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      • Beach Porn Alert: 7 Reasons Why You Need To Put Lagos, Portugal On Your Bucket List Now
      • The Top Portugal Beaches To Visit
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      • Your Thailand Songkran Water Festival Guide
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    • Belize
      • Ambergris Caye
      • Caye Caulker
    • Cambodia, Koh Rong Samloem
    • Costa Rica
      • Arenal and La Fortuna
      • The Osa Peninsula, Corcovado National Park
      • Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Guatemala
      • Lake Atitlan
    • Indonesia
      • Ambon, Maluku
      • Bali
      • Gili Islands
      • Kai Island, Maluku
      • Raja Ampat
      • Sumatra-Belitung Island
    • Mexico
      • Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo
      • La Paz
      • Patzcuaro
      • San Miguel De Allende
      • Todos Santos-The Antidote To Cabo!
      • Zipolite Beach: A Complete Travel Guide
    • Portugal
      • Beach Porn Alert: 7 Reasons Why You Need To Put Lagos, Portugal On Your Bucket List Now
      • The Top Portugal Beaches To Visit
    • Sri Lanka
      • Colombo, Sri Lanka
      • Ella
      • Mirissa Beach
      • Yala National Park
    • Thailand
      • Bangkok
      • Koh Lipe
      • Phi Phi
      • Phuket
      • Railay Beach-Krabi Town
      • Your Thailand Songkran Water Festival Guide
  • Places To Stay
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Recent Posts

  • Where to Stay in Los Cabos: 7 Boutique Hotels That Make Baja Feel Unforgettable
  • 4 Stunning Greek Beaches Perfect For Families
  • Hidden Culinary Gems: Extraordinary Dishes Worth Trying
  • 10 Hidden Beaches in Mexico You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
  • UK Escapes That Rival Any Global Hotspot
Travel Tips

Unforgettable Things To Do in Portland, Oregon

I moved back to Portland, Oregon after living in Charleston, SC and St Pete, FL the past four years. Moving back has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever…

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From Dolphins To Fish Tacos: The Best Things To Do In Loreto

I just returned from Loreto, Mexico, and while I can’t say it was my favorite place in Mexico, it still had its charms. Zipolite still gets my vote for being…

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August 5, 2025
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San Pancho & Sayulita Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

I just got back from my travels to San Pancho and Sayulita in Mexico, and I had a wonderful time. These two beach towns are right next to each other,…

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November 28, 2025
Escape Guides

10 Hidden Beaches in Mexico You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

If you’re looking for an uncrowded escape, you need to know about these hidden beaches in Mexico. Everyone tends to gravitate towards Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and to Cabos,…

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  • Places To Stay

    Where to Stay in Los Cabos: 7 Boutique Hotels That Make Baja Feel Unforgettable

    June 15, 2026 / No Comments

    Where should you stay in Los Cabos if you want ocean views, local flavor, calm mornings, and a hotel that feels personal?  Los Cabos can be lively, peaceful, romantic, artistic, or adventure-filled, depending on where you book. That is why choosing the right hotel matters as much as choosing the destination. The best boutique hotels in Los Cabos are not only about pretty rooms. They help shape the whole trip. Some put you close to galleries and restaurants in San José del Cabo. Others bring you near surf breaks, quiet beaches, rooftop views, or farm-style dining.  If you are deciding where to stay in Los Cabos, start with the type…

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    4 Stunning Greek Beaches Perfect For Families

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    When it comes to booking the next summer family getaway, there’s only ever one criteria on the list: a beach. It’s impossible to have a family holiday in the hotter months without factoring in a little sun and sea, whether it’s the well-trodden coasts of Spain, Sicily or the French Riviera. If you’re a little bored with these Western European haunts, though, you might have an appetite for some beach-lounging a little farther afield. Enter Greece. Greece is, without a shadow of a doubt, the perfect location for beach holidays. Its mainland and myriad isles boast year-round sunny weather, calm waters, and stunning culture to boot. The trick is to…

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    Hidden Culinary Gems: Extraordinary Dishes Worth Trying

    June 9, 2026 / No Comments

    Every cuisine in the world has its own signature dish, one that even those who have never visited the country can recognize. It’s like fast payout online pokies Australia with $10 – information about something that’s both profitable and high-quality reaches far beyond the usual audience. However, today we suggest digging a little deeper and getting to know not the popular dishes, but the true gems of international cuisine. This isn’t what’s advertised to tourists, but what gives us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the vibe of another culture. East Asian Cuisine – A True Gastronomic Treasure The most extraordinary cuisine belongs to Asian countries, and it is here…

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    10 Hidden Beaches in Mexico You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

    May 29, 2026 / No Comments

    If you’re looking for an uncrowded escape, you need to know about these hidden beaches in Mexico. Everyone tends to gravitate towards Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and to Cabos, but I’m telling you, Mexico has so much more to offer. If you’re looking to get off the beaten path, head to one of these Mexico beach destinations. Hidden Beaches in Mexico 1. Zipolite Beach Zipolite Beach, or Playa Zipolite is not only my favorite of the hidden beaches in Mexico, it’s also my favorite place to visit in Mexico. You can see the sun both rise and set from this bohemian, clothing optional beach. It attracts people from all…

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    UK Escapes That Rival Any Global Hotspot

    May 28, 2026 / No Comments

    When people think of world-class travel destinations, their minds often wander to the Caribbean, the Italian canals, the mountains of North America or the bustling streets of New York. Yet, across the United Kingdom, there are landscapes, coastlines and cities that can stand proudly alongside some of the most famous places on earth. From rugged mountain scenery to cosmopolitan nightlife and idyllic seaside escapes, the UK is packed with destinations that prove you do not always need to travel halfway around the world for an unforgettable experience. During downtime when travelling this outstanding part of the world, you can always visit Slots UK to play the latest games. Northumberland Beaches Hidden…

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About Me

I am always looking for the perfect escape, the perfect paradise, the kind of place that tosses your cares into the sea. Fortunately, I have discovered many! I created this site to show you where to go and how to get there. My goal is to show you that Paradise is only a plane ticket (or boat ride) away. I have inspired many others to travel and to create a better life. I am available for inspirational speaking, coaching, writing, travel planning, and photography.

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