Visiting African Pengins at Boulders Beach in Simon's Town, South Africa by JetSettingFools.com

African Penguins at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa

Warm weather and sandy beaches don’t exactly conjure up images of penguins – the funny little birds are more often thought of living in cold climates. But at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa – just south of Cape Town –more than 3,000 endangered African Penguins are living on the sandy shore.… Read the rest


Lake Bled Hiking To Scenic Viewpoints

If we thought we landed in a fairy tale when we arrived in Ljubljana, Slovenia, we were in no way prepared for the captivating atmosphere of Lake Bled. Nestled amidst snow-capped mountains, the serene lake has one island, which is occupied by a church with a wish-granting bell, and a dramatic cliff-hanging castle along the shore.… Read the rest


Cape Town Self-Guided Walking Tour South Africa JetSettingFools.com

Cape Town Sightseeing: A Self-Guided Cape Town Walking Tour

Cape Town has a bright and colorful city center that is steeped in history and culture. The city has beautiful architecture, nearby nature and a lively entertainment district on the water. Although many of the city’s top attractions are away from the city center, we made room in our Cape Town Itinerary to explore Cape Town on foot.… Read the rest


Snorkeling Cairns The Best Great Barrier Reef Tours by JetSettingFools.com

Snorkeling Cairns: The Best Great Barrier Reef Tours

On my first trip to Australia I only had one must-do activity on my list: Go Snorkeling on a Great Barrier Reef Cruise. I had snorkeled in the Caribbean Sea while visiting St. Maarten, at Captain Cook in Kona, Hawaii and in the lagoons surrounding Moorea Island, French Polynesia – and I wasn’t leaving Australia without taking a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour.… Read the rest