Lamplugh Glacier in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a dramatic tidewater glacier that showcases the raw, icy power of Alaska’s Inside Passage. Towering blue ice cliffs, deep crevasses, and streaks of ancient rock create a surreal landscape as the glacier meets the sea, with floating icebergs drifting across the calm waters of Glacier Bay.
This photo was captured on an Alaska cruise through Glacier Bay, one of the best ways to experience Lamplugh Glacier up close from the comfort of your ship’s deck. As you sail past, you can watch and listen for calving ice, spot seals and seabirds on the ice floes, and take in panoramic views of snowcapped peaks—an essential highlight on any Glacier Bay cruise itinerary
This umiak in Sitka, Alaska, offers a rare glimpse into the traditional boatbuilding heritage of Arctic and sub-Arctic Indigenous communities. An umiak is a large open skin boat with a lightweight wooden frame that was historically covered in seal or walrus hide and used for coastal travel, hunting, and carrying families and cargo across cold northern waters.
Set against Sitka’s dramatic backdrop of spruce-covered islands and misty mountains, the umiak highlights the deep maritime roots that connect Alaska Native cultures across the state. On display in Sitka through museum or cultural exhibits, it serves as a powerful reminder of ocean-going skills, community resilience, and survival along Alaska’s rugged coastline—an evocative stop for travelers interested in Indigenous history and maritime traditions.
The “Greetings from Seattle” mural in Belltown is a bold postcard-style street art piece that packs many of Seattle’s top icons into one highly Instagrammable wall. Each letter of SEATTLE is filled with local imagery such as the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, coffee culture, and the city’s sports teams, making it a fun stop for travelers exploring downtown Seattle.
Located on the south wall of Bedlam Coffee on 2nd Avenue, this Seattle mural is a must-see for visitors looking for unique Seattle photo spots and urban art. Easy to pair with nearby attractions, it’s a quick and colorful way to capture “all things Seattle” in a single shot on your city itinerary.A Mural in Seattle
On Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas, Norwegian Cruise Line's private Island, one can enjoy great beverages while relaxing at the beach.
Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, Ireland, is a stunning lakeside castle-turned-monastery that blends wild Irish scenery with rich history and romance. This iconic Ireland landmark sits on the shores of Pollacapall Lough, framed by the rugged Twelve Bens mountains, making it one of the most photogenic places to visit in Connemara.
Originally built in the 1860s as a Victorian castle and later transformed into a Benedictine abbey, Kylemore is known for its peaceful grounds, neo-Gothic church, and beautifully restored Victorian walled gardens. Travelers can wander the trails, enjoy the café and craft shop, and soak in a powerful sense of story, resilience, and Irish heritage—all in one unforgettable stop on a Connemara or Wild Atlantic Way itinerary.
From the mountain viewpoint high above Dubrovnik, Croatia, this panoramic shot captures a dramatic Adriatic Sea sunset pouring golden light over the walled Old Town and its famous red rooftops. The rugged slopes of Mount Srđ drop down toward the coastline, while nearby islands sit offshore under a sky filled with stormy clouds and radiant sunbeams, showcasing one of the best sunset views in Dubrovnik for photographers and adventure travelers.
The Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland, are some of the most famous sea cliffs in the world, soaring up to about 214 meters above the Atlantic Ocean along the Wild Atlantic Way. Stretching for roughly 14 kilometers at the southwestern edge of the Burren region, they offer sweeping views toward the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, and the distant hills of Connemara on clear days.
For travelers, the Cliffs of Moher are a must-see Ireland highlight, featuring well-marked cliff walks, viewing platforms, and the historic O’Brien’s Tower at the highest point for even more dramatic vistas. As part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark, this rugged coastline combines geologic wonder, rich birdlife, and iconic Irish scenery, making it one of the top attractions to include on any west coast Ireland or Wild Atlantic Way itinerary
Tower Bridge in London, captured from a City Experiences Thames River Cruise, showcasing its twin neo-Gothic towers, blue suspension walkways, and bascule design that still lifts to let ships pass along the River Thames—an iconic London landmark that Mountain Man Travels can build into a custom England itinerary
Group photo at Rasta’s on Cozumel’s wild east side, where our Cozumel Bar Hop crew (including this adventure travel advisor) is toasting the day with creamy peanut butter tequila shots, ocean views, reggae vibes, and laid-back beach bar energy.