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- [Cairns Itinerary: How to See the Great Barrier Reef & Rainforests](https://www.lathamani.com/cairns-itinerary-how-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef-rainforests-in-4-days/) - Cairns is a laid-back tropical city in Far North Queensland, best known as the gateway to two of Australia’s most iconic natural wonders—the Great Barrier Reef and ancient rainforests. We spent 4 days in Cairns, which felt like the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. While it’s possible to pack in more activities, 4 days
- [The Ultimate Melbourne Travel Guide: A Perfect 4-Day Itinerary](https://www.lathamani.com/melbourne-travel-guide-wildlife-scenic-drives-city-life-in-4-relaxed-days/) - Melbourne (MEL), the capital of Victoria, is one of Australia’s most dynamic cities. It’s known for its cultural diversity, coffee scene, sports legacy, and creative spirit but what truly sets Melbourne apart is how effortlessly urban life blends with nature and wildlife. Within a short drive from the city, you can find rainforests, historic steam
- [How to Spend 4 Days in Sydney: Blue Mountains, Bondi Beach & Top Attractions](https://www.lathamani.com/sydney-in-4-days-blue-mountains-bondi-beach-iconic-harbor-sights/) - Sydney was our final stop in our two-week Australian adventure, and it felt like the perfect place to slow down while still soaking in iconic sights. We spent 4 days in Sydney, focusing primarily on Sydney-specific attractions rather than packing in day trips from every direction. With its stunning harbor, golden beaches, coastal walks, wildlife
- [Barcelona to Lisbon in 10 Days: Ultimate Spain & Portugal Itinerary](https://www.lathamani.com/spainandportugal/) - Two countries, ten days, a thousand memories. This Spain and Portugal itinerary is your perfect blend of art, history, flavor, and coastlines. Whether you're a first-time visitor or looking for a compact travel guide, this plan offers the best highlights of both countries with smart transport, budget tips, and hidden gems. Why Combine Spain and
- [Lisbon & Sintra: A 3-Night Cultural Escape Full of Charm and History](https://www.lathamani.com/lisbon/) - Explore the best of Lisbon and Sintra in just 3 nights! From scenic tram rides in Alfama to magical palaces in Sintra, this travel guide covers everything you need—including how to get around, what to eat, and key tips to make your Portugal trip unforgettable. ✈️ Getting to Lisbon from Seville For our journey from
- [Why Seville Will Steal Your Heart – Architecture, Gardens & Flamenco](https://www.lathamani.com/seville/) - If there’s a place that effortlessly brings together history, romance, Moorish architecture, and modern ease of travel — it’s Seville. From the moment we stepped out of the train station, Seville had a rhythm that felt both grand and intimate. We were lucky to visit in May, when the streets were lined with vibrant purple
- [Barcelona Travel Guide: Art, Rooftops & the Soul of Catalonia](https://www.lathamani.com/barcelona/) - Welcome to the first stop of our Spain-Portugal itinerary — Barcelona! With its dreamy mix of modernist architecture, Mediterranean coastlines, vibrant tapas bars, and Gothic alleys, this city is a feast for the senses. Here's how we spent two amazing days soaking in the best of Barcelona. Day 1 – Castles, Cable Cars & Gothic
- [Madrid - Art, Green Escapes and Flavors of the City](https://www.lathamani.com/madrid/) - Getting There: A Swift and Scenic Ride We left Barcelona bright and early, boarding a high-speed iryo train from Sants Station to Madrid. The journey was incredibly smooth, comfortable, and punctual — an experience that made us wish all train travel could be like this. If you’re debating between bus, flight, or train to connect
- [Exploring Manuel Antonio: A Journey from Arenal to Quepos](https://www.lathamani.com/exploring-manuel-antonio-a-journey-from-arenal-to-quepos/) - Manuel Antonio is a tropical gem that offers an unforgettable blend of lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and vibrant wildlife. Our adventure began with a scenic drive from Arenal to Quepos. While flights are available for this route, we chose to travel by car to soak in the picturesque landscapes, including several breathtaking viewpoints and a
- [Arenal, Costa Rica: A Journey into Nature’s Paradise](https://www.lathamani.com/arenal-costa-rica-a-journey-into-natures-paradise/) - Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica, Arenal is a magical destination that captivates with its lush rainforests, breathtaking landscapes, and abundant wildlife. Visiting this wonderland in January, the driest season, I experienced short bursts of rainfall throughout the day, which only added to the charm without hindering any adventures. Getting to Arenal The journey
- [Exploring Costa Rica: A 7-Day Adventure](https://www.lathamani.com/exploring-costa-rica-a-7-day-adventure/) - When I first set foot in Costa Rica, it felt like stepping into a postcard. This lush paradise in Central America is more than just a destination—it’s an experience. Whether you’re chasing adventure, seeking relaxation, or marveling at nature’s beauty, Costa Rica offers something magical for everyone. From its majestic volcanoes to its pristine beaches,
- [London Unveiled: A Memorable 3-Day Journey](https://www.lathamani.com/london/) - A Glimpse of LondonA city steeped in history, culture, and modernity, welcomed me and my family for an unforgettable 3-day sojourn. This bustling metropolis has something for everyone, from its iconic landmarks to enchanting attractions, and efficient transport options. Join me as I recount my exploration of this vibrant city. Central London Attractions: A Tapestry
- [Exploring the Enchanting Edinburgh: A Two-Day Adventure](https://www.lathamani.com/edinburgh/) - Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is a captivating blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. During my recent two-day visit, I was spellbound by the city's charm, from its iconic castle perched on an ancient volcano to its bustling streets filled with shops offering treasures like cashmere stoles and shawls. Join me as I
- [Discovering the Best of Oahu Island: A Three-Day Itinerary](https://www.lathamani.com/discovering-the-best-of-oahu-island-a-three-day-itinerary/) - Oahu Island: A Must-Visit Destination for Every Travel Enthusiast If you're a travel enthusiast, visiting Oahu Island should be on your bucket list. Oahu Island is the third-largest island in Hawaii, located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, and is home to more than 950,000 people. The island is known for its breathtaking beaches,
- [Experience the Magic of Jurassic Park in Real Life: A Tour of Kualoa Ranch](https://www.lathamani.com/experience-the-magic-of-jurassic-park-in-real-life-a-tour-of-kualoa-ranch/) - Kualoa Ranch is one of the most beautiful and diverse destinations on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The ranch spans over 4,000 acres of lush valleys, ancient Hawaiian fishponds, and majestic mountains that are home to a variety of flora and fauna. This breathtaking location is not only known for its natural beauty but also
- [Waimea Canyon - A Natural wonder in Kauai](https://www.lathamani.com/waimea-canyon-a-natural-wonder-in-kauai/) - Nestled in the heart of Kauai, Waimea Canyon is a natural wonder that should not be missed. Known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific," this magnificent landscape is a stunning sight to behold. With its colorful, steep cliffs and vast views of the Pacific Ocean, Waimea Canyon is truly a sight to behold. In
- [The Sky's the Limit: Why Seeing Kauai by Air is a Must-Do Experience](https://www.lathamani.com/the-skys-the-limit-why-seeing-kauai-by-air-is-a-must-do-experience/) - Kauai, also known as the Garden Isle, is one of the most beautiful and remote islands in the Hawaiian archipelago. Located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Kauai is famous for its stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, and lush tropical forests. One of the best ways to experience the island's beauty is by taking a
