June 29, 2023
With more than 8,000 miles of shoreline, diverse landscapes, and a nickname of “the Sunshine State,” determining what are the best places to visit in Florida can be a challenge. The southernmost U.S. state lies between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic, but beyond the world-class beaches, there are also exhilarating theme parks, fascinating […]
June 28, 2023
Pompeii is a vast UNESCO World Heritage excavated archaeological site near the coast of the Bay of Naples. Once a booming and sophisticated Roman port city, in 79 A.D. Pompeii was buried under up to 20 feet of ash and pumice after the catastrophic 2-day, 10-mile-high eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The fine ash and mud […]
June 19, 2023
Tamarindo, in the Guanacaste Province, on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, is known for its beautiful sandy beaches and strong waves that attract surfers worldwide. The beaches in Tamarindo Costa Rica are also perfect for families. Travelers in search of Costa Rica’s “pura vida” (simple life) lifestyle will enjoy this charming beach town. The town’s excellent […]
June 15, 2023
Mexico was the second international country I visited, in my early 20s, and I’ve been going back ever since (several decades). Visiting the Mexico ruins is one of the reasons why I continue to go back to this county. Each one, whether Mayan, Aztec, or Zapotec, is incredible in its own way, even the tiny […]
June 12, 2023
Mesmerizing turquoise water lapping onto pristine sugar-sand beaches, there isn’t a prettier beach anywhere in the Caribbean. Unlike the more frenetic Cancun to the north, Tulum has a more laid-back beach vibe, although it has rapidly gone from a sleepy fishing town to an upscale holiday destination featuring a myriad of eco-chic boutique hotels. With […]
June 8, 2023
Is Romania Europe’s prettiest country? It just might be. Enchanting town plazas that date back to medieval times, Parisian-like capital city, rolling hills as far as the eye can see, castles cloaked in the mystery of Count Dracula, craggy mountain vistas, and a seemingly infinite array of fortresses and churches. There are so many places […]
June 5, 2023
Japan is called the “land of the rising sun” because, from China, it appears that the sun rises from the direction of Japan. Nearly 30 million tourists visit the archipelago of thousands of islands every year because there are so many famous things in Japan to see. The island country offers a diversity of contrasts […]
May 29, 2023
When it comes to looking for an authentic experience in Thailand, you will find there are many things to do in Chiang Mai that connect travelers to Thailand’s cultural side. It’s a fairly small city located in the north of Thailand, known for its stunning temples, delicious food, elephant sanctuaries, and surrounding natural beauty. It’s […]
May 24, 2023
Perched on the peaks of towering limestone pillars formed millions of years ago, the monasteries of Meteora view is hauntingly enchanting. Constructed during the Middle Ages, Meteora is a marvel of human creativity. The Greek word meteora means “suspended in the air,” and this phrase aptly describes the otherworldly Meteora view. Originally there were 24 […]
May 19, 2023
Postcard-perfect Krabi is one of the more popular tourist destinations in Southern Thailand and it’s easy to see why… it’s my favorite destination in Thailand! The diversity of surrounding nature is astounding, from towering limestone cliffs rising out of the ocean to pristine jungle landscapes, miles of stunning beaches, natural hot springs, mangrove forests, delicious […]