Antarctica Archives • Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog Solo Female Travel In NYC & Beyond + Blogging Tips Tue, 22 Mar 2022 20:39:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 https://jessieonajourney.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/favicon.png Antarctica Archives • Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog 32 32 10 Alternatives To The Galapagos Islands https://jessieonajourney.com/10-alternatives-to-the-galapagos-islands/ https://jessieonajourney.com/10-alternatives-to-the-galapagos-islands/#respond Fri, 06 Jul 2012 17:17:07 +0000 http://jessieonajourney.local/?p=4773 The Galapagos Islands are well known for their endemic wildlife, unique flora and strong ecological philosophy. However, the destination isn’t the only place in the world to experience an unparalleled natural setting. In fact, islands in AsiaSouth AmericaEurope and even the continent of Antarctica all feature one-of-a-kind encounters for those interested in seeing something new in the outdoors. Scuba dive one of the most diverse coral reefs in the world in Vanuatu, relax on pristine white beaches on Brazil‘s Fernando de Noronha and witness the hundreds of sunbathing sea lions on Kangaroo Island in Australia. These are just a few of the experiences to be had in these worthwhile destinations. Click here for a more visual idea of these alternatives.]]> https://jessieonajourney.com/10-alternatives-to-the-galapagos-islands/feed/ 0 12 Stunning Desert Landscapes https://jessieonajourney.com/12-stunning-desert-landscapes/ https://jessieonajourney.com/12-stunning-desert-landscapes/#respond Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:13:01 +0000 http://jessieonajourney.local/?p=4766 There are many beautiful landscapes to be seen all over the world. Sparkling oceans, lush flora, tall mountains, barren tundra and unique rock formations cover the Earth, giving contrast to its many destinations. One of the most interesting types of scenery to take in, however, is the desert. While many automatically think of sandy, infertile, colorless areas of land, there are actually many vibrant and unique desert landscapes to be visited. Vast expanses of salt plains in Bolivia, curvaceous sand dunes in Jordan, enormous rock pinnacles in Australia and unworldly vegetation in Yemen make up some of the planet’s must-see deserts. For a more visual experience, click here to continue to the photo gallery.]]> https://jessieonajourney.com/12-stunning-desert-landscapes/feed/ 0