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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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  • Things To Love About Yelapa, Mexico
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    13 Reasons To Love Yelapa, Mexico

    April 3, 2018 / 3 Comments

    I have to admit, when I first arrived in Yelapa, Mexico, I wasn’t sure I liked it. I’ll be honest, for me, it doesn’t measure up to my favorite place in Mexico, Zipolite. In Zipolite, you can see both the sun rise and the sun set from the beach, but in Yelapa, at the time of year that I went, I could see neither. There were far too many expats, day trippers from Puerto Vallarta, and lackluster food experiences in Yelapa for my taste. But, then I realized there was a lot of beauty around me, and that to truly enjoy myself, I had to stop comparing it to places…

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    These Seychelles Beaches Will Give You Serious Wanderlust

    May 23, 2017 / 10 Comments

    If someone offered me a round trip ticket to anywhere in the world right now, I would choose to go to the Seychelles. With untouched beaches, scenic hikes, and perfect weather, the Seychelles are at the top of my bucket list. Here are some stunning Seychelles beaches that you will want to visit on your Seychelles holidays. The Stunning Seychelles Beaches   1. Anse Source d’Argent, La Digue Photo by Federico Robertazzi, Flickr CC Anse Source d’Argent is the kind of beach that you dream of. Blue-green waters, huge granite rocks, pink sand, and gorgeous snorkeling are just some of the incredible things you will see at this beach. The best part? This beach isn’t crowded,…

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    Why You Don’t Want To Miss The Enchanting Kauai North Shore

    March 13, 2017 / No Comments

    Kauai is a small island and you might be tempted to book your hotel in a more central area. But I’d highly recommend staying in two different areas of the island on your visit. Why? You don’t want to miss the dramatic Kauai North Shore. Why Stay At The Kauai North Shore Sure, you could just drive to the North Shore and make a day trip of it. But, there’s something incredible about waking up and spending an early morning on the deserted beaches of the Kauai North Shore, not another person in sight. I stayed at the Hanalei Colony Resort, which was an incredible experience. And, I would definitely…

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  • Zipolite: A Complete Travel Guide
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    Zipolite Beach: A Complete Travel Guide

    February 2, 2016 / 29 Comments

    The first time that I visited Zipolite beach on the Oaxaca coast of Mexico, it changed my life. I decided I would sell my house, quit my sales job, and move to Mexico, so that I could travel more. I now live in San Miguel de Allende, no longer own much of anything, and, yes, I travel more. This time when I went to Zipolite, I came to the conclusion that I have to move somewhere where there is a beach. I realized I belong in the ocean. So, after my upcoming travels in May and June, I will be deciding on the next place that I will move to. I am…

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    June 10, 2016
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    7 Awe-Inspiring Things To Do In Iceland

    December 22, 2015 / 5 Comments

    There are so many incredible reasons to visit Iceland, and so many things to do in Iceland, that I am getting really excited and have already started planning my trip that is coming up in April. I will be staying at the Eric The Red Guesthouse which looks incredibly charming. I am looking forward to the breakfasts there, and can’t wait to try all of the food in Iceland. Here are some of the awe-inspiring things to do in Iceland that I plan to do when I visit. Awe-Inspiring Things To Do In Iceland 1. Golden Circle Tour The Golden Circle tour is definitely one of the Iceland tours I plan to take. The tour will…

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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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