Final post in the series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Three hundred miles off the coast of Africa stretches the Seychelles, an archipelago so unabashedly gorgeous that British explorers believed it to be the Garden of Eden when they arrived on its shores. The secluded and romantic islands of the Seychelles top many travelers’ destination bucket lists because of a strong desire to wade through the clear waters of the Indian Ocean and watch the colors of the sunset in a true paradise. Must-See Islands? Most of the 115 islands that form the Seychelles are uninhabited; many are even protected as…
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Bucket List Destination: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Part seven in a series: Our Team’s Dream Destinations Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is the largest city in the third richest country in the world. Known for its luxury, nightlife, and modern style, Dubai captures the imaginations of world travelers because of its larger-than-life experiences. Best Time to Travel? Mid-November to mid-December is a great time to visit Dubai, as the weather will be warm enough to enjoy the beautiful resort pools and turquoise sea. Mid-December to the end of February is peak season when an abundance of activities prevails, but crowds are large and rates increase significantly. Avoid the…
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Bucket List Destination: Australia and New Zealand
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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