Experiences by Destination

Travel sights, sites, and experiences sorted by geographic area

Iceland – The Basics

I was supposed to go to Iceland in 2020 for my birthday to see the northern lights with a couple...

Cuba is farther away now, but worth it

I’m so glad I went to Cuba a couple years ago, as it seems to be even more shut off...

King's Canyon (near Uluru), Australia

King’s Canyon (near Uluru) Uluru is the main draw of the Red Center of Australia.  Sadly, most visitors don’t even...

Nenana Ice Classic (Alaska)

So, have you’ve ever wondered how bored people got in Alaska in the winter in the past? I’m pretty sure...

Online and VR tours of world-famous museums

During Covid, we learned the importance of visiting people and attractions virtually. Here are some of the best musuems in...

Ernest Hemmingway's Cuba

Ernest Hemingway is a big attraction in Cuba. Although he was an American he lived in Cuba for many years....

Overnight sleeper train from Beijing to Xi'an (China)

After going through the Temple of Heaven’s main sights, I headed off to the train station to catch the overnight...

Travel in a time of Covid (using VR)

In 2020, I unknowingly planned ahead for Covid striking down my travel plans. Due to airfare deals, I spent most...

Skagway Alaska's Jewell Gardens – go forth and blow (glass, that is)

Skagway Alaska's Jewell Gardens – go forth and blow (glass, that is)

Classes like this are available around the world and I’ve done several.  This is a particularly nice one in Alaska...

Chiang Rai – White Temple & Golden Toilet (Thailand)

Chiang Rai – White Temple & Golden Toilet The White Temple in Chiang Rai (near Chiang Mai) is an artistic...