The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
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, …
Glacier Point – Face to Face With Davidson Glacier in AlaskaRead More
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 …
Mendenhall Glacier is one the best things you can do in Juneau. The first time I saw the Mendenhall Glacier was earlier that morning, when we were walking to the Nugget Falls. But when you see it from the distance you can’t anticipate its size. I suspected this ice monster must look totally different when you see …
What to Expect on the Mendenhall Glacier Helicopter TourRead More
Ketchikan was the first stop on our cruise to Alaska which started in Vancouver. After spending an entire day at sea, I could hardly wait to set foot on land! But when we finally docked I was a little disappointed. The town seemed small and very quiet, still covered in the morning fog. But our …
One Day in Ketchikan – 6 Incredibly Fun Things to DoRead More
Lake Como has the fame of being the playground of the rich and famous, but is it really so expensive? If you never visited Italy’s famous lake, you may be wondering what to do in Lake Como if you don’t have a lot of money. Lake Como is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations in Italy, …
What heart remains untouched by the amazing yet sad story of White Fang? The half-woolf half-dog’s faith brought tears in many children’s eyes, as he was sold to be a sled dog in the harsh and frozen Yukon Territory. Somehow Jack London’s character came to my mind as we began our Husky Homestead tour that morning in …
The Iditarod – A Glimpse Into Alaska’s Most Controversial RaceRead More
Vancouver may not be the city where you want to live, but it surely is a city to add to your Canadian bucket list. Its high cost of living and astronomical housing prices may be a set back for its potential residents. However, Vancouver’s sensual allure and countless attractions inspires visitors like few other cities do.
5 Incredible Attractions You Shouldn’t Miss in Vancouver, CanadaRead More
Welcome to Vancouver, Canada’s largest, densest and most ethnically diverse city! If you are planning a visit to Vancouver, here are some facts and first impressions that may help you better understand this city. Vancouver is one of Canada’s most beautiful cities and has a lot going for it: a bustling downtown, delicious restaurants, a …
The Glacier Express route from Zermatt to St. Moritz is Switzerland’s most beautiful train ride. Now that I look back at our 10 days in Switzerland, I think I owe the trip to the mythical Glacier Express. After all, it was the picture of this train passing over the dramatic Landwasser Viaduct that convinced me to …
Aboard the Glacier Express (Zermatt to St. Moritz Route)Read More