- [Jaipur - The Pink City](https://www.lathamani.com/jaipur-the-pink-city/) - Jaipur, also known as the "Pink City," is a must-see destination in Rajasthan, India. Known for its rich history and stunning architecture, Jaipur offers a unique blend of traditional and modern culture. Jaipur is a vibrant city that offers a rich cultural experience. From the stunning Amber Fort to the colorful bazaars and delicious local
- [Majestic Taj Mahal](https://www.lathamani.com/majestic-taj-mahal/) - The Taj Mahal, located in Agra, India, is a breathtakingly beautiful mausoleum that is sure to leave a lasting impression on any traveler. The white marble structure, built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tribute to his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of
- [Chokhi Dhani Ethnic Village](https://www.lathamani.com/chokhi-dhani-ethnic-village/) - Chokhi Dhani Ethnic Village Resort in Jaipur is a unique and authentic Rajasthani village experience that offers visitors a glimpse into the traditional culture and way of life of the region. The resort is located on the outskirts of Jaipur and is spread over an area of 10 acres. It is designed to resemble a
- [A Journey Through Hawaii's Enchanting Garden Isle](https://www.lathamani.com/a-journey-through-hawaiis-enchanting-garden-isle/) - Kauai, also known as the "Garden Isle," is a breathtaking destination located in the Hawaiian archipelago. With its lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and pristine beaches, Kauai offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of Hawaii. As a travel blogger, I had the opportunity to explore Kauai, and I can say
- [Discovering Spiritual Tranquility: A Journey to the Hindu Monastery on Kauai](https://www.lathamani.com/discovering-spiritual-tranquility-a-journey-to-the-hindu-monastery-on-kauai/) - Kauai, is the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands and is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, pristine beaches, and laid-back lifestyle. While the island is famous for its outdoor attractions, it is also home to some of the most beautiful and spiritually significant Hindu monasteries in the world. The Hindu Monastery on Kauai is located
- [Peru, Land of the Incas Trip Plan](https://www.lathamani.com/peru-land-of-the-incas/) - Peru is one of the most popular countries in South America. There is so much more to this country than Machu Picchu with all the beautiful landscapes across every part of the country, local culture, traditions, food and many more. This has been in my bucket list for awhile, finally got to visit in 2022
- [Peru Video Collections](https://www.lathamani.com/peru-video-collections/) - Peru Memories A short video of our Peru trip experience. We are a group of 13 people from Seattle who wanted to explore Peru after almost 3+ years of the pandemic. This is our first International trip after COVID, so this was little extra special for the group to enjoy and capture special memories at
- [Paracas](https://www.lathamani.com/paracas/) - When you visit Peru, most people keep Machu Picchu as their top/must-see destination in their travel bucket list. Paracas is one such place that provides a surprise package to the whole family and highly recommend doing it when visiting Peru. Paracas is a small Peruvian coastal town that is around three and half hours south
- [Machu Picchu](https://www.lathamani.com/machu-picchu/) - Machu Picchu in Peru, is an ancient Incan city, built in the 15th century that was treasured as a sacred religious site for Inca leaders, whose civilization was wiped out by Spanish invaders in the 16th century. The lost city was rediscovered in 1911 by the American archaeologist and we learnt from our guides that
- [Ultimate Guide to the Sacred Valley](https://www.lathamani.com/cusco/) - Cusco is one of the most favorite destinations visited by travelers around the world. Sacred Valley is a hundred+ miles long valley with the world’s most impressive Inca ruins, amazing agricultural terraces and beautiful authentic villages. The Sacred Valley in Peru is one of the highlights of Cusco due to the amazing Inca sites that
- [10 Day Trip Plan to Kenya & Tanzania](https://www.lathamani.com/african-safari-10-day-trip-itinerary/) - African Safari has been one of our bucket-list item for a very long time. It is a trip that will be memorable and will stay in our thoughts forever. So we did not want to compromise on the number of the days and places that we wanted to see. Some of our Seattle friends recommended
- [Ape Caves](https://www.lathamani.com/ape-caves/) - The name 'Ape Caves' sounds interesting and when you hear about a hike inside the cave, that definitely adds more curiosity inside your head - Isn't it?. I had the same feeling when i heard about Ape Caves. Ape Cave is located south of Mount St. Helens, measuring 2.5 miles long and one of the longest lava tube in
- [Best Waterfall Hikes in Washington](https://www.lathamani.com/breathtaking-waterfalls/) - Wallace Falls Wallace Falls is one of the most popular hiking destination, that offers breathtaking scenic views across every corner of the trail path. This is a 5.5 mile round-trip moderate hike with a slight elevation gain of upto 1500 feet. If you are a beginner, you might find some difficulty with the elevation and
- [Vegas](https://www.lathamani.com/vegas/) - Vegas has some activities for everyone and millions of people come to this wonderland from different parts of the world. I have visited Vegas 7 years back with family and not much has changed with respect to the street ambience. Of course there are new hotels with stunning looks and one of them that caught
- [Snorkel Activity - Day 2](https://www.lathamani.com/day-2-snorkel-activity/) - This was the much awaited day for me personally. With all stories heard from colleagues and online snorkel reviews, I was very much looking forward to this activity and lot of anxitey within :-). We took the snorkel tour with the Pacific Whale Foundation group, basically a non-profit organization. We took the longest snorkel tour
- [Big Island Itinerary](https://www.lathamani.com/big-island-itinerary/) - This is my most favorite section of sharing my thoughts and experience to help travelers with their travel plans. Big Island is a beautiful and much bigger island when compared to other islands in Hawaii and has different attractions available to suit everyone's needs. There are beautiful beaches, lush green rain-forests, waterfalls and stunning volcanoes available in this
- [Glacier Cruise day in Whittier](https://www.lathamani.com/glacier-cruise-day-in-whittier/) - It was a very early start for us today from Anchorage to board the Cruise in Whittier around Noon timeframe. Whittier is 62 miles from Anchorage and there is a tunnel that you have to cross which opens every one hour for only 15 minutes. This is a shared tunnel for passenger cars and trains
- [Visit to the Exit Glacier](https://www.lathamani.com/visit-to-the-exit-glacier/) - You can visit Seward by car or train. It's a beautiful scenic drive and takes approximately 2.5 hours from Anchorage. We started like 9.30 AM from Anchorage and reached Exit Glacier by noon. Just like yesterday, we prepared the lunch for today as well and had a very good lunch before our hike to the
- [The Majestic Matanuska Glacier by Sooraj Karthik](https://www.lathamani.com/the-majestic-matanuska-glacier-by-sooraj-karthik/) - This is our 3rd day in Alaska and we have seen the Glacier on a cruise first day, then a walk to the Exit Glacier via trails and a climb on the Matanuska glacier today. This was an awesome experience climbing the glacier and we have done never done this kind of an activity before.
