Adventure travel is kind of our thing. When we were looking to plan an international getaway for just the two of us, I told Ben I wanted to give the Caribbean a try. We had been all over Central America chasing…
Real Talk – New Year New Start
I’ve been doing some reflecting on last year, as most people do around the New Year, and I feel as sad as I do optimistic. Feeling motivated or optimistic is sort of synonymous with the first of anything, really –…
Postcards from the Antelope Canyons
The Antelope Canyons are one of the most photographed destinations in the world…it’s easy to see why. The fascinating thing, though, is how every photo is little different. The silica quartz creates a shimmery glow that is so mesmerizing, we never tire…
Travel Diary – Making Connections
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Try New Things: Earlier this year I traveled to San Pancho. This was my 1st visit to Mexico & I was surprised by how many friends hadn’t experienced Mexico outside of “all-inclusive” resorts. For us, the jungle is…
Travel Europe by Train with Eurostar
Earlier this year I had a life-changing travel experience. London and Paris were filled with pinch-me moments, for sure, but one memory I can’t shake is the Eurostar Train… We boarded in London at St. Pancras – I highly recommend arriving early to walk through this…
Do Comforts Keep Us From True Fulfillment?
In an entry from my travel diary, which was written while sitting in one of the chairs pictured above, I had jotted down all of the things I would have done differently on our trip. “I would have liked to…
Checking In – Tailwind Jungle Lodge
Have you ever considered ecotourism, aka eco-travel, aka green-travel, aka traveling like a hippie? Eco-travel has become a trendy new way to approach all angles of the jet-setting experience, but many cut the cord when it comes to their accommodations. Sure…
Tip for Preparing for Adventure Travel in Mexico
The first thing I do to prepare for travel, after choosing a destination, is start researching the culture and environment/ecosystem. I want to be sure that I am comfortable while prepared and respectful. Picking A Destination & Travel Style Mexico &…
Staying at Casa Marbella in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
My husband and I reserved 10 days at Casa Marbella, and shared the larger two bedroom suite with our friends from Florida. Case Marbella came highly recommended by some friends who frequent for surfing and we are so glad we…
