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Real Trips, Thoughtfully Planned

This space shares real trips we’ve planned and experienced ourselves. While Wunderway Travel is a newer business, our approach to travel has been shaped over years of hands-on experience on the road.

Here, we focus on what those trips felt like, the places, moments, and details that brought each journey to life. Through photos and reflections, we offer a closer look at the experience behind the plan.

These posts go beyond logistics, capturing the sights, experiences, and small moments that make travel memorable.

A Road Trip Through Iceland

Highlights from the Trip

- Snorkeling in Silfra, floating between the European and North American tectonic plates
- Walking behind Seljalandsfoss and hiking to hidden waterfalls nearby
- Climbing the steps at Skógafoss and hiking past smaller, lesser-known falls
- Catching the Northern Lights at Grótta Lighthouse after multiple nights of trying
- Ending the trip completely relaxed at Sky Lagoon

Four days in Iceland packed in waterfalls, geothermal wonders, black sand beaches, and one of the coolest experiences we’ve ever had, snorkeling between tectonic plates. This trip felt adventurous, fast-paced, and unforgettable, with just enough downtime to soak it all in.

Favorite Stops or Experiences

Silfra Snorkeling

Hands down one of the coolest things we’ve ever done. The water was freezing, but the visibility and experience of floating between continents was worth every second.

Skógafoss Hike

After climbing 527 steps, continuing past the main waterfall made the experience even better. The smaller falls along the trail felt quiet and underrated compared to the crowds below.

Reykjavík Evenings

From wandering Rainbow Road to chatting with local bartenders during happy hour, Reykjavík felt cozy, walkable, and full of character, especially at night.

What the Trip Was Really Like

The pace was active and full, especially the first two days. Weather played a role — cold wind at Reynisfjara made it feel much colder than the temperature suggested. Some mornings started slower than planned, but that flexibility helped us enjoy the trip without feeling rushed.

Trying fermented shark? Once was enough.

Final Thoughts

This trip worked because it balanced adventure with intention. It wasn’t about seeing everything — it was about seeing the right things in the right order. Iceland is dramatic, humbling, and absolutely worth the planning it requires.

Best for travelers who love road trips, don’t mind changing weather, and want experiences that feel truly one-of-a-kind.

Curious how this trip was planned?

View the planning overview here → Planned Trips: Iceland

Inspired by a Trip Like This?

If Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, waterfall-filled drives, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences caught your attention, we can help you design a trip that matches your sense of adventure and your comfort level. From pacing long drives to balancing active days with moments to slow down, we build itineraries that feel exciting without being overwhelming.

If you’re ready to turn inspiration into a thoughtful plan, start with our travel survey and let’s create an Iceland trip, or something entirely different, that fits your travel style, pace, and priorities.

Wunderway Travel Survey

A Honeymoon at Xcaret Arte

What was supposed to be a relaxing honeymoon turned into one of the most active, memorable trips we’ve ever taken. Between spa rituals, underground rivers, adventure parks, incredible food, and more steps than we care to admit, Xcaret Arte delivered an experience that felt immersive, joyful, and anything but boring.

Favorite Experiences

Xel-Ha Park

Easily one of the highlights of the entire trip. Snorkeling alongside stingrays, blue marlin, and massive schools of fish made this feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience — and we still didn’t do everything.

Encanta

A seven-course tasting menu that ended up being our favorite meal of the trip. Thoughtful, creative, and worth planning an evening around.

Xenses & Xplor Fuego

Equal parts fun, disorienting, thrilling, and slightly terrifying (in the best way). Nighttime cave exploration and zip lines ending in water were unforgettable.

What the Trip Was Really Like

This was not a “lie by the pool all day” honeymoon, and that’s exactly why it worked for us. Some days were physically demanding, others slower and restorative. Plans changed when energy dipped, naps were essential, and flexibility made everything better.

Also: this resort will have you racking up steps fast.

Final Thoughts

Xcaret Arte is ideal for travelers who want to stay curious, active, and immersed, while still enjoying luxury and comfort. This trip worked because it let us do a lot without ever having to plan everything.

It’s not a traditional honeymoon, but for the right couple, it’s an unforgettable one.

Curious how this trip was planned?

View the planning overview here → Planned Trips: Iceland

Inspired by a Trip Like This?

If a honeymoon or getaway that blends adventure, wellness, food, and culture sounds like your style, we can help design a trip that matches your pace and priorities, whether that’s Xcaret Arte or somewhere entirely different.

Start with our travel survey and let’s turn inspiration into a thoughtful, personalized plan.

Wunderway Travel Survey

Highlights from the Trip

- Exploring multiple Xcaret parks, including Xenses, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, and Xel-Ha
- Floating underground rivers, zip lining into water, and kayaking through fish-filled canals
- The hydrotherapy spa circuit and jungle massage at Xel-Ha
- Xoximilco’s floating fiesta with live music, food, and drinks
- Incredible dining experiences, from vegan tasting menus to teppanyaki

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