- [Hiking in Denali](https://www.lathamani.com/hiking-in-denali/) - A slow start today after a rough bus ride of 66 miles yesterday. Everyone had a good sleep and the morning started with plenty of breakfast options ranging from sandwich to south Indian food. A new breakfast idea sparkled this morning and made a scrambled left over Dosa with onion and chutney powder and we
- [Last day in Anchorage](https://www.lathamani.com/last-day-in-anchorage/) - Today is our last day in Alaska and we reserved some time in Anchorage for shopping and other simple activities. Reindeer farm is like an hour drive from Anchorage and all of us wanted to get a closer look and personal interaction with the reindeers. Just like the kids, the adults and seniors were interested
- [Europe Trip 2011](https://www.lathamani.com/europe-adventure/) - This has been one of my dream to visit Europe for a very long period of time. 2011 is a very special year for us as Mani and I are celebrating our 10th Wedding Anniversary. What a great way to celebrate this occasion !!. I'm really excited and eagerly waiting for this beautiful adevnture to
- [Day 2 - Louvre Museum](https://www.lathamani.com/day-2-louvre-museum/) - Happy Indian Independence Day !! The 2 day Paris Museum & Monument Pass was a very good option that lets you to see around 60 museums in Paris. Though you'll not be able to visit all of them, you can definitely cover the major attractions. The second day in Paris was dedicated to most of
- [Day 3 - Seine River Cruise](https://www.lathamani.com/day-3-seine-river-cruise/) - It's the Independence day for Pondicherry - A Union territory that was ruled by French once and given independence on Aug 16th, 1950. And this was the last day of our trip in Paris. And August 16th was my Birthday as well :-). I started my day with a Birthday wish from Mani and a
- [Day 5 - Venice](https://www.lathamani.com/day-5-venice/) - It was a slow start today after the long walk last night. The breakfast at the hotel was pretty standard and good one too. Bread, Croissant, Cereal, Fruits, Juice and different flavors of Coffee were served. We decided to do another walk today starting from Rialto Bridge to other museums. The hotel person suggested visiting
- [Day 6 - Rome](https://www.lathamani.com/day-6-rome/) - Rome Termini station is a pretty big station and we arrived on time. We were not well prepared on the arrangements from the station to our hotel. So it took time for us to figure out the available transportation. As we had heavy bags, we didn't want to try the bus nor the metro options.
- [Day 7 - Florence](https://www.lathamani.com/day-7-florence/) - It was an early start for us on a Saturday morning to continue our next part of the exciting trip to Florence. It's ~ 2 hour duration to Florence from Rome by train. As we had done all of our train tickets booking via Euro Rail, it was a fast one by just heading to
- [Day 9 - Vatican Visit](https://www.lathamani.com/day-9-vatican-visit/) - It's our last day in Rome and we had reserved this day for visiting Vatican & Sistine Chapel. As this is a very famous landmark, we were sure to anticipate large group of people at this place. I was not able to book the tickets online from Seattle and decided to buy it in Rome.
