Author Archives: Karen Soltis

Why Cruise Alaska with Hurtigruten Expeditions?

Alaska is in many ways “The Last Frontier” in the US.  Its vast, uninhabited forestlands, wild rivers, and immense glacier fields are the epitome of nature’s grandeur.  Hurtigruten Expeditions allow you to experience these wonders in the most eco-friendly way possible.  Their “small ships” with a passenger capacity of approximately 500 guests, utilize hybrid technology […]

Why Should I Travel to Iceland?

Iceland is known as “The Land of Fire and Ice” –”fire” because of the active volcanoes on the island, and “ice” because….well, because it’s Iceland!  The otherworldly beauty of this place is hard to describe — you have to see it for yourself. You have several options for touring in Iceland — you can take […]