Choosing a shore excursion on Star Clippers
After taking dozens of photos of the tall ship from the water and even more from the bow, stern and helm I realized it was actually possible to take too many photos of something. I was on the Royal...
View ArticleRomance Interrupted – Antigua, Guatemala
Antigua's atmospheric colonial architecture, cobblestone streets and impressive volcano make it one of the world's most romantic destinations. Founded in 1524, the UNESCO World Heritage site is Latin...
View ArticleSwamp love in Barra de Navidad, Mexico
It's never a good sign when a hiking journey begins with a shout for "Help!" We were just five minutes into a stroll through the mangroves in a nature preserve near Barra de Navidad on Mexico's Pacific...
View ArticleBreathe easy in a Nuu-Muu exercise dress + win one too
Lots of people look cool, calm and collected in their yoga gear. Not me. Especially when I'm at my condo in Mexico where I have to climb a steep hill in 28 Celsius weather to get to my class at Yoga...
View ArticleCelebrate winter at Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain
Fist-fighting, log jousting and snowball throwing, it’s puzzling why so many northern winter traditions seem to involve pain. So, it should come as no surprise that painfully cold water is an important...
View ArticleNight bus to Guatemala
For two countries that once shared the mighty Maya empire, it's surprisingly difficult to travel between Mexico and Guatemala. From Oaxaca, most people travel by bus via the sweaty town of Tapachula or...
View ArticleRiding horseback to Atotonilco Hot Springs near Puerto Escondido
A horseback ride to the Atotonilco Hot Springs near Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca is a magical blend of adventure and wellness.
View ArticleReview: Fujifilm XP70 waterproof camera in Turks & Caicos
A review of the Fujifilm FinePix XP70 waterproof camera with images taken by a 9-year old photographer
View Article7 awesome natural wonders in Puerto Escondido
Connecting with nature boosts mental and physical wellness. It also opens the heart to the wonders of the natural world. The state of Oaxaca is less than 5% of Mexico's total land area but boasts the...
View ArticleA wild boat trip to San Pedro, Lake Atitlan
A wild boat ride across Lake Atitlan from the lakeside Maya village of San Pedro la Laguna from Panajachel, Guatemala
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