- [Spring in Whistler](https://www.lathamani.com/whistler/) - Spring is a great time to be out in the mountains, cause the weather is warmer and more sunlight to spend the outdoors. Whistler is a very popular winter destination, known for it's ski and other winter sports. But there are plenty of action and adventure packed during summer time especially from May to August.I
- [Ultimate African Safari Adventure - You don't want to miss!](https://www.lathamani.com/the-safari-experience/) - The Safari Experience - Kenya & Tanzania Your African Safari trip is much more than a holiday or a quick escape. It's not like going to Las Vegas or Hawaii and spending few nights there.The Safari journey is one of the life time experiences that you would never be able to compensate with any other
- [Travel guide to Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania](https://www.lathamani.com/ngorongoro-crater/) - The experience in Amboseli National park was truly awesome and we were all set to travel to our second destination in Tanzania. We were very much looking forward to see the Tree Leopard, Rhinos and see herds of lions in Ngorongoro and Serengeti areas just like the ones we got to experience the elephant population
- [Serengeti - Gateway to Wildlife Magic](https://www.lathamani.com/serengeti/) - Unlike other Safari game-drives in Kenya and Tanzania, Serengeti is so special place and I was so much looking forward to see Serengeti for the annual migration. Yes, Serengeti is known for migration of over 1.5 million wildebeest and zebras that crosses the Mara river every year.The safari experience in Serengeti was truly amazing and is definitely a
- [Amboseli -  The Destination to African Elephants](https://www.lathamani.com/amboseli/) - Amboseli is one of the popular parks in Kenya and a must-see destination on your safari trip. Each of these national parks in East Africa have their own unique charm and I was truly amazed and awe-struck at every destination that i touched upon during my safari drives. Amboseli park is known for it's abundance
- [Masai Mara - A Travelers Paradise](https://www.lathamani.com/masai-mara/) - Masai Mara is one of the most popular parks located in the southwest of Kenya.Mara is known for its massive herds of wildebeest and Zebras moving through the park from July to October for the Great Migration. It is known that there are are more than 1 million wildebeest population that crosses the Mara River during
- [The Masaai People of Kenya](https://www.lathamani.com/masaai-village/) - The Maasai are a tribe of people who live in parts of Kenya and Tanzania and Kenya. When you are on a Safari, you can find them in majority of the famous attractions. We visited Maasai people on our first Safari destination in Amboseli National Park,Kenya. The village was located very close to the hotel in Amboseli
- [Day trip to Teotihuacan](https://www.lathamani.com/day-trip-teotihuacan/) - This was totally an unplanned visit to the Teotihuacan during my official trip to Mexico City. Being a travel person and a blogger, I always love to explore the city and culture even with limited time 😊. We landed on a Sunday morning and Westin had private tour options that you can avail directly from the hotel
- [Lands End Tours - Day 5](https://www.lathamani.com/day-5-lands-end-tours/) - We booked the Lands' End Adventure tour again with the Rancho Tours Company. The tour guide picked us sharp at 9 AM from the resort and the total drive time was around 45 mins. We drove to the Cabo San Lucas Medana Bay area and boarded a private boat arranged specifically for our group along
- [City Tour - Day 4](https://www.lathamani.com/day-4-city-tour/) - We wanted to do the City tour today and heard lot of great things about La Paz. We thought about renting a car but came to know that the resort provided a city tour to these places and found that as a better option especially being new to the country & considering safety as well.
- [Relaxation Day - Day 2](https://www.lathamani.com/day-2-relaxation-day/) - Today was a relaxing day as well. After a warm breakfast, we went to the beach right outside the resort. Gayathri & I went on a walk along the shore side while the kids were building their sand castle and having fun. The kids wanted to have fun inside the pool along with the parents.
- [Relaxing day at the Beach & Mall](https://www.lathamani.com/relaxing-day-at-the-beach-mall/) - After a long day at the Chichen Itza, we did not book any tour on this day and kept it very open to relax & take a break from all the walk we did yesterday. The entire morning went at the Westin pool and beach side. We took a stroll to the La Isla mall
- [Seven Wonders of the World - Chichen Itza !](https://www.lathamani.com/seven-wonders-of-the-world-chichen-itza/) - Chichen Itza is outside the city and is around 2.5 hours from the Cancun. This is one of the must see attractions if you visit Cancun and interested to learn & know about the Mayan culture & civilization. This is one of the longest tours approximately 12 hours that includes two & half hours travel
- [Journey to the Incredible xCaret](https://www.lathamani.com/journey-to-the-incredible-xcaret/) - XCaret is an incredible eco-archaeological park located in the seashore in Rivera Maya and one of the must-see places when you visit Cancun. This park is located south of Cancun and is approximately 1 hour from the Cancun hotel strip. There are plenty of activities around 44+ (both land & water) to do inside the
- [Golden Circle Adventures](https://www.lathamani.com/golden-circle/) - The Golden Circle in Iceland is one of the most popular day tours in Iceland. If you do not have much time in Iceland or just have a stopover, there is a Golden Circle express half day tours available to suit your needs. The Golden Circle is a circular route ~200 mile route from Reykjavik
- [Blue Lagoon - Entry to Geothermal Pool Experience](https://www.lathamani.com/blue-lagoon/) - Blue Lagoon was our first stop in Iceland before heading to Reykjavik. The hot thermal pool of Blue Lagoon is one of the most famous attractions of Iceland that is visited by many tourists. Before our trip, I've read mixed reviews about the huge pricing and a much hyped attraction. Irrespective we really wanted to
- [Iceland in Winter - What to see & Essentials you need](https://www.lathamani.com/iceland-winter-essentials-need/) - I am used to traveling to tropical places or go somewhere warmer during winter months. Iceland has been in my travel list for a very long time to see the Northern Lights and it so happened as a coincidence this winter. One of the important highlight of this trip is travelling with 3 other amazing
- [Journey to the South Coast Iceland](https://www.lathamani.com/south-coast-iceland/) - South Coast of Iceland is one of the best highlights of our trip. Prior to travel, I have heard pretty much every friend, travel forums mention great things about the south coast that intrigued me more to not miss this part of Iceland. I was simply blown out of the world when I got to
- [Blue Ice Cave - Hidden Jewel on Vatnajokull Glacier](https://www.lathamani.com/blue-ice-cave-hidden-jewel-vatnajokull-glacier/) - Crystal Ice Cave also known as Blue Ice Cave is a glacier ice cave located on Vatnajokull, the largest glacier in Iceland. Ice caves are rare phenomena that form naturally. The ice caves are a long time in the making, when the meltwater of spring begin to freeze, local guides from the area hunt for
- [Xel-Ha Aquatic Wonders](https://www.lathamani.com/xel-ha-aquatic-wonders/) - My son had a great time as he loves water – Mani & I enjoyed watching him have fun and we personally enjoyed the tubing & biking in the jungle.
