The Iceberg and Father Troy
Icebergs. They sink ships, provide refuge for seals and polar bears, and they are something most people never see. We did not want to be most people. After arriving at the port in Argentia, we drove north and we checked … Continue reading The Iceberg and Father Troy
Middlehead and the Ferry to Newfoundland
Driving to the north side of the island of Breton you have to drive through the provincial park. While that is all fine and good, Canada is celebrating a huge milestone (150 years!) next year and all their parks are … Continue reading Middlehead and the Ferry to Newfoundland
The Skyline Trail
Skyline. The word evokes beautiful cityscape views with colorful lights dancing on calm waters. The Skyline Trail has beautiful views but no lights or tall buildings, but the views over the Gulf of St. Lawrence were beautiful. Our … Continue reading The Skyline Trail
Dingwall and Cape Breton Island
I think I have died and gone to heaven We drove another long day to get to our destination, Cape Breton. Little did we know that Cape Breton was largely populated by Scots. Oh my. The drive here was along … Continue reading Dingwall and Cape Breton Island
Moncton, New Brunswick
The planet is full of strange and wonderful things that are explainable, but still hard to believe. We found a place like this in Moncton. Leaving Quebec City to our next destination, we saw a sign for a covered bridge. … Continue reading Moncton, New Brunswick
Quebec City, Canada
If you like old world charm, cobblestone streets, tall imposing buildings and a view over a river, then QC is for you. It is a great place where they have preserved the old city as it was with lovely buildings from so many years … Continue reading Quebec City, Canada
Moorea
While relaxing at the pool in Tahiti, we enjoyed views of Moorea across the lagoon. It was a mysterious looking island with clouds dancing around its eight jagged peaks during the day and dramatic sunsets at night. We could … Continue reading Moorea
Bora Bora
Bora Bora. The name evokes an image of blue waters, white sand beaches and huts on stilts with great views. The island has that and so much more. The island is the most populated one we have been on … Continue reading Bora Bora
Huahine, Pearls and Eels
Pearls. Just the name evokes a feeling of creaminess and perfection in a timeless classic. Once was a time where a good set of pearls would get you through the day from casual to dress, looking elegant all the while, … Continue reading Huahine, Pearls and Eels
Taha’a and Ra’iatea
Coral. According to the dictionary, it is “a hard stony substance secreted by certain marine coelenterates as an external skeleton, typically forming large reefs in warm seas.” Honestly, that just does not sound like something I really want to … Continue reading Taha’a and Ra’iatea
