Today’s FriFotos theme is flags. I am anxious to see flags from around the world waving proudly. Here are the flags I have to share for this edition of FriFotos Flags: The Royal Standard is flown when the Queen of England is in residence. Flags from around the world in Mexico- and the I [...]
Alaska Made Easy with Holland America When planning an Alaska cruise there is a lot to consider but Alaska is made easy with Holland America. 2012 Holland America Alaska cruises are available for booking now. YES, you read that right, 2012! Here is a list of where they’re cruising in the 2012 Alaska season: · [...]
Glaciers and icefields look like rivers. Very simply put, these rivers of ice and sediment are formed by gravity and the pressure of snow accumulations. This photo is an example of what these solid rivers of ice look like in Kluane National Park.
Yesterday's Photo of the Day inspired me to share with you this week more detailed photos of the UNESCO World Heritage glaciers and icefields of Kluane National Park in the Yukon. This non polar icefield is largest in the world yet it is ever changing and melting.
We had so many incredible experiences in Alaska and the Yukon on our Holland America cruisetour. One of the many highlights of our trip was flightseeing over Kluane National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Yukon. Flightseeing is one of the more expensive sightseeing options but one not to be missed, it is well worth every penny! [...]
