… Let the Oceans fill you And the Mountains thrill you... – Fatema Jaleel I like an adventure.  And I like trying new things.  These are two of the reasons I love to travel.  There’s always something new to see or do and there’s always an element of adventure. I recently did the helicopter and glacier walk tour offered by Coastal Helicopters in Juneau and it was the perfect...

Cruising to Cuba? Check out Fusterlandia in Havana

“Peculiar travel suggestions are dancing lessons from God.” Kurt Vonnegut Going on a cruise to Cuba? I can’t recommend Fusterlandia enough. It’s just plain fun. If you are in Havana on a cruise, or just find yourself in Cuba, you owe it to yourself to visit this little gem. It’s cool, free, educational, and inspirational. What more could you ask for? Fusterlandia is an art installation/fantasy located just outside of downtown Havana. I had read about it while researching things...