Everyone goes to France for Paris. What if you traveled there for something else? A friend of mine, Rachelle just spent a year living in France. She did not live in Paris. In fact, she only went to Paris for two quick visits while living in France. Now that is dedication to explore the rest [...] [...more]
Although the Dingle Peninsula has a funny name, it is seriously beautiful. The Dingle Peninsula is in south-west Ireland just along the Atlantic Ocean. Along the peninsula is a ridge of mountains, which include Ireland’s second tallest peak, Brandon, which is 3,127 feet above sea level. The coast along the Dingle Peninsula could not be more [...] [...more]
After reading Explore Australia: Part One you may be dreaming of taking a trip to the Outback in the future. I have brief descriptions on a few elements that will make exploring Australia more enjoyable. Explore Australia – Part Two concludes with ways to dream of your trip if your departure date is not in [...] [...more]
Everyone has heard of the Outback, seen the Crocodile Hunter, and knows the energetic phrase, “G’day mate!” What would it be like to explore Australia? To explore the massive island, the country, the continent of Australia. Justin and I only spent one week enjoying our sample of Australia. 4 days in Sydney 1 day in the Whitsunday [...] [...more]
After enjoying a sunny day of tramping (hiking) and geo caching around Fox Glacier, Justin and I woke up to find a drizzly and overcast day. Although a bit discouraged, we ate breakfast and headed over to meet our Ice Climbing Guide. Only after we were 100% geared up (ice boots, pants, jacket, helmet, gloves, ice [...] [...more]
Now we have a plan! I spent most of yesterday in my pajamas sorting through places on maps, looking into various forms of transportation, and mixing up dates on the calendar to create a starting route. Justin and I have fallen in love. Not only with one another, but with New Zealand. We have both dreamed [...] [...more]
Any one can plan a trip. Decide on dates and times. Book transportation, lodging, and sort out the details. I’ve done this before. It feels safe and good. Sort of like a warm, fuzzy blanket that is wrapped around me on a cold night. Don’t get me wrong, even with each detail “planned” to perfection, [...] [...more]
