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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 […]
September 8, 2022
French Polynesia might be the closest thing to paradise on earth and a bucket list destination for millions of tourists. An overseas collectivity of France, it encompasses 118 islands and atolls (76 inhabited) in the South Pacific. French Polynesia is divided into five archipelagos known as the Austral, Gambier, Marquesas, Society, and Tuamotu archipelagos. The […]
August 26, 2022
Located at the top of the Yucatan peninsula, Isla Holbox, or Holbox Island (pronounced hole-bosh), is the best Mexican beach destination, hands-down! Think of a dreamy paradise without the crowds and chaos of Tulum or Playa del Carman, with sugar sand translucent turquoise beaches lined with swaying coconut palms. Add to that a colorful boho […]
August 2, 2022
The US (and many other places in the world) experiences cold winters and rainy springtime. If you live in one of the cooler climates, the thought of spreading a towel on a warm, palm-lined beach or curling up with a book under an oceanfront palapa with turquoise waves lapping at your feet is very appealing. […]