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      • Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
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      • Lake Atitlan
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      • Ambon, Maluku
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      • Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo
      • La Paz
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      • 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
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      • Colombo, Sri Lanka
      • Ella
      • Mirissa Beach
      • Yala National Park
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      • Koh Lipe
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      • Railay Beach-Krabi Town
      • 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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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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The Ultimate Olympic National Park Itinerary: Best Things to See and Do

It can definitely get a little overwhelming when trying to plan an Olympic National Park itinerary. There’s a lot of beautiful things to see and do, and you definitely will…

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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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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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    Best Beaches in St Maarten/St Martin

    January 1, 2021 / 3 Comments

    There are over 37 beaches on the island of St Maarten/St Martin, and while I didn’t make it to all of them on my trip, the ones I did go to were stunning. The beaches in St Maarten/St Martin are some of the bluest and clearest you will ever see. I will say, while I did enjoy the beaches of St Martin, it wasn’t my favorite place to visit. The water may not be as blue, but I still prefer the untamed beach of Zipolite on the Oaxacan coast in Mexico where you can see the sun rise and set on the same beach. I also prefer waves that I…

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    November 27, 2020 / 1 Comment

    For those who don’t know, I moved to Charleston, South Carolina four months ago. I am thrilled to be here, and I never run out of things to do or explore. Charleston is rich in culture, close to some magical beaches, and has so much nature and wildlife that every day is a new adventure. If you’re planning to visit, here’s some fun things to do in Charleston that you will want to make sure not to miss when you’re here. 10 Fun Things To Do In Charleston, South Carolina 1. Buy A Sweetgrass Basket You can’t go to Charleston and not buy a sweetgrass basket. For more than 300…

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    All The Places You Need To Stop On A Big Sur Road Trip

    January 31, 2020 / 2 Comments

    Big Sur and the Pacific Coast Highway is definitely a trip that everyone should make at least once in their life. Astounding views, waterfalls crashing on the beach, redwood forests, and some of the best scenery in nature makes for an unforgettable trip. This guide includes many of the stops along Highway 1 that you’ve probably heard about, but also some hidden gems that you will want to make sure to visit on your Big Sur road trip. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve-#1 Big Sur Road Trip Stop If you are starting your drive from Carmel, Point Lobos is considered to be the start of the Big Sur area, and…

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    The Sequoia National Park & King’s Canyon Travel Guide

    August 20, 2019 / 2 Comments

    If you’re looking for a less crowded alternative to the Yosemite Valley, I highly suggest visiting Sequoia National Park and King’s Canyon. The towering sequoias are stunning, and King’s Canyon’s views and waterfalls will take your breath away. This Sequoia National Park & King’s Canyon Travel Guide will help you get the best out of your visit there, and highlights the scenery and hikes that you won’t want to miss. Best Time to Visit Sequoia National Park & King’s Canyon I recommend visiting from Spring-Fall as the road through King’s Canyon is closed in winter. For me, King’s Canyon was the highlight of the trip, so definitely include that in…

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    Your Escape Guide To Gili Air: Indonesia’s Tropical Paradise

    July 15, 2019 / 1 Comment

    If you’re looking for the best beaches closest to Bali, look no further than the Gili Islands just off the coast of Lombok in Indonesia. Of the three islands, Gili Air is my favorite, and this guide to Gili Air will show you why. I’ve also stayed on Gili Trawangan  and Gili Meno. Gili T is now too much of a party scene for me, though you can get away from this on the north side of the island. Gili Meno is gorgeous, but a little too quiet for me. Gili Air is just right. A bit bigger than the other two makes for a little more to explore, and…

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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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