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Link to a story and photos on seeing the best of Iceland in a week on ExplorationVacation.net.

A week in Iceland: An itinerary for the Ring Road and more

Posted onAugust 27, 2018May 29, 20264 Comments

In summer, a week is enough to create an unforgettable Iceland itinerary that offers amazing sightseeing on a road trip along the Ring Road, a quick swing through the Golden Circle, and a taste of Read More …

CategoriesEurope, IcelandTagsitinerary

Link to a story and photos, "Leave Prague to discover charming Czech towns and villages," on ExplorationVacation.net.

Discover the Czech Republic beyond Prague

Posted onAugust 21, 2018March 20, 202610 Comments

Visitors to the Czech Republic (Czechia) won’t want to skip Prague, but a Czech road trip is an ideal way to discover the delights of Czech towns and villages beyond Prague. I use links to Read More …

CategoriesCzech Republic (Czechia), Europe

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Normandale Japanese Garden: A serene oasis in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Posted onAugust 5, 2018January 30, 20244 Comments

Just south of Minneapolis, a serene Japanese garden is nearly hidden alongside Normandale Community College. Here, students and the public can find an oasis of calm in the Normandale Japanese Garden.

CategoriesMinneapolis / Saint Paul Twin Cities Metro Area, Minnesota, USATagsgardens

Link to a story and photos about Minnesota's Lost 40 old-growth pine forest on ExplorationVacation.net.

The pines that got away: Minnesota’s Lost Forty

Posted onJuly 22, 2018March 20, 20264 Comments

Minnesota’s Lost Forty gives visitors a rare opportunity to explore the northern Minnesota pine forest as it existed before loggers sent 98% of it to sawmills.   I use links to improve your experience using Read More …

CategoriesMinnesota, USATagsMinnesota state parks

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Book review: A great guide to 25 awesome scenic side trips in Arizona and New Mexico

Posted onJuly 8, 2018March 20, 2026

Roadtrip America Arizona and New Mexico: 25 Scenic Side Trips by Rick Quinn doesn’t just take road trippers on a few pleasant scenic drives, it takes them on full-scale adventures through some of the Southwest’s Read More …

CategoriesArizona, New Mexico, USATagsdesert southwest

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

Sousapalooza at the Minnesota State Capitol during Make Music Twin Cities 2017 - ExplorationVacation #makemusic #MyStPaul #Minnesota #USA

Make music on June 21

Posted onMay 21, 2018March 20, 20262 Comments

Make Music Day is a world-wide event open to anyone who wants to join in and music on June 21. Join in the fun and make music on June 21 Held annually on the June Read More …

CategoriesMinneapolis / Saint Paul Twin Cities Metro Area, Minnesota, USA

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Discover carnivorous plants and more in Minnesota’s Big Bog

Posted onMay 9, 2018March 20, 20264 Comments

Minnesota’s Big Bog State Recreation Area is best known for the mile-long boardwalk that takes visitors into the odd world of the largest peat bog in the lower 48 states.  Expect to see carnivorous plants, Read More …

CategoriesMinnesota, USATagsMinnesota state parks

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Are you familiar with Rakuten, the online shopping app that gives you cash back when you make a purchase? Did you know you can use Rakuten to book travel? Well, you can! Read More ...

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