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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
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Escape Guides

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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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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  • Travel Tips

    Leaving the Platform: How Travel Helped Me Recover After a Life-Changing Injury

    December 11, 2025 / No Comments

    When Work Is Your Identity, What Happens When It Stops? I used to think healing was mostly physical. Get through the surgery, push through physical therapy, rest when needed, and eventually, things return to normal. That’s the script we’re given when we’re hurt — especially when the injury happens at work. But no one really prepares you for what comes after the bandages are off and the cast is gone, when your body is functioning again, but your sense of direction is completely shot. Losing the ability to work isn’t just a financial blow. For many of us, it’s tied up in self-worth, identity, and purpose. I didn’t understand how…

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    San Pancho & Sayulita Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know

    November 28, 2025 / 3 Comments

    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, and they are definitely worth visiting. You will especially love them if you are a surfer. For me, the beaches were still a little too rough to swim in, and for that reason, I still prefer Zipolite on the Oaxacan coast, but if you’re looking for destinations that are close to Puerto Vallarta, San Pancho and Sayulita are great options. Let me know in the comments if you have further suggestions for my San Pancho and Sayulita travel guide. San…

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    Brazil: The Best Holiday Locations in 2025-Updated

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    Brazil has steadily gained global recognition as a premier travel destination over the last few years. Once known only for its iconic beaches and vibrant carnival celebrations, the country is now revealing a wealth of hidden gems to appeal to a new generation of travelers. The surge in Brazil’s popularity is further amplified by major international events—most notably São Paulo’s recent hosting of the NFL International Games, which has placed Brazil firmly on the radar of sports fans, sportsbook followers, and adventure seekers. Top Holiday Locations in Brazil for 2025 1. São Paulo Traditionally overshadowed by Rio, São Paulo has emerged as a top destination in 2025, bolstered by its…

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    Solo Trekker’s Guide To Remote Destinations And Hidden-Trail Adventures

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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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