Norway’s fjords are the stuff of dreams. Jagged cliffs plunging into deep blue water, snow-capped peaks, and waterfalls that seem to tumble from the heavens. So when we decided to explore this magical land last summer, flying into Ålesund and making our way through the fjords, it felt like stepping into a postcard. Norway is […]
Is a Cunard Queen Elizabeth Alaska Cruise Worth It?
This is a guest post by Karen Hosier, an Alaska travel expert and a cruise enthusiast. I must admit I’m a cruise addict with two dozen voyages and counting. But there’s one place I travel often, and that’s Alaska. Having cruised with all the major cruise lines, I jumped at the chance to experience a […]
The Perfect Lofoten Itinerary for One Week
It was last May when I found myself standing in the shadow of jagged mountains, staring out at the impossibly blue waters of the Lofoten Islands. Norway, especially Lofoten, feels like the edge of the world in the best possible way. If you’re anything like me, you’ll want to do more than just see it; […]
25 Gorgeous Places to Visit in the USA in November
November is a festive time of year. After all, Thanksgiving is, to many, hands down the best food holiday. As long as you avoid traveling during Thanksgiving, November can be low season, making things cheaper and easier to book. There could also still be some fall foliage early in the month in lower elevations. I’ve […]
30 of the Best Places in the World to Visit in November
While many destinations around the world are experiencing autumn in full swing during the month of November, others in the Southern Hemisphere are gearing up for summer. Whether you’re looking for a chilly, not-yet-winter vibe or a springtime, cooler-than-summer atmosphere, November — the shoulder season for many tourist hot spots — offers mild temperatures. These […]