• Christ Church Cathedral View, early morning in Dublin, Ireland
    Ireland,  Travel

    First Time Solo Trip to Dublin, Ireland (Part 1)

    When we travel to a new city, we love exploring it on foot wherever possible. Wouldn’t you agree that this is the best way to learn a city? This trip was no different, except for the fact that my husband was unable to join, so I was traveling solo, first time in Dublin. In any case, my first day in Dublin started in the morning with a self-guided walking tour. I had one distinct destination in mind, one place that I couldn’t wait to visit. What could it be? The Old Library at Trinity College and the Book of Kells, of course!😊 The River Liffey After a quick breakfast at…

  • Snorkeling with a Turtle in Kauai, Hawaii
    Hawaii,  Travel,  USA

    Kauai — The Garden Isle of Hawaii (P.2)

    Aloha, friends! As you know, we love Hawaii, and the Island of Kauai has a very special place in our hearts. So, after enjoying a spectacular sunset at Polihale beach in the foothills of Na Pali Coast in Part 1 of this article, our journey continues north and around the other side of the Island. Starting at Na Pali, we’ll travel to Princeville, then explore The Royal Coconut Coast down the eastern side of Kauai, and come back to the Poipu area in the south. Hopefully, this post will inspire you to visit Kauai for the first time, or come back to Kauai again! Na Pali Coast The magnificent Na…