Rob Taylor's Blog, page 9

UnCruise Adventures: What to Expect and Why It’s Unique

I first heard of UnCruise in 2016 and have wanted to do a sailing ever since. Well, we finally have gotten to have an UnCruise adventure and it was truly remarkable. It was unlike any sort of travel we’ve done before and I’m going to break down what made it special for us and why it’s worth it for others. UnCruise Adventures is truly unique and when you put together the destinations with the level of service, food and activities, it all makes sense.

As I dig into our UnCruise experience and ...

Staying at the King Kamehameha Beach Resort in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii

The King Kamehameha Beach Resort in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii is the most centrally located, epically placed hotel on the Kona Coast. We’ve been to the Big Island many times and have stayed all around, but the King Kamehameha Courtyard Marriott has been one of my favorite hotels. We’ve got the full scoop on what to expect when you stay here, highlights of what make it a cool resort and tips for how to enjoy your time on the Kona Coast. And yes the Kamehameha Beach Resort, King Kam...

Ireland with Kids: One of the Easiest European Destinations to Visit

Ireland is a popular destination for Americans to visit when they’re tracing their roots, but it’s also just a fun and beautiful place to visit with kids! As we dig into what makes Ireland a great place to plan a European adventure with family, you’ll see that in general many of the day to day experiences in Ireland are family friendly and great to incorporate children into. Travel in the UK and Ireland is particularly easy coming from the USA, so give a listen a see if it’s a fit for you!

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Hawaii Island Hopping: How to Do it and Best Multi-Island Plans

I love talking about Hawaii because it’s such a different place from the mainland USA, and island hopping is a great way to see the islands. Having spent so much time on the different Hawaiian Islands I’m excited to share how we do island hopping, and provide some of our best tips for planning an amazing trip to Hawaii. Whether you want to learn about Hawaiian culture or see science up close, let us help you plan something epic.

Hawaii island hopping is a good way to have a variety of experi...

Guided Kayaking on Tarpon Bay at Sanibel Island, Florida

When people ask about paddling spots, particularly when they’re looking for cool kayaking trails, we often point them to mellow rivers or interesting lakeshores. On Florida’s Gulf Coast at Sanibel Island, you’ll find one of the best places to kayak in South Florida. Kayaking Tarpon Bay and the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge is a must.

We went out with kayak guides, Tarpon Bay Explorers, and also got to paddle on our own, have explored a fair amount. This sheltered part of the Gulf Coa...

Clear Kayaking on the Florida Gulf Coast: 5 Best Tours for Unique Paddling and Wildlife

Clear kayaking on the Florida Gulf Coast is becoming more and more popular, and now there are several places to do clear kayaks from Naples up to the start of the Panhandle. We’ve done it for bioluminescent kayaking at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge also, and each experience is unique with surprises with each paddle. The transparent kayak helps paddlers see the wildlife that exists below the surface and observe the underwater world in a totally different way.

We’ve picked our t...

Experiencing New York City with a Pre-teen: Tips and Itinerary for a Fun NYC Trip

I go to New York City every year and usually visit alone, but I’m NEVER doing that again. Doing NYC with a pre-teen is actually one of the most fun travel experiences I’ve had. We both really enjoyed our time together and enjoyed the city. For me, this was a brand new take on a place that I typically do not enjoy visiting. New York City with a pre-teen is fun, interesting and it’s a fresh view of one of the most famous tourist cities in the world.

Below you’ll find our podcast episode where ...

Maine Glamping: Cool Cabins, Yurts and More (including Acadia National Park ideas)

Not all of us love the great outdoors, and not all of us love sleeping in it. Glamourous Camping, aka Glamping, has become a trend over the last few years for those who want to get in touch with their internal nature lover but also want a little more luxury than a sleeping bag and tent. We have camped all over the country and stayed in everything from tents to Campervans. One of the places with the most options when it comes to camping or glamping is Maine. It’s the perfect place for an adventu...

Pride in Hawaii: LGBTQ Travel and the Aloha Spirit on the Big Island

We get to visit Hawaii more often than most, and for that we’re really grateful. Visiting Hawaii as an LGBTQ family has always been a very welcoming experience. Whether we’re exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with the kids or having beach time on Kauai, we have always felt welcome. We haven’t gotten to visit for Pride either in Honolulu or Kona, but our friend Joey has.

Give a read and see how Joey explored the Big Island of Hawaii since he travels without kids, and see how it’s diffe...

The Farnsworth Museum in Rockland: Wyeth and Beautiful Art in Midcoast Maine

We visit art museums whenever we can, and the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland is a favorite of ours. It’s an easy spot to visit, appreciate a whole lot of Maine art. The Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland, Maine has an extensive collection of American art, with a focus on Maine artists and their contributions to Americana. If we’re visiting Maine in winter, we make sure to stop in to warm up and get a little culture.

We’ve got tips for visiting the Farnsworth, a little about our favorite featur...