- [South Plaza - Home of the Sealions & Marine Iguanas](https://www.lathamani.com/south-plaza-home-sealions-marine-iguanas/) - Galapagos Islands are a nature and travelers dream, making it difficult to decide what to see first, and how to allocate often limited vacation time. Given we had a pre-planned guided trip, this was already in our itinerary. South Plaza Island was day-2 of our Galapagos trip and I was really looking forward to see the sea lions and
- [Day Trip to Santa Cruz Highlands](https://www.lathamani.com/highlands-cerro-mesa/) - Cruz Island reaches a maximum altitude of ~800 meters and the areas with a higher elevation are known as the Highlands. Due to the altitude, Santa Cruz Highlands provide a break from the sun, making this place a perfect habitat for the giant Galapagos tortoises, finches and other land animals and plants. We learnt from our guide that
- [White Sand Beauty - Tortuga Bay](https://www.lathamani.com/tortuga-bay/) - Santa Cruz Island is home to Tortuga Bay, one of the top attractions in the Galapagos Islands that is located on Santa Cruz Island on the south side.It’s the perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling, and seeing some amazing Galapagos wildlife. This beautiful beach is named for its black sea turtles that nest in this beach. You
- [Guide to visiting Galapagos Island by Land](https://www.lathamani.com/guide-visiting-galapagos-island-land/) - Ecuador is our first South American destination. South America has been in our bucket list for a very long time and we put together a short trip this time due to limited holidays. Debating between Peru and Galapagos, we decided to do the land based visit to the Galapagos. We were very specific to do land based travel instead
- [Bartolome - The most Photographed Island](https://www.lathamani.com/bartolome-island/) - Galapagos island is a treat to all Photography lovers and you get to see a beautiful landscape in every direction of the island. Bartholomew Island is one of the most photographed island mentioned by our tour guide and I could realize that when we landed on the island. The island is relatively new only less than
- [Iceland in Winter - Short video collection of the beautiful land!](https://www.lathamani.com/iceland-winter-collection-travel-memories/)
- [Watch our Iceland trailer !](https://www.lathamani.com/watch-our-trailer/)
- [Mesmerizing Ngorongoro Crater](https://www.lathamani.com/movieoftheweek/) - In this week's featured movie, let's explore Ngorongoro Crater that is one of the world's heritage site in Central Tanzania. This is one of the best places to visit and a truly a nature's wonder to experience the beauty of this place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PVoCtxWYNU
- [](https://www.lathamani.com/2465-2/) - [RPG id=1992]
- [Cruising Glacier Bay - Back to Ice Age](https://www.lathamani.com/cruising-glacier-bay-back-to-ice-age/) - We have read, heard many stories about Ice Age and the beautiful glaciers that were born as a result of Ice Age. Glacier Bay is one of the example that used to be all glacier and there was no bay. Today we have the glacier bay formed by the immense river bed of ice that stretches
- [Rafting Mendenhall Glacier](https://www.lathamani.com/juneau/) - Juneau is the state capitol of Alaska and I learnt this as part of my trip. This is my second trip to Alaska but visiting Juneau for the first time via cruise. Juneau is not accessible by land and is surrounded by water and giant mountains. Airplanes, cruise ships, boats are the only options to access this
- [Sammamish River Trail](https://www.lathamani.com/sammamish-river-trail/) - Biking has been one of our recent activities and have been wanting to do this as a regular routine during summer time for a very long time. Finally we carved out some time this year to experience the bike rides with friends and family. Seattle is a beautiful place to do bike rides as the place
- [Thunder Knob Trail](https://www.lathamani.com/thunder-knob-trail/) - North Cascades National Park has so many hike flavors ranging from easy to complex ones that are long, rough trail paths or some of them are accessible only during seasonal parts of the year. Thunder Knob is one of the common accessible trail path that is not very easy to miss on your way to Diablo
- [Camping in Cape Disappointment](https://www.lathamani.com/cape-disappointment-wa/) - Camping is always fun and have heard lot of great stories from many of my friends & colleagues. We have done several hikes in the last few years but never experienced the camping goodness. It's been years we've been thinking about doing camping but finally got to experience that in Cape Disappointment campground in Washington
- [Diablo Lake](https://www.lathamani.com/diablo-lake/) - Diablo Lake is located along State Route 20, the North Cascades Highway. This has been one of the must-see places in my travel list and got a chance to visit during the July 4th weekend. The diverse magic of the North Cascades with it's beautiful peaks, lush forests begins as blue green waters are stored in the
- [Tulip Festival](https://www.lathamani.com/tulip-town/) - This is one of the most colorful festivals that happens every year in the month of April in Washington. The Tulip festival is open to the visitors for the whole month of April and there will be millions of Tulips across many fields in the Skagit County area. April is a colorful month in many parts
- [Akaka and Rainbow Falls](https://www.lathamani.com/akaka-falls-state-park/) - Akaka Falls Akaka Falls is one of the most famous waterfalls on the Big Island. The Akaka falls state park is about 11 miles north of Hilo on the end of Highway 220. The Falls is located inside the state Park and is very well maintained and accessible to visitors. There is an admission fee to
- [Black Sand Beach - Big Island](https://www.lathamani.com/black-sand-beach/) - A beach with black sand ?. Wait a minute - This was my first reaction when I heard about black sand beach in Big Island. I just resisted my temptation to not see any pictures about black sand beach in the internet until my trip and wanted to enjoy the whole experience seeing it in live
- [Valley of the Kings - Big Island](https://www.lathamani.com/waipio-valley/) - Waipio Valley Waipio is also called Valley of the Kings and is located along the Hamakua Coast on the northeast shore of the Big Island. This is a amazing scenic drive along the Hamakua coast taking you through some breathless views of the valley and beautiful plantations throughout your drive. Waipio valley is known for its beautiful hikes
- [Green Sand - Papakolea Beach](https://www.lathamani.com/greensand/) - The Green sand beach is located west of South Point of the island and is one of the isolated beaches that is not easily accessible by your rental car. While researching about beaches before our trip, I was truly fascinated to visit this beach due to the color and was very much looking forward to
- [Hawaii Volcanoes National Park](https://www.lathamani.com/hawaii-volcanoes-national-park/) - If you are on the Big Island and one of the volcanoes is erupting, lava viewing is a must-do activity for your vacation. There is a lot to explore at Hawaii Volcanoes National park and Big Island in the state of Hawaii was formed by the continuous volcanic activity. It is such a great experience
