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Downtown Condo with 180-degree Mountain Views - Ten nights Canmore is a town full of beauty and surrounded by magnificent mountains everywhere you look! The vibe is chilled and less intense than in Banff, only 20 km away. We were thrilled to have found this spectacular Airbnb with the most incredible mountain views, including the iconic Three Sisters from the balcony. The Airbnb is a spacious, cosy setup to settle and relax, take advantage of the views and enjoy home-cooked meals, especially the awesome BBQ on the balcony overlooking the mountains. You are only a short walk from the city centre and all the markets if you need to stock up on food and drinks; everything is available without requiring a vehicle. Five stars for cleanliness, and the apartment is fully equipped. No stone is left unturned, from the cookware and utensils to cleaning supplies. Jess and Ryan, your hosts, are warm and welcoming and will make sure your stay is comfortable and very responsive if you need them, but unlikely you will, as they have thought of absolutely everything. We stayed for ten nights, were very comfortable, and had a heavenly sleep in this beautiful property. We were not ready to leave. Recommend this property; you will not be disappointed. Memorable moments, celebrating Wayne's 60th Birthday (where he cooked up a storm on the BBQ) and a visit from our Samui besties to celebrate his Birthday.

Trendy Kensington Condo Steps to Everything - Five nights What a great location, perfect walking distance to downtown and all the major attractions. The area is alive with small bars, restaurants, and relaxed cafes to hang out and enjoy all that Calgary offers. This Airbnb has everything from an outside mains gas BBQ with stunning views and sunsets to a fully equipped kitchen, with everything included. The main living room has full windows that give you a sense of space and plenty of light. This is a perfect short or long-stay apartment in a very secure building with great views while being very quiet. There is also a shared rooftop, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the city views and sunsets. Kensington is the ideal location to chill out or explore. You're also very close to public transport; however, we walked everywhere in Calgary. There is secure underground parking for those that have a car. We loved all the little touches, like the incense burners and all the laundry cleaning items. Ron and Amy were a pleasure to communicate with and had a seamless check-in and out process. We spent the most beautiful time with our friends Lins and Trev, exploring their hometown with fun night-outs.

Hide & Seek Retreat Luxury Waterfront Accommodation - Two Nights Hide & Seek was the perfect weekend getaway for the whole family to spend quality time together. It was fun for all the children and adults too! We found the property relaxing, perfect layout for the 15 of us; the photos didn’t do it justice; it completely exceeded our expectations! Ideal in the winter and summer, both would have their advantages. The hosts were also fabulous, and nothing was too much to ask. Highly recommend it for a getaway for friends and family; it would also be perfect for a team offsite. A very short drive from Melbourne and a quick trip into nearby towns for any essentials you might have missed! Huge thank you to Nedra & Tony (and, of course, Zara)!

Celebrity Solstice - Two Weeks Cabin Celebrity Suite

ms Oosterdam - Two Weeks Cabin Pinnacle Suite Auckland, New Zealand • Scenic Cruising White Island • Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand • Napier, New Zealand • Wellington, New Zealand • Akaroa (Christchurch), New Zealand • Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand • Cruising Fiordland National Park • Hobart, Australia • Melbourne, Australia • Sydney, Australia

Dr. Frogs Bar & Grill - Multiple Visits Not to be missed when visiting Samui. The sensational view over Chaweng, relaxing atmosphere and service are next to none. The menu is extensive, and dishes are local and international, providing an option for everyone. We have dined at Dr Frogs numerous times over the past five years and have always had a fantastic experience, and the food was still divine.

Value for money - Expensive Security - Great People - Friendly Travel - Medium Length - One month When - July Transfers - Ubers and private cars (Tranigo) Accommodation - Airbnb and Hotel Tipping - 18% upwards, it's not cheap. Follow our travel experiences, tips on accommodation, dining and experiences exploring Canada; click here.

Celebrity Reflection - 12 Nights MIAMI, FLORIDA AT SEA AT SEA AT SEA AT SEA AT SEA AT SEA AT SEA TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS AT SEA MALAGA, SPAIN CARTAGENA, SPAIN BARCELONA, SPAIN BARCELONA, SPAIN NICE (VILLEFRANCHE), FRANCE FLORENCE/PISA(LIVORNO),ITALY ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA), ITALY Cabin Royal Suite

