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November 3, 2022
Mexico is a very large country with diverse landscapes so it only stands to reason that there are a multitude of unique places to visit, some well-known and others less discovered. Mystical cenotes, shimmering turquoise beaches, steamy jungles, ancient ruins, authentic pueblo magicos (magic towns), cliff-hanging hot springs, and petrified waterfalls are just a few […]
September 27, 2022
The capital and second-largest city in South Carolina, Columbia may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about fun things to do. But it should. The vibrant city is known not only for its southern charm, important history, a community of artists, collegiate excellence, and superb gastronomy but there are […]
September 7, 2022
It’s nothing short of surreal… A man “on fire” with fire coral flaring out of his eyes, nose and ears… A small smiling girl looks up to the surface… A group of businessmen with their heads in the sand, oblivious to the world around them… No, these are not real people, but just a few […]
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. […]
July 8, 2022
Mérida is one of Mexico’s greatest cultural cities with a rich Mayan heritage. As the capital and center of the Yucatan, this thriving Mayan city also serves as the best hub to explore the nearby colorful colonial-era cities, beautiful tropical beaches, cenotes, and ancient Mayan ruins, all within a two-hour drive in any direction. Twice […]
June 30, 2022
Stretching 200 miles across four barrier islands that separate mainland North Carolina from the Atlantic Ocean, the Outer Banks (also known as OBX) offers a diversity of landscapes, from pristine protected beaches to marshes to stunning gardens to seriously large sand dunes. In addition to one of the oldest and most mysterious histories in the […]
May 25, 2022
When I first visited Valladolid Yucatan in 2013, I found a charming, Spanish/Mexican colonial town with rows of colorful houses, close to Mayan ruins, and amazing cenotes. It was such a pretty secret gem! Not far from the Yucatan capital of Merida, Valladolid is a delightful Spanish colonial town consisting of narrow cobblestone streets lined […]
May 10, 2022
Boasting a near-perfect year-round climate, Florida is our #1 favorite state for outdoor adventures. Every time we visit, without exception, we find new and exciting things to do. On our most recent trip, we found a plethora of fun adventures in Central Florida that were new to us. Different sources give their own definitions for […]
March 31, 2022
For couples seeking epic, historic, nature, and pure adrenaline experiences, the number of West Volusia adventures will blow your mind! Located only 40 miles from Orlando and 20 miles from Daytona Beach, West Volusia is the perfect spot to break up your visits to theme parks and the beach. With the motto “Old Florida, New […]