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It has been almost a year since Hurricane Maria tore through Puerto Rico, devastating the island. Despite the fact that nearly 12 months have passed, many are still without power and struggling to get access to basic necessities such as … Read more
What is the first thing you want to do on a girl’s getaway? Hit the beach or hit the ground running? Whether you jam-pack your itinerary with activities from dawn ‘til dusk or prefer to do absolutely nothing, Puerto Rico … Read more
In San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico, the Atlantic Ocean laps against the shores and provides a serene setting for the miles of beautiful beaches. Ponce de Leon founded the city in 1521 making it the oldest city on … Read more
With a diverse history of original Taino Indian inhabitants to Spanish colonization with African slaves and the ultimate acquisition by the United States, Puerto Rico is a veritable melting pot of cultures. Being a “stopping point” for many travelers on … Read more
This post brought to you by Puerto Rico, The All-Star Island. All opinions are 100% mine. As a US Commonwealth (read: no need for Passports or foreign money) many people flock to Puerto Rico and its 270 miles of coastline as a … Read more
This Puerto Rican Sofrito recipe is a flavor bomb of peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro and oil blended together to make a sauce or puree. It freezes well and believe me, you’ll want to use this on everything! My favorite thing about … Read more
This is an amazing traditional pork roast recipe from Puerto Rico that you’ll want to make again and again. Puerto Rican Pernil Adobo is usually served at Christmas. One of my favorite things about traveling the world is immersing myself … Read more
Move over, acai and blueberries. There’s a new superfruit in town, and its name is granadilla. This delicious fruit is native to Central and South America and has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its many health benefits. … Read more
Planning your first cruise can be an exciting but nerve wracking time but we’ve broken it down into baby steps with helpful tips for choosing the perfect combination for your first cruise vacation. There are so many cruise lines, ships, … Read more
Cinco de Mayo is a great opportunity to celebrate and teach children about the combined US and Mexican cultures. These are some Cinco de Mayo activities for kids educational ideas. Despite what you might think you know about Cinco de Mayo, … Read more
Hotel Xcaret Mexico is THE place to stay in Riviera Maya for those that want luxury, delicious food, relaxation and a plethora of choose your own adventure. Carved between the Caribbean Sea and the lush jungles of Riviera Maya I found … Read more
If you aren’t sure where to start, consider some of these charities and organizations for ideas on how to help hurricane victims. Does it ever seem like our news cycle has the attention span of a toddler? While every day … Read more
Where can you explore authentic Asian cuisine without having to take a trip around the world? Try our ultimate hole in the wall foodie restaurants in Richmond, British Columbia. I am guilty of being a bit of a food novice. … Read more
Our children learn by example, and as parents we are their prime examples of how to eat, stay fit, and reach our full potential. With the beginning of a new year and all of the resolutions we make, do any … Read more
Solar power is emerging as an important renewable energy source that produces no pollution and has vast potential. The sun sits over 90 million miles away from the earth, but it only takes sunlight roughly ten minutes to travel that … Read more
Is there a dream in your life that has faded away with time? What was it that held you back from achieving it? Was it lack of funding, self-doubt or maybe just the realities of juggling everyday life? As the … Read more