Aranui 5: the world’s most unusual cruise ship sailing the world’s most exotic itineraries
I stood on the deck of Aranui 5 just after sunrise with a small group of fellow travelers who had risen early to watch our French captain, Christophe Dupuy, perform something he called “la grande manoeuvre.” He was sailing the ship into an extremely narrow channel and then doing a 180-degree turn before mooring. The seas were rough and the walls of the channel were steep and rocky. One false move and there would be trouble. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Aranui…
Ephesus Tour – Walking in the Footsteps of Paul
It's not everyday that you can step back in time. Ephesus was one of the most important cities in ancient Rome. Visiting its ruins is a chance to see the remains of its great library, explore the Terrace houses and stand in the same theatre where the Apostle Paul preached to the Ephesians.
Alaska Adventure – Taking the Public Transit Bus to Mendenhall Glacier
There’s an easy way to do things and a hard way. When it comes to visiting Juneau’s Mendenhall Glacier on an Alaska cruise, the easiest option is to take the shore excursion offered by the ship. But where’s the fun in that? For those of us who like to explore on our own and save money, there are other options worth considering. On a recent visit to Juneau, my husband and I decided to go with the least costly option – taking the public bus to Mendenhall Glacier. It turned out to be a great adventure.