- [Winter in Leavenworth](https://www.lathamani.com/winter-in-leavenworth/) - Leavenworth is a small village surrounded by the cascade mountains range of Washington State. Leavenworth is called as the German town as it closely resembles Bavarian themed village. I have personally not visited Germany but can connect to the European style architecture of the hotels, homes, shopping sites and restaurants in Leavenworth. Leavenworth is part of the North
- [Butchart Gardens](https://www.lathamani.com/butchart-gardens/) - [RPG id=1992]
- [Antelope Canyon - Mesmerizing Beauty !](https://www.lathamani.com/antelope-canyon-mesmerizing-beauty/) - Antelope Canyon is a 'Must See' place if you are considering to explore the canyons in either Utah or Arizona. I had visited Grand Canyon 6 years ago and back at that time I was not aware about this beautiful destination. My interest in photography and pictures about the Antelope canyon from photographers excited and
- [Lodge Lake, Snoqualmie Pass Washington](https://www.lathamani.com/lodge-lake-snoqualmie-pass-washington/) - [RPG id=1933]
- [Grand Canyon](https://www.lathamani.com/grand-canyon/) - [RPG id=1937]
- [Upper Antelope Canyon](https://www.lathamani.com/upper-antelope-canyon/) - [RPG id=1945]
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- [Horseshoe Bend](https://www.lathamani.com/horseshoe-bend/) - Horseshoe Bend is one of the must-see places in my travel checklist for quite sometime after seeing some beautiful photographs from my travel blog friends. We decided to do a short 5 day trip to the Canyons in Arizona and I didn't want to miss Horseshoe Bend to the travel schedule. You will probably need
- [Silver Falls State Park](https://www.lathamani.com/silver-falls-state-park/) - Silver Falls State Park is a very short scenic drive from the Willamette Valley that is a must see place. It was totally an unplanned trip for us on our way from Crater Lake. We stayed in Salem Oregon and while browsing Willamette valley brochure in the hotel, we came across Silver Falls article and
- [Crater Lake](https://www.lathamani.com/crater-lake/) - Crater Lake National park is the deepest lake in the United States and is considered to be crystal clear and clean body of water in the world. The deep blue color of the lake is amazing and keeps you mesmerized especially a treat for photographers. I've visited Crater lake three times in the past and
- [Puerto Rico Vacation Planner](https://www.lathamani.com/puerto-rico-vacation-planner/) - Puerto Rico is one the top tourist Caribbean destination that brings in travelers across the world to this beautiful island. I'm sharing my thoughts and tips based on my experiences right from trip planning to the types of attractions that I explored in Puerto Rico. These are my personal views and don't want the readers
- [El Yunque Rainforest](https://www.lathamani.com/el-yunque-rainforest/) - El Yunque Rain Forest is the only tropical rain forest in the US Forest system as per the information provided by the Visitor center. It is located ~38 KM’s east of San Juan. When you enter the rain forest, you get to experience fresh air, sounds of the birds and small animals, sounds of the
- [Culebra Island](https://www.lathamani.com/culebra-island/) - Culebra is located between the main Island of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The only way to access this island is by ferry or by air that's slightly expensive. Culebra island is known for beautiful beaches in the world that has some of the most vibrant water colors that keeps you spend hours
- [Cueva Ventana - Spectacular sight !](https://www.lathamani.com/window-cave/) - Cueva Ventana is one of the most beautiful place and must visit site in Puerto Rico. This was not in our original checklist and was an accidental internet search during our stay in San Juan, PR. Thanks to the forums and people who shared their experiences about this place that triggered an interest to visit
- [Old San Juan Town](https://www.lathamani.com/old-san-juan-town/) - Old San Juan is the historic town of San Juan. This is one of the must see places if you are visiting San Juan mainly to learn about the history and culture of the city. Since it's a very popular tourist spot, the town is crowded and packed almost every corner of the street. I
- [Jasper National Park](https://www.lathamani.com/jasper-national-park/) - Where do I start ?. I have no words to explain the beauty of Jasper. There is no doubt that the Canadian Rockies are so huge and the spectacular mountain ranges surrounded by immense number of beautiful lakes and serene views makes this place really heaven. Before my trip I was researching about Banff &
- [Columbia Icefields Parkway](https://www.lathamani.com/athabasca-glacier-skywalk/) - The Columbia Icefields Parkway is the most beautiful scenic drives that is approximately 145 miles between Lake Louise and Jasper. This drive is one of my favorites and best highlights of the Banff & Jasper trip. This is a highly recommended drive in the Canadian Rockies, so please don't miss it if you do visit
- [Tunnel Mountain & Lake Minnewanka](https://www.lathamani.com/tunnel-mountain/) - The Tunnel Mountain Trail is a short hike that is easily accessible from Banff downtown. The trail is well maintained with graded elevation and some steeper areas makes it slightly difficult for people who are not used to hiking under such conditions. The majority of the trail areas are flat and enables people to climb
- [Lake Louise & Lake Moraine](https://www.lathamani.com/lake-louise-lake-moraine/) - Lake Louise is a very popular destination in Banff and a must see place when visiting Banff National park. There are many places in Banff & Jasper that are claimed to be world famous but Lake Louise & Moraine for sure is !. You will be experiencing the most beautiful turquoise Lake Louise and you
- [Johnston Canyon - Banff](https://www.lathamani.com/johnston-canyon-banff/) - Johnston Canyon is a popular hike in Banff National Park. You can experience the beautiful canyon views along with waterfall sights during your hike in Johnston canyon. The canyon offers lower and upper trails with some elevation gain in both these trails. Johnston Canyon is a moderate hike that can be done by everyone and
- [Kootenay National Park](https://www.lathamani.com/kootenay-national-park/) - There are many hot springs available within Banff & Jasper areas. As we had planned our trip via Kootenay national park, we decided to stay in Radium Hot Springs. Radium Hot Springs is located in British Columbia's Kootenay National park and is supposed to be one of the famous attractions. The location itself is one
- [Banff & Jasper Trip Plan](https://www.lathamani.com/banff-jasper/) - Banff & Jasper is known for beautiful serene views, gorgeous turquoise lakes, glaciers, wildlife and waterfalls. We did a week trip of 6 nights and 7 day trip to both these places. The number of days totally depends on the type of activities you would want to explore at these places. Trip Itinerary Day 1:
- [Mount Hood](https://www.lathamani.com/mount-hood/) - Mount Hood is one of the beautiful places to hike in Oregon State. We did this during Summer time and heard that it is one of the most popular winter destinations as well. We did many trail walks here but my personal favorites were the Trillium lake and Mirror Lake trails. These trails are family
- [Olympic National Park](https://www.lathamani.com/olympic-national-park/) - A three Day trip to the Olympic National park with Family & friends. Rain or Shine, we had an enthusiastic group ready to explore and kudos to the kids & my Mom who joined us for all trail walk. We did the Hoh Rainforest hike, Spruce Nature Trails, Sol Duc Falls and Marymere falls trails.
