What to Expect at Glacier Bay

Glacier Bay National Park is the highlight of any Alaskan cruise lucky enough to stop there. Only accessible by boat or plane, for many of us, a cruise is one of the easiest ways to see Glacier Bay National Park. For cruises that stop in Glacier Bay, it’s a whole day that can be just…

5 Unexpected Differences in Europe

If you’re traveling to Europe, you probably are planning on there being some significant differences to the States. For example, you probably know that in the UK and Ireland, they drive on the opposite side of the road. You might also know that you’ll need an adapter to plug in your electronics – a plug…

How I Scored Last Minute Alcatraz Tickets

On my most recent trip to San Francisco, there was only one thing that my friend and I both felt we absolutely had to do: Alcatraz. I knew that it could be extremely difficult to get tickets, especially during the summer, so as soon as I firmed up our dates, I started looking. My first…

Top Five Food Experiences on the Carnival Breeze

Top 5 Food Experiences on Carnival #carnivalcruises #cruise #acrossthemaps

Cruises are one of the most popular family vacations, and with good reason. They’re all inclusive, fun and a great way to relax. This January, my family and I hit the high seas onboard the Carnival Breeze. We sailed the Eastern Caribbean route, leaving from Galveston, Texas. Although we loved the ports and the excursions…

5 Reasons to Travel Solo

5 Reasons Why You Should Travel Solo

Traveling solo sounds scary on paper. You’re alone, in a place you’re not familiar with, possibly even in a foreign country where you don’t speak the language. The first time I traveled alone, I was nervous and worried about a variety of issues – safety and loneliness come to mind – but I quickly discovered…

The Best Things I Ate in Disneyland

The Best Things I ate in Disneyland - Best Foods in Disneyland

Disneyland is full of famous “must-haves” food to try. If you search it on Pinterest, you’ll find loads of posts and pins about all the greatest foods. Many of the blogs about Disneyland I read are from locals, or people who live close enough to make the go multiple times a year. I live in…