
Lanai Cat Sanctuary
This sanctuary has everything you need if you are a cat lover. Those abandoned cats on the island find themselves a refuge when they come here. There are over 600 cats living here at any given time, with even more being added every day.
Best Time To Visit
Visit all of these kitties during a sunny, warm day. If it is raining, you may not be able to visit with them because they will hide.
You Should Know
Put aside a whole day to visit this island because it can take a bit to actually get to it. There is a small entrance fee, but donations are always welcomed to help care for the cats.
Kona Cloud Forest
This forest has plenty of nature to explore. With rare pieces hidden around every corner, it is a rain forest that is a delight to so many. You can find the connection between nature and us when you visit this place.
Best Time To Visit
The springtime is a nice time to visit this forest. You will find that it is not as hot, and the weather is nice to walk through.
You Should Know
You will find wild animals living throughout the forest and may encounter them. It does rain often, so bring an umbrella or just be prepared to have this happen.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
This memorial has been standing still since the day this happened. This is one of those memorials that you have to visit, pay respects too, and make sure you take in all that history has to offer when you walk through the doors.
Best Time To Visit
The summer months tend to be the best time to tour this monument. You will feel more comfortable.
You Should Know
You will spend around two or so hours at the memorial, so plan ahead. Purchase your tickets in advance for faster service. You will not be allowed to bring your bags or purses inside, but you can place them in the lockers.
White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad
This panoramic gold rush area is home to many sights to see, as well as old items that have been left behind from the past. You can find that the railway has carts along it. Check out the many areas and see if you can find some gold during your visit.
Best Time To Visit
Visit this area whenever you want. Of course, watching or preparing for rain is something you should do.
You Should Know
Get a tour guide who can provide you with more information about the area. Make sure to stop and check out the restaurant that is in the area, they have a beer, wine, soda, and loads of appetizers to try.
Mendenhall Glacier
This 13-mile long glacier has a welcome center for visitors and plenty of views to see. If you want to have beautiful views along the riverbank or check out a protected part of land, then this is where you can find yourself.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to travel to the glacier is during the warmer months of the year when the temperatures are higher and more comfortable.
You Should Know
You might want more than an hour to spend here because there is a lot to take in. Take some rain gear if you want to walk through the waterfall and glacier.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center offers you a chance to walk through and see all that they do for the animals and wildlife of the area. They make sure to rehab them and put them back, as they want to continue to do their part for nature.
Best Time To Visit
You can visit this center whenever you would like. Since it is inside, you can go during any season, even if it is raining.
You Should Know
There are animals throughout, but it is not necessarily a zoo. Donations are always welcomed to take care of the animals.
Harbor Island
This is part of many US cruises. You can find that the pink sand beaches are the real attraction when visiting. Watch the reefs, swim through them, enjoy the crystal-clear waters and take in the sun above. You will have everything right at your fingertips here.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to spend a day on this island is during the warmer summer months. You will enjoy the beach more when it is warmer outside.
You Should Know
There is wildlife here, especially in the water so make sure to watch where you step!
Pig Beach
This beach is popular because it is an island that is full of wild pigs that swim through the water and roll in the hot sand. You might even be able to get close enough to one of them to pet them. It is worth the see. Located in the Bahamas, find out if it is on your excursion list.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to travel here is when it is warmer out because this is mostly when you will find the pigs rolling in the sand and water.
You Should Know
You can feed the pigs when you are there. You can see more than pigs, as well. There are puffer fish, sharks, and even more.