…to note – huge cruise ships visit the island periodically. There was a big cruise ship anchored in the bay during our time in Moorea. Tours will sell out quickly on cruise days because the local tour operators hit capacity with their boats. When researching this trip, we read that it’s cheaper to book directly with the tour operator or through your hotel. However, we did not find this to be the case. The price was mostly the same, give or take a f…
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Review of Manava Beach Resort Moorea, French Polynesia
…ort destination for French Polynesia cruise ships. Because of this, when a cruise ship arrives there is high demand for Moorea tours and day trips. It’s best to book your tours and excursions prior to arrival. Related post – Snorkeling with reef sharks and rays in Moorea How to get to Manava Beach Resort You will arrive to the island by either plane or boat. Moorea Airport (Aéroport de Moorea Temae) is only 6 km from the resort. You can grab a ta…
Looking Back – 50 photos that tell our 2015 Story
…tour aboard the Jolly Breeze Tall Ship, we ate fresh lobster on a lobster cruise and walked on the ocean floor at low tide while at Hopewell Rocks. Read more from our trip to New Brunswick: Here’s what we did on our trip to New Brunswick 8 Things to do in New Brunswick with kids If there’s one place you should visit in New Brunswick, this is it! The pier and wharf in the town of Shediac. Walking on the ocean floor at low tide at the Hopewell Rock…
20 Things to do in Victoria, Canada
…ue riding south on Dallas Road towards Ogden Point (the big pier where the cruise ships dock). Continue along the waterfront road towards Beacon Hill Park. You can ride your bike around the park or continue to Ross Bay and Gonzales Beach. If bike riding is not your thing, you can also walk on the Dallas Road Waterfront Trail and visit Holland Point Park, Fonyon Beach, Finlayson Point and Spiral Beach. 6. Visit the Royal BC Museum and IMAX Located…
How to Spend 4 days in Niagara Falls with Kids
…action at Niagara Falls is the Maid of the Mist and/or the Hornblower boat cruise. The Maid of the Mist is operated exclusively from the New York side of the falls (United States) and the Hornblower is operated from the Ontario side (Canada). The boat cruise takes guests up close to the base of the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls. The boats have outdoor observation decks, so you will get wet when the boat approaches the falls. You can ta…
The perfect Ireland road trip itinerary for families
…uggest you look at when cruise ships are in town – and plan around that. A cruise ship was in port when we visited and it was very busy. Where to stay in Belfast? We stayed at The Hilton Belfast. It’s located on the banks of the Lagan River, only a two-minute walk to the city center and 15 minute drive to Belfast City Airport. It’s also only a 10 minute drive to the Titanic Museum and it’s close to the main highway that connects Belfast to Dublin….
10 Things to do in Panama City, Panama for first time visitors
…n Panama City Visitors fill the observation deck to watch this impressive cruise ship pass through the Panama Canal at the Miraflores Locks in Panama City. 3. Monkey Island Panama If you’re looking for a unique Panama experience, a trip to Monkey Island will do the trick. We joined the Monkey Island Tour from Panama City. It’s a 4 hour excursion that includes round-trip transportation with an English speaking guide. The tour includes a boat ride…
Best Things to do in Penticton this Summer
…er tubing tickets are purchased at the ticket booth pictured above. Coyote Cruises buses pick-up guests and return them to the starting point. Comfortable four-person floating tube with Coyote Cruises. Munson Mountain Trail This is an easy walking trail that can be accessed from downtown Penticton (see details here). It offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Munson Mountain was recognized in 2016 as being one of Canada’s Hi…
