Bonaire Tour from Cruise Port

Bonaire is a beautiful Caribbean island known for its pristine natural environment, particularly its coral reefs and diving opportunities. It's located in the Leeward Antilles, off the coast of Venezuela. It's part of the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao).The official language is Dutch, but Papiamento is widely spoken.Weather  Towards the end of January was hot and HumidBonaire is a...

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Things to do in Ljubljana Slovenia

Welcome to Ljubljana, the charming capital city of Slovenia! This picturesque city offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that will surely captivate you. Slovenia  is the only country with LOVE in its name, S'love'niaArrival Took a flight from Warsaw Poland, once outside the airport took the airport shuttle to hotel for 12 euros.Stay Stayed in a hotel across...

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Montego Bay Jamaica

On my cruise from Galveston Texas to Aruba  Bonaire, and Curaçao, the three westernmost islands of the Leeward Antilles in the Caribbean Sea, after 2 days of sailing Montego Bay Jamaica was the first stop. The weather in January was hot and humid.Montego BayHad booked a City tour shore excursion with the option of ordering lunch which was Jerk. Jerk is a traditional Jamaican way of seasoning...

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Explore Austin Texas

Austin, Texas is a vibrant city known for its live music scene, outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and delicious food. It is also home to the University of Texas, one of the largest schools in the USA, South by Southwest, an annual set of film, interactive media, and music festivals. Home to Formula 1 races at Circuit of the Americas.  Austin Street Art, above “Greetings from...

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Things to do and see in Jordan

Highlights of Jordan One of the most beautiful countries in the Middle East, Jordan has a lot of attractions for visitors. There is ancient history here as well as spectacular desert formations and sea life. Here are some of the top things to see and do on a holiday in Jordan. Amman I didn't spend much time in Amman, One can find a decent room for about 30 US Dollars just about anywhere...

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Nanortalik Greenland Iceberg Boat Tour

Nestled at the southern tip of Greenland, Nanortalik is a charming town known for its stunning landscapes and rich history. One of the best ways to experience this breathtaking region is through an iceberg boat tour. The boat tour was a shore excursion organized by my cruise company. Setting Off from NanortalikAs we embark on boat tour, the excitement builds. The colorful houses of Nanortalik...

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Qaqortoq Greenland Walking Adventure

Exploring Qaqortoq Greenland on Foot: A Walking AdventureQaqortoq, a charming coastal town in southern Greenland, offers a delightful experience for those who enjoy exploring on foot. Qaqortoq is surrounded by majestic mountains, fjords, and glaciers, offering breathtaking views and opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, and fishing.Above Picture: Tender Boat bringing visitors...

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Explore Sydney Nova Scotia

 Sydney, Nova Scotia, is a picturesque town located on Cape Breton Island, known for its rich history and vibrant culture. This was the first stop on my cruise from Boston to Greenland. Outside the port where the ship docks there are several Taxi drivers eager to show you the Town, as a solo tourist the prices were high, for a group of 3 or 4 people they would be reasonable. So decided...

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Discovering St. John’s, Newfoundland

St. John's is a Hidden Gem of CanadaWas on a cruise from Boston to Greenland and had a stopover at St John's on the way back to Boston. The plan was to explore the city on my own, and it was raining so had to go with Plan B which is no plan. As I ventured off the ship and walked across the pier a person approached me with a city tour for US $60. Took his offer and 10 minutes later I was on the tour...