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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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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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May 29, 2026
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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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April 1, 2025
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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
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  • NINETEEN-A Stylish Brighton Guesthouse In England
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    NINETEEN-A Stylish Brighton Guesthouse In England

    June 5, 2016 / No Comments

    I thought it was the best decision ever to stay in Brighton rather than make the trek to London for a recent flight leaving from Gatwick Airport. It was an even better decision to stay at NINETEEN,  a 7 bedroom luxury B&B in the heart of Brighton. I was greeted by the very hospitable Mark and Arif, who made me feel right at home as soon as I walked into the charming Victorian townhouse. The Superior King Room At NINETEEN Brighton Guesthouse The first thing I noticed about the Superior King room was all of the light pouring in. I love rooms that get lots of light. It gave the room…

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    Athens Greece Hotels: Hotel Kerameion, An Apartment Hotel In Athens

    May 24, 2016 / No Comments

    When you’re traveling, there is nothing like arriving at a hotel that makes you feel like it is a home away from home. Indeed, that is exactly what I felt when I arrived at Hotel Kerameion, an apartment hotel in Athens. Stavros, the owner, was kind enough to meet me where the taxi had to drop me off, and even to carry my luggage for me. He immediately made me feel welcome, and even helped me with getting some laundry started even though it was pretty late at night when I arrived. He even helped me carry my luggage to the taxis upon my departure. I felt like he was…

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    The Kinsterna Hotel In Monemvasia: Not Just A Hotel, But An Experience

    May 22, 2016 / 4 Comments

    From the moment I arrived at the Kinsterna Hotel just outside of Monemvasia in Agios Stefanos, I felt like I was walking into a fairy tale. I was led out onto the moonlit terrace of the 13th-century Byzantine mansion and shown the vineyards, while the air hung heavy with scents of jasmine, honeysuckle, and mint. Then, I was taken by golf cart to my room, and what a cocoon it was. My Premium Residence was spacious and inviting. A wooden beamed ceiling and modern light fixtures added character and warmth to the room. Home made liquer waited for me with two cordial glasses. There was nothing for me to do now but…

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    I recently stayed at the AthensWas hotel in Athens, Greece, and I didn’t want to leave this lovely boutique hotel. Everything about the hotel from the design, to the location, to the incredible staff was flawless. If you are wondering where to stay in Athens, the AthensWas is an Athens hotel I would definitely recommend. The Rooms At AthensWas Athens Hotel I absolutely loved my room at the AthensWas Hotel. This Athens hotel has managed to combine comfort with stylish design in a way that left me feeling at home and relaxed from the minute I walked in. I stayed in a Superior Deluxe room, and it was obvious that…

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    Travelopo  asked me to review one of their villas in Mallorca, an opportunity I couldn’t turn down. I’ve rented apartments while traveling but never an entire villa, and I have to say there were a lot of perks to having a villa for the week. The best part was that there were three bedrooms so I was able to invite a few friends to join me. We stayed in Villa Nico, a very traditional Spanish-style house. My Experience Staying In A Travelopo Mallorca Villa My favorite part was having our own pool. The setting outside was just gorgeous with towering hills, plenty of flowers and plants surrounding us, and it felt very…

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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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