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April 1, 2024
Culling down the list of the best white sand beaches in Europe to just ten was hard. And when I say “hard,” I mean extremely difficult. First, there are so many gorgeous beaches on the continent; second, it’s extremely subjective. One thing that I took into consideration is that I’m not a fan of black […]
January 23, 2024
You don’t need a passport to find a gorgeous beach. The United States is a huge country with lots of natural diversity – and that includes beaches. I’ve been searching for the best US beaches for most of my adult life; some of the romantic getaways in the USA also deserve consideration as the best […]
January 3, 2024
Alanya is often passed up for its more popular neighbor, Antalya. But is Alanya worth visiting? In a word, yes. The world-famous Alanya beach – Cleopatra’s Beach, and several Alanya attractions are worth a few days’ visit. Alanya is a resort town on Turkey’s central Mediterranean coast (also known as the Turkish Riviera). Its broad […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
May 12, 2023
Bacalar Mexico is often called “the Maldives of Mexico.” Having now been to both, I’d concur that’s an accurate description. The local Mayans call Bacalar the Lagoon of Seven Colors because they say you can see seven shades of blue in the pristine water. We counted them, and sure enough, you can…from the lightest aqua […]
May 1, 2023
Located in the south of the country, the Peloponnese peninsula is a treat for all your senses. Shaped like a tree leaf, the pristine Peloponnese beaches, charming villages, archaeological sites, mysterious ruins, medieval castles, olive groves, mountain peaks, and vineyards combine to make this region one of the most fascinating places to visit in Greece. […]
March 1, 2023
You’re familiar with it. That glorious slice of land where the Yucatan Peninsula meets the Caribbean Sea. With impossibly iridescent turquoise water lapping onto soft, white-sand, palm-lined beaches, the Mexico Caribbean coast is the very definition of “tropical paradise.” Stretching north from Cancun down to Chetumal on the border of Belize, the Mexican Caribbean has […]
January 17, 2023
Thailand is a wealth of intriguing culture and rich history. But after you’ve had your fill of the gorgeous temples, stately palaces, and Golden Buddhas of Bangkok, head south to take in these 20 things to do in Phuket for couples! Nicknamed “the Pearl of the Andaman,” Phuket is the largest and most well-known of […]