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Thursday, November 1, 2018

iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

During a trip to iSimangaliso Wetland Park in South Africa we were lucky enough to have a frequent visitor to the area lead us to one of the most magical beaches we have ever been to. The beach was absolutely beautiful, completely empty and when the tide went out it revealed tidal rock pools that were like little warm bathtubs. Within many of the pools were some of the most beautiful sea shells I have ever been lucky enough to find and one of the larger pools had some great snorkeling...the kids were in heaven! What a find...although a bit of a challenge to get to!

To see more pictures of Mile 9 beach check out my Instagram Feed.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Africa

There were many things that surprised and amazed me about Victoria Falls, but more than anything, I couldn't believe how much spray there was coming off the falls at the driest time of year. The back part of the falls were almost completely dry, yet standing near the front portion we still got soaked with spray....I can't imagine what the spray is like when the falls are at their fullest! I wonder if you would even be able to see anything?!?

To see more pictures of Victoria Falls check out my Instagram Feed.

Monday, October 29, 2018

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Table Mountain is a spectacular place at any time of day, but my favorite time is at sunset. In my opinion the best time to be on the top of Table Mountain is a couple of hours before the sun sets, giving you a chance to hike around, see all there is to see and then settle in with a beer or glass of wine for the spectacular show...the sunset!

If you are lucky you will even get some clouds rolling in from the south, just up and over the back side of the mountain, that won't obstruct your sunset but will give you the sensation that the mountains are being swallowed by a big gentle wave.

For more pics of the sunset on table mountain check out my instagram feed!

Friday, October 26, 2018

Little Zigzag Falls, Mt. Hood, Oregon, USA

Do you love to hike but have small people that always want to be carried? The hike to Little Zigzag Falls on Mt. Hood is the perfect solution. The trail is 1/2 mile one way and is relatively flat, shaded and delightful. It is a forest trail running next to and over the Little Zigzag River and at the end of the trail you come to a beautiful waterfall with a nice area to have a snack or a picnic.

There is enough natural features (bridge, running water, rocks, logs, cave like overhangs, etc.) to occupy the attention of your small people and if you are so inclined a Lightsaber or a pirate sword might add to the adventure too! If you have older children it is also perfect for them…they don’t have to exert too much energy and they may even be brave enough to venture into the cold water for a selfie!

To see more of the trail go to my instagram feed: https://www.instagram.com/hollypowers_photography/

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Lake Sibaya, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

A perfect picnic spot...perfectly picturesque but maybe not perfect...let's call it a cautious picnic spot...see the line in the water where the water goes from dark to light? You can wade and play in the clear light colored water, but don't venture close to where the water gets dark and deep because that is where the crocodiles lurk. See the little jetty of sand on the left side of the picture? Around that bend there is a pod of hippos...you can hear them in the distance. A perfect cautious picnic...This is Africa after all!

Check out my instagram to see what's around the bend! https://www.instagram.com/hollypowers_photography/

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

Rochester Falls, Mauritius

On the flight to Mauritius we saw this amazing waterfall in the in-flight safety video. People jumped off of it with the flight lifejackets on to demonstrate a water-landing...I was determined to find it! And we did!