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I'm delighted you have stopped by Planet Janet Travels. I'm a globe-trotting Baby Boomer with over 80 countries logged on my passport. I love to share personal stories and photos from my grand adventures to many of our planet's best destinations.
Planet Janet Travels Blog
2M ago
Scotland is certainly popular with international visitors, owing in part to the wild, natural beauty of the Highlands. In particular, the Isle of Skye boasts some of Scotland’s most rugged & spectacular scenery – making it a favorite Scottish destination for visitors & locals alike. The Isle of Skye is the largest of the Inner […]
The post Scotland’s Dramatic Isle of Skye – Visiting Portree & Trotternish Peninsula first appeared on Planet Janet Travels ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
3M ago
Visiting Edinburgh for the first time, it didn’t take long to understand the rave reviews from my fellow travelers. This beautiful European city has it all – a myriad of fascinating sights, fun attractions, pure Scottish pleasures, and so much history! Edinburgh’s compact medieval Old Town & elegant Georgian New Town contain most of the […]
The post Touring Edinburgh – Scotland’s Historic Capital Brims with Visitor Delights first appeared on Planet Janet Travels ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
4M ago
Visiting Edinburgh for the first time, it didn’t take long to understand the rave reviews from my fellow travelers. This beautiful European city has it all – a myriad of fascinating sights, fun attractions, pure Scottish pleasures, and so much history! Edinburgh’s compact medieval Old Town & elegant Georgian New Town contain most of the […]
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Planet Janet Travels Blog
5M ago
Entering Cusco’s train station early that September morning, I was warmly greeted by white-gloved PeruRail staff. They directed me first to the Equipaje (luggage area) to leave my larger checked bag. Returning, I was shown to my seat #A-10 on the “Inka Class” train car that would soon transport me to Puno & Lake Titicaca […]
The post My Peruvian Train Adventure – Stranded in the Andean Altiplano first appeared on Planet Janet Travels ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
8M ago
Zagreb’s Cathedral & Ban Jelacic square (in forefront) / Credit: DepositPhotos
Croatia is a popular travel destination with its beautiful Dalmatian coastline and sparkling towns of Dubrovnik & Split. Alas, most travelers do not make it “inland” to Zagreb, Croatia’s charming capital city. Those that do will discover Zagreb is NOT overrun with tourists – and offers visitors a plethora of delights!
Indeed, Zagreb is a fascinating blend of modern & old (medieval & Baroque). Walking its historic cobblestone streets evokes visions of Old World Prague. In addition, Zagreb’s bustling ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
10M ago
Photo Credit: Manhyia Palace / Akwasidae Procession of the Ashanti King – Feb. 2023 / Click all photos to enlarge
The Akwasidae Festival is one of West Africa’s most fascinating cultural events. Held on the grounds of the Royal Palace in Kumasi, Ghana, this traditional ceremony of the Ashanti Kingdom has been celebrated for centuries. It’s a spectacular visual feast chocked full of African-style pomp & circumstance!
The Ashanti (also called Asante) is one of the last great African kingdoms. In line with its Akan calendar, Akwasidae is celebrated every 6 weeks on a Sunday. The festival dr ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
10M ago
Planning an international trip? Congratulations! As part of your travel prep, making sure your passport is current and that you have the needed travel visas are critical ingredients for success. Not having an updated passport & required visas can be a recipe for a travel disaster – and I should know!
Yes, I have had “visa screw-ups” – TWO TIMES! – that really messed with my travel plans. Even though they both happened over 20 years ago, the painful memories still linger. So, I want to make sure that you are never turned away at an airport (like me!) or border crossing because your documen ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
11M ago
Tower of Belem / Credit: DepositPhotos
Belém, Lisbon’s southwestern-most district, is a treasure-trove of visitor delights from Portugal’s Golden Age. Its historic landmarks, like the Tower of Belém and sail-shaped Discoveries Monument, recall Portugal’s seafaring prowess when it was Europe’s wealthiest power.
Lisbon Map Credit: Rick Steves Portugal / Click all photos to enlarge
Historically, Belém was the location of Lisbon’s shipyards & docks. Thus, it was the final sending off point for voyages during the Age of Discovery in the 15th & 16th centuries. From here, famed explorers ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
1y ago
Welcome to Rotorua – a must-see destination on New Zealand’s North Island. In a country known for stunning & varied natural beauty, Rotorua delights visitors with its unique geothermal features. You’ll find dramatic spouting geysers, bubbling mud pots, smoking steam vents, and many hot springs (with some for bathing!)
In addition, Rotorua is certainly the best place to experience the traditional customs of New Zealand’s indigenous Māori people with their rich history & culture. These two special worlds – the people and their landscape – are inextricably linked.
My New Zealand Tr ..read more
Planet Janet Travels Blog
1y ago
Plitvice Lakes National Park / Photo Credit: Deposit Photos / Click on all photos to enlarge
Imagine walking along crystalline blue-green waters, surrounded by majestic white travertine rock & beautiful, lush forests. All the while being awed by the countless waterfalls and cascades of water flowing between the park’s many lakes. Welcome to Croatia’s magical Plitvice Lakes National Park.
Plitvice Lakes had been high on my travel list because of the almost surreal photos I’ve seen (like the one above), as well as the glowing accolades from friends who had already visited the park.
My OAT ..read more