Murmansk: Lenin Ice Breaker and City Tour

@littlemisshappyfeet: Alyosha Statue

We were picked up by Mr. Oleg himself on 10.30 a.m. Mr. Yaroslav was our guide of the day, explaining every single details perfectly in English, making the day tour an enjoyable and informative one.

Murmansk: Teriberka day trip

The Teriberka Sign. 

Mr. Alek and Alexei came to pick us up with their jeeps on 9 a.m. It was a 2 hours joy ride out of the city of Murmansk. Along the way, we stopped by a frozen lake, some interesting monuments put together by teenagers of the region and managed to catch an awe-inspiring sunrise from higher ground.

Russia: 10 reason why Murmansk is the perfect Winter Getaway

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Daydreaming about Aurora Borealis hunting, Reindeer encounter and miles of winter wonderland, but couldn't afford an expensive trip to Scandinavia?
Introducing "Murmansk", a lesser known destination to do everything mentioned above with a MUCH cheaper price. English tours are available (Bonus if you speak Russian.)

Russia: Stoyn (Human Head Ice cream)

photo source: Stoyn facebook

Russia is a country with a strong reputation, strong personality, unique and mysterious in some way. In Russia, you do not have ice cream, Ice cream has you!

photo source: Stoyn facebook

MY FAVORITE MOMENTS IN USA (Part 2)

31. The first time camping in Bryce Canyon and I nearly died (freezing cold).

MY FAVORITE MOMENTS IN USA (Part 1)

This was my first big trip, stepping out of my comfort zone. I reached New York with just a bag pack and a sleeping bag and everything else was history.
This is the list of my favorite/ Unforgettable moments in the USA.

Zion National Park: 15 Reasons you should bring all your best photography gears

Not too far from Vegas, the Zion National Park is the perfect day trip for a photography bonanza! I'll let pictures do the talking.

1. Observation point

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Bryce Canyon: Best Viewpoint? There are no "best".

Too often when people ask me about National parks, they'll start with this "Where to take the best photos?" and my answer is always "see your time ngam or not loh."
Really! It is all about getting to the right place at the right time, or even, more interestingly, getting to the wrong place at the right time! You are looking for interesting perspectives? Make the visitor center your first stop to ask about various scenic hiking trails and activities.

Bryce Point

Come here for : Full amphitheater view

Monument Valley: 9 Famous Spots to Visit

1. "Mile 13" 

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"Mile 13" where Forrest Gump ended his cross-country run .
** For those who haven't watch the Inspirational movie "Forrest Gump", I urge everyone of you to watch it.

Plan a Pacific Coastal trip with Amtrak: Tips and Reviews

It is important that you know your preference. What do you want to see? Do you want to see more of Northern California and preferably includes Washington? Or do you want use Amtrak only for southern California and drive the rest of the route?

courtesy of Amtrak