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Link to stories and photos for A Week Exploring Reunion Island on ExplorationVacation.net.

A week road tripping on Reunion Island

Posted onJanuary 29, 2026June 10, 2026Leave a comment

Looking for a road trip where you can take in stunning mountain scenery, beaches, or one of the world’s most active volcanoes without driving more than an hour or two each day? The Indian Ocean Read More …

CategoriesAfrica and the Middle East, FranceTagsislands, itinerary, UNESCO World Heritage

Link to photos and story about Akaka Falls on Hawaii's Big Island on ExplorationVacation.net.

Is ‘Akaka Falls on Hawai’i’s Big Island worth visiting?

Posted onJuly 14, 2024June 11, 2026Leave a comment

‘Akaka Falls is one of several dramatic waterfalls along the northeast coast of Hawai’i’s Big Island. It’s both lovely and easy to get to. That makes it a popular stop. . . but it’s not Read More …

CategoriesBig Island, Hawaii, USATagsislands

Link to story and photos on the Royal Tahitian Hotel in Papeete, Tahiti on ExplorationVacaiton.net.

The Royal Tahitian in Papeete (Hotel Review)

Posted onMay 5, 2024June 11, 2026Leave a comment

The Royal Tahitian in Papeete, Tahiti, is one of the island’s last 1960s era resort hotels and it retains a relaxed, low-key tropical vibe. It’s an affordable option with large, comfortable rooms, lovely landscaping, and Read More …

CategoriesFrench Polynesia, OceaniaTagsislands

Link to story and photos of the Angra do Heroismo UNESCO World Heritage Site on ExplorationVacation.net.

Angra do Heroísmo World Heritage Site

Posted onApril 11, 2024June 1, 2025Leave a comment

Much of my week on the Portuguese island of Terceira was spent wandering in the historic city of Angra do Heroísmo. Although adventurous travelers will find plenty to do throughout this beautiful island in the Azores, Read More …

CategoriesAzores, Europe, PortugalTagsislands, UNESCO World Heritage

Link to story and photos on driving Tahiti's East Coast on ExplorationVacation.net.

Road trip along Tahiti’s east coast

Posted onFebruary 28, 2024June 11, 20263 Comments

If you have a day or two on Tahiti and want to do more than explore Papeete or relax at your hotel, a road trip is a good way to see the island. Explore the Read More …

CategoriesFrench Polynesia, Oceania, Pacific IslandsTagsislands

Fun and cheap things to do in Aruba

Five fun and cheap things to do in Aruba

Posted onMarch 24, 2019March 20, 2026Leave a comment

Seeking out the best cheap things to do in Aruba stretches your vacation budget without shortchanging you when it comes to fun in the sun. After all, fun doesn’t have to be expensive!

CategoriesABC islands, Aruba, CaribbeanTagsislands

Link to a story and photos about island hopping in the ABC islands of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao on ExplorationVacation.net.

My 2018 two week ABC island hopping itinerary

Posted onJune 25, 2018March 20, 2026

Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao (the ABCs of the Caribbean) offer plenty to do on, along, and under the water. However, my January 2018 two week ABC island hopping itinerary also included some of the islands’ Read More …

CategoriesABC islands, Aruba, Bonaire, Caribbean, CuracaoTagsislands

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Add Siglufjörður to your Iceland Ring Road itinerary

Posted onJune 19, 2018March 20, 20264 Comments

In the far north of Iceland, pretty little Siglufjörður (Siglufjordur) belongs on every Iceland Ring Road itinerary. I use links to improve your experience using this website. Some may be affiliate links that pay me Read More …

CategoriesEurope, IcelandTagsislands

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Enjoy the best of summer on an Åland Island holiday

Posted onJune 3, 2018March 13, 202512 Comments

Finland’s Åland Islands aren’t on most travelers’ summer holiday short-list. But if an Åland Island holiday isn’t on your list yet, maybe it’s time you discover these magical islands. (Of course, if it IS on Read More …

CategoriesAland, Europe, FinlandTagsislands

penguin with text "Little Blue Penguins Dunedin, New Zealand

An evening with New Zealand’s little blue penguins

Posted onApril 24, 2018March 20, 202611 Comments

For a unique night out in New Zealand, spend an evening watching little blue penguins come ashore on the Otago Peninsula. I use links to improve your experience using this website. Some may be affiliate Read More …

CategoriesNew Zealand, OceaniaTagsislands

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