Great Barrier Reef Tours

Liveaboard Tours of the Great Barrier Reef: The Best Way to Experience the GBR

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The Great Barrier Reef is a fascinating bucket list destination for many around the world. Whether it be for a quick snorkel trip or a multi-day scuba tour, there are a variety of ways to explore this massive natural wonder. From impressive coral reefs to hidden shipwrecks, divers can truly see it all here. But where, and how, are the …

How to Visit Scenic World

Scenic World, Blue Mountains: Plan Your Visit, Photos, & Tips

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Scenic World is one of the best places to visit in the Blue Mountains. At this one spot, you can ride the world’s steepest railway, stand on the roof of the Skyway, ride on the Southern Hemisphere’s steepest cable car, and walk on boardwalk trails through the rainforest. For those who plan to explore the Blue Mountains, a visit to …

Blue Mountains Australia

22 Amazing Things to Do in the Blue Mountains, Australia

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With sandstone cliffs, hiking trails that lead to towering waterfalls and viewpoints, cable car and gondola rides, and views of unique rock formations, the Blue Mountains are a joy to explore. In this guide, learn about the best things to do in the Blue Mountains with tips to help you plan your visit. Interesting Facts about the Blue Mountains The …

Samoa American Samoa Itinerary

Samoa and American Samoa Itineraries with Hawaii & Fiji

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Samoa and American Samoa are two countries that sit side-by-side in the South Pacific. They are separated by the International Date Line but share a lot of similarities. If you are planning your Samoa and American Samoa itinerary, there are multiple ways to do it. The biggest factors are where you are coming from and how much time you have. …

Things to Do in Samoa

Best Things to Do in Samoa (+ Itinerary & Helpful Tips)

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Relax on the beach, slide down a waterfall, go snorkeling, learn about Samoan culture, photograph Samoa’s breathtaking waterfalls, and hike through a lava field. These are some of the best things to do in Samoa. Samoa, often overlooked in the South Pacific, is a hidden gem in this region of the world. This beautiful country contains some of the most …

Things to Do in Sydney

Sydney Bucket List: 40 Epic Things to Do in Sydney, Australia

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Sydney is the largest city in Australia. It is world-renowned for its landmarks such as the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, its beautiful harbor, and its vast range of entertainment and fine dining. 40 things to do in Sydney sounds like a lot, and it is, but there are many more places we could have added to this list. …

Auckland New Zealand

Auckland Bucket List: 20 Best Things to Do in Auckland, New Zealand

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Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and one of the largest cities in Oceania. With its beautiful setting on the Hauraki Gulf, its parks and walking trails, vibrant food and wine scene, and endless day trip options, the list of things to do in Auckland is relatively long. In this guide, we list the best things to do …

Mount Alava Hike American Samoa

Mount ‘Alava Adventure Trail: Hiking Guide, Map, Photos, Stats

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The Mount ‘Alava hike is one of the most adventure-filled trails featured in the National Park of American Samoa. You’ll find a path less wandered by your average visitor as you hike along one of American Samoa’s many ridgelines. Be prepared for a trek through the jungle and incredible views out over Pago Pago Harbor and the island. There are …

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Bridge Climb: Photos, Tour Options & Is It Worth It?

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The Sydney Bridge Climb is one of the top attractions in Sydney, Australia. Scaling this bridge and enjoying the views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House makes for an unforgettable experience. During our second visit to Sydney in May of 2023, we decided to experience this amazing bridge up close by climbing the bridge with BridgeClimb Sydney. In this …

Barossa Valley

Wine Tasting in Barossa Valley: 13 Outstanding Wineries to Visit

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Barossa Valley is one of Australia’s most famous wine regions. This globally renowned region is well known for its Shiraz, a big, bold red wine. It is also home to some of the most famous names in Australian wine, including Langmeil, Peter Lehmann, and Penfolds, as well as some smaller family run wineries. There is a long list of great …

