Genoa is a small town with a lot of history! Settled in the flat valley of the Carson River, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Genoa couldn’t be more different than the Italian town that bears the same name. Genoa brags about having the first courthouse, hotel and newspaper in Nevada, as well as the …
How to Spend a Day in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
If you are you looking for a fun and easy day trip from Buenos Aires, you don’t need to look very hard. Just one hour from the bustling city you can reach the picturesque town of Colonia del Sacramento, on the border of Argentina and Uruguay.
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Mercato Centrale Florence – the Best Place to Stop for Lunch
Whether you have at least two or three days to spend in Florence, you shouldn’t miss the bustling food scene at Mercato Centrale. This indoor market is a great place to stop for one of the best culinary experiences in Florence. From pickled olives, the freshest fruits and veggies, to cheeses and breads, oils, wines …
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How to Take a Perfect Day Trip to Siena From Florence
Siena makes an easy day trip from Florence. Visiting the fortress-like town surrounded by vineyards and olive groves is always a good idea if you have more than one day in Florence. Siena’s gothic architecture, rich history and strange traditions make Siena one of the most fascinating and beautiful towns in Europe and one of …
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8 Spectacular Places You Shouldn’t Miss on Kauai Island
Kauai is by far the greenest and most scenic of the Hawaiian Islands, jam-packed with great places to visit and things to do. The island has navigable rivers, dense rainforests, jagged mountains and a spectacular canyon. Must-See Places in Kauai If you are planning a vacation on Kauai, here are 8 great places that you shouldn’t miss …
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Best Ski Destinations in the US and Why They Are Great
Winter is approaching in the Norther hemisphere and with a promise of an El Niño year in sight, we expect to see a lot of snow coming our way this year. If that’s true, it’s time to plan your ski vacation. And while you can’t predict where the snow will be better, some ski destinations …
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Driving the Spectacular Parks Highway from Anchorage to Denali
There aren’t many roads in Alaska. In fact, only about 20% of this state can be traveled by road. One of the few roads Alaska can brag about is the Parks Highway, from Anchorage to Denali. This stretch of road is really spectacular. Driving the Parks Highway is one of the most rewarding experiences that you may …
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Glacier Point – Face to Face With Davidson Glacier in Alaska
It was dark and gloomy when our ship pulled at the dock that morning. What a change of scenery from the sunny weather in Juneau the previous day! Trusting the weather will remain good, we had booked an adventurous day trip to Glacier Point. In my previous posts I probably gave you the impression that Alaska is this beautiful, …
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Top Things to Do in Juneau, Alaska, in One Day
Despite being a small city, there are plenty of fun things to do in Juneau for visitors. Exploring Juneau on your own is quite possible, but if your time is limited, it’s a good idea to book a couple of tours as well. They will take you to some places where it’s hard to make …
