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Map of Nordic Countries

Nordic Countries

Nordic Countries Table of Contents 37 days 2024 Summer I’ve been intrigued by Iceland since I planned my first trip to Europe in 1983 and discovered Icelandair was cheap and you could do free layovers. I couldn’t fit it in then and haven’t been able to since. I’ve tried to see the Norwegian fjords a

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tufa against lake and mountains

Mono Lake

Mono Lake is the reason we came to this area. The tufas were everything I imagined. So unique.

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white trees in rain

Eastern Sierra

It was a long drive from Wawona to Mammoth Lakes since the road through Yosemite was closed due to snow, but it was still scenic.

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cabin with illuminated Half Dome

Curry Village

Our cabin in Curry Village was charming, right on the shuttle route, and kept out the bears. We also saw wildlife up close.

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Sentinel Falls

Sentinel Falls

The shuttle stop for Sentinel Falls is #11, Four Mile Trail. You can also get nice views of Yosemite Falls from there.

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Stoneman Meadow

Stoneman Meadow

Stoneman Meadow is near Curry Village and offers good views of Staircase Falls, Half Dome, the Royal Arches, and more.

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Yosemite Falls

Yosemite Falls

You can see Yosemite Falls from a number of places in Yosemite Valley. There is one place to get up close and in your face. (Literally)

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dogwoods on trail

Mirror Lake Trail

We walked to Mirror Lake twice: first on the trail, then on the road. The trail is not difficult. The road is even easier. The scenery is great either way.

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