- [Rattlesnake Ledge Trail,WA](https://www.lathamani.com/rattlesnake-ledge-trailwa/) - It's a Sunday morning and you don't get to experience temperatures greater than 80 degrees in Seattle area often. Well we've been enjoying the Summer in Seattle and it's always great to be out on hikes especially during excellent weather. Rattlesnake Trails has been on my list for a very long time but got skipped
- [Glacier Basin Trail](https://www.lathamani.com/glacier-basin-trail/) - Glacier Basin is one of the most beautiful trails located inside Mount Rainier National Park. This is a 6 mile roundtrip hike and the elevation is slightly intense of ~1700 feet. This was one of the tough trails for me as I have not tried with that high of an elevation gain. The hiking was
- [Victoria, British Columbia](https://www.lathamani.com/victoria-british-columbia/) - Victoria is a city with plenty of activities to explore for all ages. It's one of the most picturesque capital of British Columbia surrounded by water on three sides, restaurants and you can access many of the attractions by local bus, hop in/hop off city bus and walking is another convenient mode to explore the
- [Isla Mujeris - A Tropical Paradise !](https://www.lathamani.com/isla-mujeris/) - Isla Mujeris is an island that is one of the popular destinations for people visiting Cancun. You can access the island via ferry ride and there are several private catamarans and jet boat tours available. On the way to Isla Mujeris, there are many activities offered by the tour companies which includes snorkeling, parasailing, Golf
- [Day 1 - Trip Planning](https://www.lathamani.com/day-1-trip-planning-2/) - We reserved this day to explore the city, things to do and places to eat. When I booked the trip, I was not very specific about being closer to the downtown or near airport as there was not much time available to do the research. We booked at Westin Resort that is only 5 miles
- [Recitals](https://www.lathamani.com/recitals/) - This page has a collection of all of the Piano recitals from Arvind 2013 Winter Performance Spanish Guitar and Prelude in D Minor Songs 2013 Spring Recital A wistful ,melancholy solo played by Arvind from Merlin Dreams (Author:Peggy Otwell) 2012 Summer Recital Arvind's Solo performance for the Sakura Song & the Duet performance with his
- [On the way to Talkeetna](https://www.lathamani.com/on-the-way-to-talkeetna/) - It's a long drive of around 6 hours from Fairbanks to Talkeetna. We decided to take a stop over in Denali for lunch and spend some time in the park before heading to Talkeetna. The Morino Grill inside Denali had some very good sandwiches that we had for lunch. The group was tired for a
- [A day at Fairbanks, Alaska](https://www.lathamani.com/a-day-at-fairbanks-alaska/) - Visiting Santa Claus Home was one of the important attraction that I personally wanted to go while staying in Fairbanks. Northpole was just 20 minute drive from Fairbanks and we started immediately after our breakfast at the hotel. The men were not that very interested in going to Northpole :-). Santa was available during the
- [Mt.Healy Overlook Trail Time](https://www.lathamani.com/mt-healy-overlook-trail-time/) - This was our last day in Denali and most of the day was planned for hiking and other activities inside the park. As we had to check out before 11, there were lot of packing & cleaning that morning before heading to the park. As I mentioned earlier the home that we stayed in Denali
- [Wildlife in Denali Park - By Arvind & Sooraj](https://www.lathamani.com/wildlife-in-denali-park-by-arvind-sooraj/) - Hi! Today Sooraj and I (Arvind) are going to write about watching Wild Life in Denali National Park! Today we are at Denali. We stayed in a vacation rental home at Denali that was located right inside the forest. We have never stayed in such a place so deep inside the wilderness area. They spotted
- [Mt.McKinley Glacier Landing by Arvind Mani](https://www.lathamani.com/mt-mckinley-glacier-landing-by-arvind-mani/) - Hi! My name is Arvind and I'm helping my mom (Ladha) do her blog. Yesterday my friend Sooraj helped. So, on with the topic, today we vacated our very nice house (in my opinion) at 11:00 AM. We drove for two hours until we got hungry. So we went to Big Lake around 1:30 PM.
- [Alaska Memoirs](https://www.lathamani.com/alaska-memoirs/) - This has been a much awaited trip and a dream for the last 2 years to go to Alaska. Everything fell in place for 2013 It took us some time to decide between taking a cruise versus fly on our own. We did a lot of research on the internet, forums and from experiences of
- [Last Day in Cabos - Trip Debrief](https://www.lathamani.com/last-day-in-cabos-trip-debrief/) - It's time to depart to home and the 8 day trip passed by so fast. We had a great time overall especially a big break from the Seattle Rain. Plus this was a first time experience with the All Inclusive package and the all-inclusive option did give Gayathri & I a break from cooking during
- [Christmas Eve - Day 6](https://www.lathamani.com/day-6-christmas-eve/) - After 3 days of activities, Dec 24th was a rest day for all of us. The resort also had Christmas celebrations and activities for the kids. We spent the morning & noon at the pool & beach. Some very good pictures of the white sand captured during our morning visit to the beach. The resort
- [ATV Adventures - Day 3](https://www.lathamani.com/day-3-atv-adventures/) - This was a special day of the decade – the most talked & hyped about the end of the world as per Mayan Calendar. I was indeed curious about this day mainly because we were in Mexico. I woke up in the morning and realized that I was still alive:-). The weather was awesome and
- [Getting to know the Resort - Day 1](https://www.lathamani.com/day-1-getting-to-know-the-resort/) - We wanted to keep the day very light and spend most of the day at the resort. Started the day with a very good breakfast and they have many varieties available for both vegetarian & non-vegetarian. Vegetable Omlette & oatmeal were my favorites in today's menu and plenty of choices for fruit juices. After the
- [Los Cabos Arrival Day](https://www.lathamani.com/los-cabos-arrival-day/) - The flight journey was very comfortable and I didn't feel tired with a stopover in San Diego. We had the Gray Line Shuttle booked via Expedia who were prompt waiting for us at the airport. They had given us all the directions & guidelines before our travel on how to locate them at the airport.
