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Nestled between the Sierra Madre Mountains and Banderas Bay along Mexico’s Pacific Coast resides CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. Not only does the location lend itself to stunning natural views but the popular beach town of Puerto Vallarta … Read more
“About 1 in 1,000 baby sea turtles will make it to adulthood.” Defenders of Wildlife This bleak statistic exemplifies the threat to the Sea Turtle population around the globe. These incredible creatures have a lineage that can be traced back … Read more
Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Wedding: Everything You Need to Know I recently had the pleasure of staying at Now Amber with my mother and my 3 year old son. Not only is this a fabulous luxury family friendly all-inclusive resort, … Read more
Mexico Sunset February 12, 2012 Dreams Resort, Nuevo / Puerto Vallarta
This winter has been a harsh one with single digit temperatures and wind chill below freezing for most of the United States. We’ve been pummeled by one record breaking storm after another. My girlfriends in the north toes are in a … Read more
If you’re looking for some excitement on your next vacation, nothing beats the thrill of a surfing adventure. There are heaps of sun-kissed destinations to choose from for surfing in Mexico, and it offers unbeatable conditions in a paradise setting. … Read more
If you’re looking for an unforgettable trip to Scandinavia, read on for pro travel tips on how to explore Alesund Norway. I’m not sure if you’re aware of this or not, but Ålesund Norway is considered one of the most … Read more
Taking a vacation is one of the most exciting parts of life, especially when you spend so much time working. Figuring out where to go can be difficult, though. When deciding where to get away for your yearly break from … Read more
It is no secret that winter has arrived, especially if you are someone who lives on the East Coast. You can probably empathize with the feeling of wanting to visit somewhere warm, maybe even tropical, and the sooner the better. … Read more
Let’s take a winter getaway this year and head somewhere with nothing but sunshine and sandy shores! Sounds incredible, right? Finding warm places to visit in December is always a good idea. If the winter months have you down or … Read more
Accessible only by boat, Las Caletas is a secluded family-friendly beach getaway tucked quietly away in the jungles of the Sierra Madres, Mexico. This private beach (long an in-the-know secret of sorts) was formerly owned by the famous film director … Read more
As you all know, Ben and I recently had a beautiful destination wedding in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. It was perfect in so many ways and an absolute nightmare in others. I have so much to share you with, but in … Read more
With over 220,000 miles of coastline in the world, there are thousands of beaches to choose from to get your fill of surf and sunshine (eh, see what I did there?). Everyone knows the ones that make every top 10 list … Read more
In a season where it is so easy to get caught up in consumerism, it’s so important that we, as individuals, take the time to remember the true spirit of the holidays. It’s a time for giving back to those … Read more
Who do you become if you can’t be you? That may seem like an odd question, but the Mike Prickett accident may make you think about it for a moment. If something was taken away from you that made up … Read more
I just got back from Puerto Vallarta and I’m already missing all the delicious Mexican food! So this week I’m going to try some mexican inspired recipes. For my Vegan fans, that means featuring another amazing recipe from my friend … Read more