Thermal Activity at Miravalles Volcano in Costa Rica

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After the previous day’s long hike at Arenal Observatory, Bob and I decided to indulge in a leisurely drive and go a little further afield from La Fortuna to see the Miravalles Volcano in Costa Rica. Read more

Torrents of Water at Huka Falls in New Zealand

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With winds predicted between 85-95 kilometres/hour on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand, our plans for the day were dashed.  The pass was deemed too dangerous to allow access to hikers, so Bob and I resorted to our alternate plan.  We drove back to Huka Falls in Wairakei Park. Read more

A Few Surprises at Warwick Castle, England

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Having read countless novels with stories set in medieval England, a visit to Warwick Castle in the county town of Warwickshire in England intrigued us.  Owned by the Toussaud’s at the time, the Castle was populated with period actors, and demonstrations and re-enactments promised to keep us entertained. Read more

The Legendary Cape of Good Hope, South Africa

image of entrance gate to Table Mountain National Park, Cape of Good Hope, South Africa

After visiting Boulder Beach on our day’s excursion from Cape Town, South Africa, it was decided to push on to the legendary Cape of Good Hope.  Only known to me through history lessons in grade school, the Cape of Good Hope instilled a sense of wonder in me.  I could hardly wait to see it! Read more

Ocean Views from Camel’s Back Trail in Newfoundland

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L’Anse aux Meadows had immersed us in the Viking history of Newfoundland a day earlier, and now, it would be time to travel to our next destination.  First, however, a hike was in order to further appreciate the landscape and ocean views along the Camel’s Back Trail near the Town of Saint Lunaire-Griquet. Read more

Our Visit To The Roman Baths in Bath

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One cannot visit Bath, England without paying a visit to the Roman Baths that once were one of the main religious spas in the ancient world. Read more

Historic Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds

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When it came time to depart from Bath, England, it was decided that a brief tour of Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds was a must.  I was dying to see the iconic thatched cottages and hedges manicured to perfection. Read more

Canoeing Black River in Prince Edward County

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After our energetic bike ride the day before, Bob and I looked for a place to launch our canoe the following morning.  When driving through the community of Black River, glimpses of the wide, calm waterway captured our interest. Read more

Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland A Rainbow of Colours

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After our peaceful and relaxing walkabout Hamurana Springs Reserve in Rotorua, Bob and I drove south to Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland.  It is New Zealand’s most colourful and diverse geothermal area. Read more

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