Ireland isn't a country that can be fully appreciated in a whirlwind tour. It is an ancient land, rich in history and slow in distillation. And, as with all fine whiskey, it needs to be sipped to be truly enjoyed.
Category: Transportation
United Kingdom Adventure: Missing the Boat
We had such a wonderful day seeing the sights on the Isle of Man as we drove from one end of country to the other that we almost didn't want to leave the next morning. And thanks to Manx Ferries, …
Thailand’s Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the Marble Temple
Thailand is famous for its floating markets, where both buyers and sellers transact business in canals in long wooden boats.
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A Day of Decadence, Thai Style
There are some places in the world where everyday expenses are sky high, such as Iceland. When you're visiting there, you're constantly looking for ways to save money while still enjoying yourself. Other places in the world are very affordable, …
Northern Lights, Glaciers, and Black Sand Beaches in Iceland
Thanks to the freedom of a rental car, we were able to travel along Iceland's southern coast at our own pace toward the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, where we hoped to see the Northern Lights.
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Iceland Day Trip: The Golden Circle
Perhaps the most well-known tourist excursion in Iceland is the Golden Circle, a route that takes visitors from Reykjavík to the Haukadalur geysers, the famous Gullfoss or "Golden Falls," and the Þingvellir national park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Driving in Iceland: You vs. All of the Things
For our trip to Iceland, we wanted to get outside Reykjavík and explore the countryside, so we rented a car.