Disney Aulani locates on Ko Olina Resort area of Ewa Plain in the very west end Oahu. Although a secluded retreat heaven, west Oahu used to be a barren place without much business activities. In the last decade, a lot of new developments pop up around Kapolei not far from Ewa Plain, both residential and […]
This Hawaii trip is my second visit and my first has been 14 years ago fresh out from school. First time to Hawaii, I was only able to tour Oahu. As a typical backpacker, my first Hawaii trip was all around taking buses, riding bikes, eating fast food, and cramping into a studio apartment with others. […]
First time visit September 2014 on our way back from Canada Mt. Tremblant Second visit August 2020 during our New York Upstate road trip Things to Do Whiteface Mountain Whiteface Mountain is a well known ski area and hosts many ski events including Winter Olympics. We was on our way home from Canada and decided […]
Denali, a.k.a Mt. McKinley, north america highest mountain peak, is so high that apparently dwarfs others around it. Its view is especially stunning from a close look. Eielson Visitor Center is one of your top choice.
Located on the remote Kenai Peninsula, Kenai Fjords National Park is accessible mostly from sea. Wildlife in the ocean and along the shore is rich. Icefield hiking is challenging but rewarding. Don’t stay short on this stunning landscape.
Seward is a quiet small town to start your exploration on beautiful parks and mountain scenery in the area. It is a good base to visit Kenai Fjords National Park. With abundant activities to enjoy in Seward, this is a place not to be missed.
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a coastal route plied by cruise ships and other vessels. Stretching north of the town of Gustavus, the bay is flanked by high peaks, including Mount Fairweather, and glaciers like the huge Grand Pacific Glacier. The easiest way to get there is by cruise. Ferry can also take […]
Skagway, a yesteryear Gold Rush town, is today a place for travelers in search of other riches – to experience along Skagway’s charming boardwalk lined with buildings that replicate those Gold Rush days.
Juneau has been called “Alaska’s peak experience,” certainly due in part to its unparalleled glacier viewing from such places as Tracy Arm Fjord, the Juneau Icefields and Glacier Bay National Park. Kayak up one of the area’s many protected waterways, go flightseeing, tour historic downtown or try your hand at panning for gold. The majestic […]