Argentina is country number 61 for us, and our first stop, Ushuaia, is an appealing pocket of the world. Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world and the gateway to the Tierra del Fuego National Park, one of the most beautiful spots for outdoor activities. Ushuaia is the end of the world and the gateway to Antarctica. We disembarked our three-month North to the South Pole cruise, checked into an Airbnb in Ushuaia for a week, and were blessed with the most magical views. It was a welcoming gift to be back on land and enjoy some home-cooked meals and our space. Ushuaia has a long and storied history. It was first settled by indigenous tribes over 6,000 years ago. In the 19th century, it became a bustling port town with European and British settlers, whalers, fur hunters, and missionaries. Today, the city has become a significant tourist destination, with a booming tourist industry and a thriving cultural centre. Ushuaia is known for its breathtaking views of the Beagle Channel, the Andes Mountains, and the Tierra del Fuego National Park. Visitors can take boat tours to explore the Beagle Channel, hike in the National Park, and even take a scenic train ride to the nearby glaciers. We were in our element, and it ticked all our boxes! You are surrounded by snow-capped mountains everywhere you look (although they are rapidly melting as the sunshine kissed them all week), the ocean, and beautiful coffee houses for our daily coffee; you must check out Ana & Juana , stunning Airbnbs with views we were constantly in awe of and a culinary adventure—oh, and of course the vino! It is also a haven for adventurous travellers. Ushuaia is home to close-knit national parks, has an abundance of treks so you can hike to your heart's content, has boat cruises to penguin colonies and Beagle Channel, and much more. We love this charming town at the end of the world and enjoyed resetting and recharging, maybe even having a few days off the vino! Okay, we lasted 48 hours! As the month is booked for exploring our new country by air, a new adventure awaits. This time, there will be glaciers, horse riding, mountains, lakes, wine regions, boat and helicopter trips, and, of course, the magnificent wonder of Iguazu Falls. We can't wait to share our next adventure in Latin America. For the weekend, we moved from our Airbnb on the top of the hill to a new Airbnb in the heart , making it easier to explore, enjoy being local, and visit a salon to brighten the hair! The location was perfect. You were in the city's heart, and everything was a hop and a skip away. The views were everywhere. You were enveloped by majestic mountains, two outside balconies perched above the streets, and a little oasis. We kept ourselves busy by getting some steps on; after three months on a ship with a few half-day stops a week, it is refreshing to get out and be more active again. The main shopping street is spotlessly clean, with boutique shops selling various goods and dining establishments. The souvenir stores all have some class, not the tacky ones that line the streets of typical tourist towns. On Friday evening, we booked into a fine-dining restaurant, Karma , which a fellow passenger recommended. Unfortunately, it didn't quite deliver and was very overpriced. $40AUD for eight pieces of tortellini was uncalled for, and the meat dish was mediocre. Still, the wine was delicious, so points for introducing us to the pearls of Argentinean Malbec. We followed this with a visit to the local Ginoteria 'Jeremy Buttons' . We propped ourselves at the bar and enjoyed the staff's energy and impressive selection of gins and high-quality cocktails. Saturday lunch was the highlight: the Patagonian lamb Casimiro Biguá Parrilla & Asador Ushuaia . They slow-baked salted lamb over a wood fire in a room just off the restaurant. We were in our happy place, and we were offered to take some pictures as we were leaving to get up close and personal; as most know, we love our lamb! Sunday was quiet in town. Everyone had a well-deserved rest, so most shops and restaurants were closed. Still, we found a beautiful restaurant, Augusto Ushuaia, serving Pisco Sours (the best!) and a snack. Before our adventure around Argentina begins, we have three weeks to explore the places not to be missed, and our first flight is to El Calafate, home to Glaciers and the Andes! We can't wait to share our new adventures with you all soon. (It has been a jampacked few months of travel - and we are busy trying to catch up).

We couldn't visit Canmore and the Canadian Rockies without seeing Banff, so we booked the 'Explore Banff' sightseeing tour with Pursuit Banff Jasper Collection, which turned out to be an excellent day trip. With car hire being so expensive in the region at $500+ a day, we opted for a tour that included transfers to make life easier; we were picked up and delivered back to Canmore, where we were staying in our magical Airbnb. An early start to the day, where we were to meet at a local hotel to wait for our transfer at 7.30 am; fortunately, it was only an 8-minute walk from our accommodation. First up was a quick stop to take in the gorgeous Bow Falls, where we popped off the bus and had 20 minutes to enjoy the falls, being up close and personal with them, and for picture opportunities. There was also a telephone booth where a bear had left his mark, with huge claw prints on display. Bow Falls was followed by a gondola flight to the top of Sulphur Mountain summit; the views were something else! You have 360-degree views over the Banff region and a birds-eye view over six Canadian Rockies mountain ranges; they are endless. The journey was less than 10 mins to the top where you could find some cosy, quiet spots for breathtaking pics and to avoid the crowds. We were fortunate to be there at 9 am, so crowds were limited. As we left one hour later, the queues were filling up quickly! Tip: If you need your coffee fix, be sure to do this at the cafe on top of the mountain, you will be disappointed in the Starbucks; the coffee was hardly worthy of a trash can. Note to self, stick by my principles and avoid supporting such coffee brands in the future! After spending one hour soaking up the heavenly views, we were back down to Banff to take in a few sites, including the Cascade of Time Garden, which is also the home of the Parks Canada Administration. This historical building is perched up at the top of Banff, overlooking the township and surrounding mountainscapes. It is a postcard view over Banff. Before boarding the bus, we were all treated to a coffee/tea and biscuit from the company. We then stopped at The Elk + Avenue Hotel for a quick lunch, it was buffet style and hosted in the conference room, very uninviting, and beverages were an additional cost; water was available only. The food was average, with a basic salad with a meat patty. The room was windowless at the back of the hotel; we did stay in this hotel when we arrived in Banff for one night and were also treated with views from our room of the air conditioners on the rooftop, which is not the view you are hoping for in Banff at AUD$500 per night. After about 35 minutes, we were transported off to Lake Minnewanka, about a 30-minute drive from Banff. The largest glacier lake in the region for a relaxing panoramic 1-hour interpretive cruise. More breathtaking mountains and emerald-green water, surrounded by forested slopes and rocky shorelines with waterfalls. Fun fact: The group of Pando trees (also known as the trembling giant or trembling aspen) on the lake are one living organism; they are believed to have one massive underground root system. Therefore they support each other, and if one feels down, they all chip in to help stay healthy. Part of the tree bark is also known to have natural SPF and pain relief qualities. We were keeping a watchful eye out for wildlife all day; unfortunately, no bears, but we did score some elks and a long-horned mountain goat! Following the cruise, we were back on the bus and delivered back to our home destinations. The buses throughout the day were very modern, clean and comfortable. Our bus driver and tour guides, Andrew and Muireann, were a pleasure to spend the day with and very informative in helping us enjoy the beauty of Banff.