- [Mexico City Choice - Which place do I select ?](https://www.lathamani.com/mexico-city-choice-which-place-do-i-select/) - This is always the hardest part to make a decision on the city. I'm sure many of you would have gone through this choice selection just like us :-). Cancun, Los Cabos or Puerto Vallarta ? - Which one should we select ?. It took almost 2 weeks for us to land on a decision.
- [Los Cabos Mexico Adventures](https://www.lathamani.com/travel-blog-los-cabos-mexico-adventures/) - I love December month not just because of the Holiday season but a month to reflect all of our experiences for that whole year. This is our second straight year to plan a trip in December month especially when we started to become conscious to take a break from the rain/snow after living in Seattle
- [Last day in Maui - Day 6](https://www.lathamani.com/day-6-last-day-in-maui/) - Our last day was planned for the Helicopter tour on the full island of Maui. We booked the helicopter tour for the 11 AM time and it's a 55 min ride. We checked out from Outrigger and headed towards the heliport. The weather was not cooperating well and there were shower breaks happening very intermittently.
- [Beach Time Again - Day 5](https://www.lathamani.com/day-5-beach-time-again/) - The kids were little upset yesterday and were not happy without a beach visit :-) . So we promised that they'll have the whole day planned in the beach. We decided to drive towards Maui Southwest shores. Kihei was the first spot that is mainly a beach combing territory and has more than 6 beaches
- [Road to Hana & Haleakala - Day 4](https://www.lathamani.com/day-4-road-to-hana-haleakala/) - The Hana drive is a must see attraction that was mentioned by many of our friends. On our first day orientation with the Expedia local expert, we were suggested to visit this place but drive with caution at our own risk. The Expedia local expert suggested to take a tour package for this activity that
- [Visit to Aquarium & Plantation Tour - Day 3](https://www.lathamani.com/day-3-visit-to-aquarium-plantation-tour/) - After the entire snorkel day activity yesterday, we started our next day little late. We kept it a light day activity. We first headed to the Maui Ocean Center - Hawaiian Aquarium in Maui. The aquarium itself was a pretty small one that had some cool exhibits around the coral reef, turtle lagoons, hammerhead harbor,
- [Submarine Ride & Beach Visit - Day 1](https://www.lathamani.com/submarine-ride-beach-visit/) - Due to the time zone difference (2 hours behind PST) , we woke up early and started the day with the standard breakfast. As we had done all of our grocery shopping the previous day, it was a pretty easy one to lay out the breakfast & lunch menu. Breakfast included oatnut bread, bagel &
- [Getting ready to fly](https://www.lathamani.com/getting-ready-to-fly/) - It was a super busy day at work. I was planning to finish my work early today and do some early packing and take some good rest before the long flight. It is indeed a 6 hour flight from Seattle to Maui. Luckily we took the direct flight from Seattle. All packing complete and we
- [Trip to the Maui Island](https://www.lathamani.com/travel-blog-hawaii/) - Year 2011 has been a very good year for travel. We have decided to finish this year off on a trip to Hawaii. We have our friends Padma, Madhavan and their daughter Dhishita joining us on our travel. This is the first trip for Padma & Dhishita within the United States. I'm sure they are
- [Day 8 - Rome](https://www.lathamani.com/day-8-rome/) - This is our second day in Rome and we had few museums to cover during the day and rest of the places to see at evening & night time. It was a slow start on a Sunday morning after the Florence trip yesterday. Though we didn't walk much in Florence, I did feel very tiresome
- [Venice - Day 4](https://www.lathamani.com/day-4-venice/) - We reached Venezia St. Lucia station on the morning of Aug 17th. The train was delayed by 30 minutes and we were waiting in Mestre station for almost 30 minutes. There were no announcements in neither Italian nor English language. The Venice Station had the baggage drop facility that was very helpful for us. Since
- [Day 1 - Palace of Versailles](https://www.lathamani.com/day-1-palace-of-versailles/) - We started the day with a very good French Breakfast – Yummy Chocolate Croissant, Butter Croissant and aromatic Coffee. The milk tasted too good that was well boiled to the right consistency and this was one of the reasons for that rich coffee taste – I'm not a great coffee fan but I fell in
- [Arrival Day - Paris](https://www.lathamani.com/arrival-day-paris/) - The flight journey was good overall in terms of timings and inflight services. I met Mani at the Heathrow Airport and we had a 2.5 hour break to board the flight to Paris. The flight to Paris was delayed by 45 minutes due to some flight maintenance work. We arrived at the Orly Airport in
- [Shanghai](https://www.lathamani.com/shanghai/) - This is an official trip to Shanghai with my team and stayed close to 2 weeks in Shanghai. We reserved our sightseeing city tours in the weekends and some of our evenings to go around the downtown for some good food & shopping. The entire city of Shanghai looks so new & rich with many

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- [China](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/china/)
- [Ecuador](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/ecuador/)
- [Europe](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/)
- [France](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/france/)
- [Glacier Basin Trail](https://www.lathamani.com/category/hiking/glacier-basin-trail/)
- [Hawaii](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/hawaii/)
- [Iceland](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/iceland/)
- [Italy](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/italy/)
- [Kenya](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/africa/kenya/)
- [Las Vegas](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/las-vegas/)
- [Maui](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/hawaii/maui/)
- [Mexico](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/mexico/)
- [Mexico City](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/mexico/mexico-city/)
- [Oregon](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/oregon-united-states/)
- [Puerto Rico](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/puerto-rico/)
- [Shanghai](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/china/shanghai/)
- [Tanzania](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/africa/tanzania/)
- [Victoria](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/canada/victoria/)
- [Banff & Jasper](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/canada/banff-jasper/)
- [Big Island](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/hawaii/big-island/)
- [Cancun](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/mexico/cancun/)
- [Los Cabos](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/mexico/los-cabos/)
- [Peru](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/peru/)
- [India](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/india/)
- [Kauai](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/hawaii/kauai/)
- [Oahu](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/united-states/hawaii/oahu/)
- [London](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/london/)
- [Scotland](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/scotland/)
- [Costa Rica](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/costa-rica/)
- [Spain](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/spain/)
- [Portugal](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/europe/portugal/)
- [Australia](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/australia/)
- [Melbourne](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/australia/melbourne/)
- [Sydney](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/australia/sydney/)
- [Cairns](https://www.lathamani.com/category/travel/australia/cairns/)