Lerwick is Shetland’s only town, with a population of about 7,500 – although about half of the islands’ 22,000 people live within 10 miles of the burgh. This post may contain affiliate links which means if you click and buy that I may make a commission, at no cost to you. Please see my disclosure policy forContinueContinue reading “Exploring Lerwick: A Journey Through Shetland’s History”
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Reykjavik, Iceland: Day Two
Today we decided to explore Reykjavik on foot. We took the bus from the ship, since we wanted to save our feet for the town! The tourist information center at Aðalstræti 2 is a good starting point. Aðalstræti is the oldest street in Reykjavík, and the point from which all street numbers begin: the higher the number, the farther fromContinueContinue reading “Reykjavik, Iceland: Day Two”
Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland…a whole country to explore and only two days. Day 1…. We rented a car and set out to explore for as long as we could. We wanted to make it to the famous waterfall Gullfoss, but got sidetracked at Þingvellir National Park. So glad we did! Little did we know, Þingvellir is a site of historical,ContinueContinue reading “Reykjavik, Iceland”
Torshavn, Faroe Islands
After a lovely, relaxing day at sea, we arrived in Torshavn, Faroe Island. Disembarkation was scheduled for 10am, but due to bad weather, we were delayed for a short time. Once we received the all clear, we boarded a tender and made the short trip to the island. The Faroe Islands is an archipelago and autonomous country within the Kingdom ofContinueContinue reading “Torshavn, Faroe Islands”
Exploring Ketchikan: Top Activities for Your Alaska Trip
Ketchikan is known as the rainfall capital of the United States, so be prepared. That being said….in the 10+ visits we’ve been there….we’ve only had rain ONCE! We’ve gotten far more rain in Juneau and Skagway…lol! Ketchikan offers a variety of activities, from experiencing Alaskan Native culture to exploring the stunning natural landscape. Some popular optionsContinueContinue reading “Exploring Ketchikan: Top Activities for Your Alaska Trip”
Packing for Alaska…What To Bring
Alaska cruise season is quickly approaching. Many people are wondering “WHAT DO I PACK!”. After cruising to Alaska for over 10 years, I think I may have figured this out. This post contains affiliate links, if you click and buy a product, I may make a commission, at no cost to you. Please see my disclosure policy for details. First offContinueContinue reading “Packing for Alaska…What To Bring”
Best bakery in St. Petersburg, Russia
Walking along Nevsky Prospect, we discovered a wonderful bakery, Konditerskaya Sever. The first written mention of the Bakery on Nevsky 44 is found in the yearbook “All Petersburg” for 1903. It was called “A. Andreev ” and belonged to the first guild merchant Fedor Krymzenkovu. It quickly became very popular with the people of St. Petersburg, and daily linesContinueContinue reading “Best bakery in St. Petersburg, Russia”
St. Petersburg….Peterhof
Our guide took us to a restaurant just down the street from Catherine’s Palace for lunch. We choose traditional foods…borscht, blini, and meat. We also shared a bottle of Baltika beer, which is from the second largest brewery in Russia. It is located in St. Petersburg. Our driver met us after lunch and we continued on toContinueContinue reading “St. Petersburg….Peterhof”
St. Petersburg, Russia – City and Catherines Palace
During our Baltic cruise in the summer of 2016, our ship was in port overnight in St. Petersburg. We planned an extensive two day visit. Prior to leaving home, we booked a private tour with https://www.insider-tour.com for less than the cruise line offered. We were also able to have our own transportation, driver and guide. We sawContinueContinue reading “St. Petersburg, Russia – City and Catherines Palace”
Explore Skagway: A Cruise Passengers’ Guide
A popular cruise port, Skagway has a fascinating history. Cruisers who stop in Skagway will find a town brimming with gold rush history, unique culture, and amazing opportunities for enjoying the state’s renowned natural beauty. Skagway is the northernmost point in Alaska’s Inside Passage, at the far end of Lynn Canal. Once the boomtown gateway to the TrailContinueContinue reading “Explore Skagway: A Cruise Passengers’ Guide”