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Cruise Tips

9 Amazing Activities That Will Make Any Alaska Cruise Epic

…red then, the first sign of a whale near the ship is a plume of steam that springs up from the water. Orcas that feed on salmon in the Alaska Inside Passage can also be spotted earlier in the season (early May to early June) around Ketchikan and Juneau. I have not seen them, though! If you really want to see whales, the best ports for boat excursions to find whales are Juneau and Ketchikan, and the lines will usually have options. They start from…

travel podcast

Tips for Travellers Podcast 143: Australia Tips and Advice for Travellers

…avel time Plan on the assumption will have another trip there Do the Eastern side one visit and Southern another See the Icons Sydney with the famous bridge and opera house and surfer beaches of Bondi and Manley Melbourne & Great Ocean Road Alice Springs / Uluru Rock Great Barrier Reef (from Hamilton Island or Cairns / Port Douglas / Yorkey’s Knob) Gold Coast (Theme Parks and beach) Darwin – Katherine Gorge On your second trip: Blue Mountains Pert…

The Ghan / Trains / transportation / Uncategorized

The Ghan Train Australia : Video tour of this iconic railway journey

…to allow passengers to explore the breathtaking Katherine Gorge, and Alice Springs, where passengers get to visit this historic town in the centre of the Outback. In this video I made, I take you on the trip and let you experience what it is like to travel on The Ghan train and what to expect at each of the stops.   Also read my article about the tenth anniversary of The Ghan and listen to my audio podcast recorded live on board the Ghan train sha…

travel podcast

St. Thomas, USA Virgin Islands – Tips for Travellers Podcast 177

St Thomas Palm Trees In episode 177 of the Tips for Travellers audio podcast, Gary Bembridge shares his observations, tips and advice for visitors to St. Thomas in the United States Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. He talks about how his initial impressions of it being an uninspiring America off-shoot too focused on duty-free shopping changed as he explored the island more and engaged with the communities. In addition to talking about the history…

Destinations

Tips For Travellers Big Trip 2016: Around The World!

…Canal) Southampton Ponte Delgaga Port Canaveral Fort Lauderdale Aruba (De Palm Island Highlights Video,) Panama Canal Guatemala Los Angeles San Francisco (Photos, Time-lapse Sail in under Golden Gate Bridge,) Honolulu (Harbour time-lapse video from day to night,) Lahaina Samoa Auckland (Time-lapse video arriving in the city,) Wellington Milford Sound Sydney (Time-lapse video of the sail in,) Australia Sydney Noosa Cunard Queen Elizabeth (China /…

MSC Armonia

My MSC Armonia Video Ship Tour: Observations and Review

…le as many as possible to see the song and dance Broadway-style shows. The Palm Beach Casino is bright and glitzy with a good range of tables and slot machines. There are five kids’ clubs on board. There is the Chicco Baby Ckub for under threes, the Lego Mini Club for 3-6 year olds, another Lego-themed Junior Club for 7-11 year olds, a Young Club catering for 12-14 and finally there is a Teen Club for 15-17 year olds. Outside on deck more physical…

St Kitts / Uncategorized

St. Kitts. A Lush Green And Beach Island. By Train, Bike or Taxi You Must Visit a Beach

…arked swimming areas. It costs about $20 for 2 chairs under the wooden and palm tree leaf covers. It also has a beach bar serving cajun chicken and burgers. After a trip to the beach, spend some time exploring the town of Basseterre. You should pass through the duty free tax free shopping malls and into the old town. While at times is can be a bit messy, it is always vibrant and busy. Visit the famous “Circus” with its large green clock in the cen…

European Versus Mekong River Cruises. Just How Different Are They

River Cruise Tips

The Differences Between Mekong and European River Cruises

…ted various craftspeople making pottery, honey products, wood carvings and palm sugar. And similarly, in Europe, I’ve been to various farms, on home visits and factory tours where people make handicrafts. The third type of excursion is visits to historically significant places. In Europe, you’ll visit the sites of major historical events that have happened in that particular country. The same is true on the Mekong. For example, in Ho Chi Minh you’…

Tips For Travellers Podcast now available on Stitcher Radio

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Tips For Travellers Podcast now available on Stitcher Radio

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