If you’re fresh off “the ice” after working in Antarctica or just passing through Canterbury, a visit to some of the top restaurants in Christchurch, New Zealand is a must. From quick scrumptious bites at the Riverside Market to a romantic fine dining experience on a tram, you never have to wonder where to eat in Christchurch with this handy food guide...
If you’re in Central Japan or spending some time in Nagoya, visiting Takeshima in Gamagori should be on your list of places to see. Located in Mikawa Bay, Gamagori city and Takeshima Island (or Take Island) is the perfect day trip from Nagoya when you want to be around nature and the ocean. The picturesque island, designated as a National Treasure, feels like a...
Wondering what to eat in Japan? This list of the top 50 most popular Japanese food should help for your next visit to the Land of the Rising Sun! There are so many delicious foods to try in Japan, but it can be overwhelming if you don’t know what’s what or if the menu isn’t written in English. This Japan food guide will give you the basics of what...
Whether you’re visiting San Juan on a cruise or spending a few days in Puerto Rico, an Old San Juan walking tour should be at the top of your list of things to do! As a former cruise ship worker, San Juan was one of my favorite ports to explore week after week. One of the best decisions I ever made was taking myself on a self-guided walking tour of Viejo San...
In my adventures across all seven continents, sampling foods from different countries has become a crucial part of my travel itineraries. When it comes to tasting the best cuisine across the globe, there’s no better or easier way to try them all than at a food festival. Visiting food festivals around the world while traveling allows you to taste so much of the...
While it’s not difficult to find a list of the best beaches in the Caribbean, finding the best walking beaches in the Caribbean can be a little trickier. My time working on cruise ships and visiting over 60 countries as well as traveling to all seven continents allowed me the good fortune of sauntering across some of the most picture-perfect beaches in the...
When you’re in search of the best restaurants in Playa del Carmen, go where the locals go. I’ve been coming to Playa regularly over the last few years and most recently stayed for several months as so many of my Mexican friends to live here. During my visits, I’ve been lucky enough to have them take me to their favorite local restaurants and what...
Playa del Carmen is uniquely located on the Riviera Maya’s coast, positioning it to be a perfect hub for day trips to other cities, towns, and sightseeing destinations around the Yucatan Peninsula. Whether you want a day filled with archeological and historical exploration through Mayan ruins or a relaxing getaway to nearby islands, all of these excursions are easily...
Visiting the Coba Ruins in Mexico is a must when visiting the Riviera Maya, but finding updated visitors’ information can be difficult. Like most travel-related things, the pandemic has created some confusion about what’s open and available to be visited as countries and attractions open back up. While many places around the world are still not accepting...
I’ve been lucky enough to visit Curaçao on several of the ships I worked on throughout the years, and after countless trips to the beautiful island over the years, I’ve put together this Curaçao cruise port guide to answer the most common questions I get asked. Which terminal are we docking at? This is a common question both repeat visitors and first-time...