Ring of Beara

Exploring the Ring of Beara & Mizen Head Peninsula

by Toccara & SamIrelandPosted on 0 comments

Ireland has close to 2,000 miles (3,000+ km) of coastline, varying from pristine beaches to rugged cliffs. Wherever you go, you’re never more than 70 miles from the Atlantic. To experience some of the country’s most spectacular scenery, you’ll want to hug the coast during your exploration of the Emerald Isle. While most first-time visitors …

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Vrsic Pass: A Drive Through the Julian Alps in Slovenia

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, SloveniaPosted on 8 comments

Step aside Switzerland and back off Bavaria… there’s a new region of Europe that has stolen our nature-loving hearts! A drive along the Vrsic Pass in Triglav Naitonal Park got our engine revving, our hearts racing, and provided some of the most gorgeous views around! Triglav National Park Slovenia only has one national park- Triglav, …

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Driving Through Rocky Mountain National Park

by Toccara & SamColoradoPosted on 0 comments

The Rocky Mountain National Park has a few different entrance points. We entered on Highway 34, which is known as Trail Ridge Road (“The Highway to the Sky”). Unfortunately, due to the massive snowfall in the winter, visitors can only go about 10 miles into the park (on the Granby side) before the road closes and …

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Driving the Klondike Highway: Part I (Alaska-Canada)

by Toccara & SamAlaska, Canada, Cruise Ports- Alaska, Explore The OutdoorsPosted on 12 comments

While many visitors to Skagway choose to board the White Pass & Scenic Rail, we decided to rent a car, take a similar route, and drive the Klondike Highway! AVIS Car Rental is located a 15-minute walk from the cruise dock at the intersection of Spring and 3rd in downtown Skagway. It was much cheaper for …

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