American Samoa Tips

American Samoa Travel Tips: 20 Things to Know Before You Go

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If you are planning a trip to American Samoa, there is no doubt that you have a lot of questions. When is the best time to go? How do you get around? Where should you go? American Samoa is not like Fiji, Bali, or the Virgin Islands. The tourism infrastructure is not well developed, so don’t expect all-inclusive resorts, a …

Lake Taupo

20 Amazing Things to Do in Taupō (+ Map, Photos & Tips)

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Sitting on the shores of the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand is the small town of Taupō. Cruising the lake, mountain biking, hiking, skydiving, and jet boat riding top the list of things to do in Taupō. There are also geothermal areas to explore, thermal pools and spas to visit, and waterfalls to photograph. So far, we have visited …

American Samoa

Ultimate Guide to American Samoa: 18 Amazing Things to Do

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American Samoa is a grouping of several small islands that are located in the South Pacific. For visitors, the National Park of the American Samoa is the main attraction, but there is a long list of things to do outside of the national park. In this guide, we cover the best things to do in American Samoa, plus tips to …

Blackwater Rafting New Zealand

Waitomo Caves: Glowworms, Blackwater Rafting & the Best Tours

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The Waitomo caves are an underground fantasyland on the North Island of New Zealand. Ooh and aah at the stalactites and stalagmites that have been slowly growing over millennia. Go on an adventure and raft through these dark caves. And of course, the main reason for visiting the Waitomo caves, gaze up at the glowworms, which light up the ceilings …

Things to Do American Samoa National Park

National Park of American Samoa: Things To Do, Photos & Map

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Located in the South Pacific, spread across several small islands, sits on of the least visited national parks in the USA, the National Park of American Samoa. Go snorkeling, hike to the tallest peaks for stunning views across the islands, visit remote beaches, and learn about Samoan culture…these all top the list of things to do in the National Park …

McLaren Vale in May

McLaren Vale Uncorked: A Guide to 18 Exceptional Wineries in the Region

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McLaren Vale…welcome to one of our favorite places in Australia. The wine that is produced in this region is outstanding…big, bold Shirazes, fruity Cabernet Sauvignons, and full-bodied Chardonnays. We have traveled to wine regions throughout the world, including France, Italy, South Africa, Argentina, Chile, New Zealand, and the USA. South Australia is by far one of our favorites, and in …

Southern Scenic Route

The Southern Scenic Route of New Zealand: Things to Do, Map, Itinerary

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The Southern Scenic Route is a 600+ kilometer driving route that connects Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, and Queenstown, New Zealand. It is a gorgeous drive, and along the way you are treated to some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. On this drive, you will visit quaint coastal towns, deserted beaches, waterfalls, fiords, and a long list of …

Glacier Country

Best Things to Do in Franz Josef | Glacier Country, New Zealand

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Hike to viewpoints of glaciers, see the rarest Kiwi, soar over Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier in a helicopter, capture Mount Tasman’s reflection in Lake Matheson, go heli-hiking or ice climbing, and relax in a hot tub…these are all things you can do in and around Franz Josef, New Zealand. Glacier Country is an area on the west coast …

Franz Josef Helicopter Tour

Fox Glacier & Franz Josef Helicopter Tours: Photos, Tips & What to Expect

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A helicopter flight over the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers is a thrilling experience. To see this land of glacier-capped mountains, rainforests, and rugged coastlines is one of the best experiences to have in Glacier Country, if not all of New Zealand. On a helicopter tour from Franz Josef or Fox Glacier, you will fly over several glaciers, get to …

How to Visit Doubtful Sound

Doubtful Sound Day Trip: What to Expect, Photos & Map

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Doubtful Sound is a fiord in southwest New Zealand. It’s a neighbor of the more popular Milford Sound. A visit to Doubtful Sound, with its more remote location and less touristy vibe, is a much different experience than a visit to the Milford Sound. A Doubtful Sound day trip takes one full day. To get here, you first have to …