7 Great Islands for Culture and Natural Beauty

The world offers a wealth of great islands. This diverse list for 2023 covers a wide variety of destinations that are great for experiencing culture and nature. It’s hard to find better countries for fantastic cuisine compared to Greece, Italy, Japan and Malaysia. Australia, which has been influenced by these nations to varying degrees, has some of the world’s finest markets and a diverse culinary scene. From the shores of East Africa to Southeast Alaska, a wonderland of culture, wildlife and tranquil resorts ideal for adventurous couples getaways await visitors.

The Venetian Fortress and Bridge in Andros Chora, with a clear blue sky

Great Rainforest Hikes Around the World

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:04 pmClimb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop away from you like the leaves of Autumn. – John…

20 Years of Couples Travel and Life Abroad

Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:59 pm20 years ago we met in a hostel in Brugge, Belgium. We were both backpacking solo after college and our paths randomly crossed. I was traveling from the USA and Bell was touring the continent from Australia. We were both heading to Amsterdam with a single overlapping…

World’s Most Romantic Destinations to Visit

Last updated on February 18th, 2023 at 12:52 pmThe world offers a wealth of romantic destinations. A gondola ride in Venice is a romantic way for couples to experience a floating city that doesn’t appear to have changed much in 600 years. Beautiful beaches from Florida to Australia offer stunning outdoor playgrounds and breathtaking backdrops…

Amsterdam canal with bikes on a bridge and a blue sky

What to Expect on an Alaska Fjords and Glaciers Cruise with UnCruise

Last updated on February 21st, 2023 at 11:25 pmDramatic fjords and glaciers await visitors in Southeast Alaska. This is the stage for some of the most gorgeous scenery on Earth. We recently embarked on a 7-day small ship UnCruise adventure cruise to explore Alaska’s unspoiled wilderness firsthand. Southeast Alaska is a wonderland to experience through…

Part of the glacier falling into the sea and creating a large splash