Looking for amazing photos of Antarctica? Well, I’ve got you covered. Antarctica is a travel bucket list destination for many. The great white continent, land of ice, home to the South Pole, and the 7th and last continent for most adventurers. I visited Antarctica on a cruise with Quark Expeditions. It was such a fantastic journey that ironically I – a travel journalist and woman of many words – have struggled to find the right …
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It’s time for summer!!! These months are marked by hot temps, cool treats, and no school for the kiddos. We must plan ahead if we want everyone to have a fun and memorable summer. I like to have the kids help me to write some of these activities down on slips of paper and place them in our activity jar. To keep things fresh, on days when we’re not sure what we want to do, …
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Antarctica is utterly breathtaking, relatively untouched, and filled with opportunities for adventure. While there are many amazing ways of experiencing all this beautiful place has to offer, there is just something about floating through the Southern Ocean and having it (mostly) to yourself that feels otherworldly. As incredible an experience as it is, this is not a trip you should embark on without preparation. If kayaking in Antarctica is on your radar, keep reading to …
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For travel enthusiasts around the world, Antarctica is a bucket list destination. If you ask many of those travel enthusiasts what exactly they plan to do in Antarctica, experiencing the Polar Plunge will likely be near the top of their list. At least, this was the case for me when I visited the White Continent a couple of years ago. You may be asking yourself why on earth would you want to jump into Antarctic …
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If you’re ready to take an international family trip, one of the first steps in the planning process is to make sure that everyone in your family has a passport – that includes the smallest members as well. But the passport application process is a bit different for anyone under the age of 16. Travel is the best education. Travel has afforded me opportunities to meet interesting people and have transformative experiences. Through those experiences, …
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There’s something about Washington DC in the winter that is absolutely extraordinary. The city turns into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, life, and culture everywhere you go. You could bundle up in your favorite puffy coat and wander the streets for hours without getting bored, but just in case you prefer some direction—I’ve got your back. As a DMV transplant and lover of our nation’s capital, I’ve got plenty of recommendations for the best …