part six in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations For those who want to be wowed by unique experiences and stunning beauty, and have both the time and budget to devote to a detailed itinerary, Australia and New Zealand combine into a truly extraordinary vacation. Must-See Cities? Australia: Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Cairns, and Perth to name a few New Zealand: Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Wellington, Dunedin Best Time to Travel? High season falls in the Aussie winter, from April through September. Low season falls during the Aussie summer, when many regions are extremely hot, humid, and too rainy for…
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Bucket List Destination: Hawaii
Sixth in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Must-See Islands? Each of the six Hawaiian Islands has distinct features and sightseeing opportunities, but the most commonly visited by tourists are Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and The Big Island. Best Time to Travel? Hawaii is a year-round destination, but rates often peak from December to March. April to June and September to the beginning of December are considered off-season months. To view migrating humpback whales from the island of Maui, January through March is the best time to plan a visit, with prime viewing opportunities in February. Why Visit? A warm ohana…
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Bucket List Destination: Colombia
Fifth in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Must-See Cities? Cartagena, Bogotá, Medellín, Santa Marta, and Cali are just a few of the cities that tourists should be sure to visit while in Colombia. Best Time to Travel? Colombia has a rainy season (April-May, October-November) and a dry season (December-March), but both seasons are suitable for travel. Because of the effect of the Andes Mountains and their locations throughout the country, temperatures can vary quite a bit from city to city. Peak whale watching is from July through September. Why Visit? Colombia is a traveler’s paradise, complete with unique climate…
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Reading Road Trip: The Complete Book List
Our reading road trip has ventured to all four corners of the United States, featuring reading selections and travel experiences from each region of the country. You can explore this blog series in its entirety here, and use this list for reference as you read through all fifty states. The Reading List Alabama: The Almost Sisters by Joshilyn Jackson Alaska: The Great Alone by Kristen Hannah Arizona: The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver Arkansas: True Grit by Charles Portis California: East of Eden by John Steinbeck Colorado: Plainsong by Kent Haruf Connecticut: Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates Delaware: The Book…
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Bucket List Destination: The Galapagos Islands
Fourth in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Located approximately 605 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands of the Pacific Ocean fascinate nature lovers and ecotourists alike. The island group consists of 18 main islands, 3 smaller islands, and 107 islets. Two airports serve locals and tourists, who often arrive by plane to embark on one of the small ships that explore the region. Must-See Islands? Each island in the Galapagos has its trademarks, and travelers should consider which landscapes, activities, and wildlife are their personal must-dos. Some of the most popular islands for tourists include Santa…
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