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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
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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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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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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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  • Travel Tips

    America’s Casino Towns Are Having a Moment That Has Nothing to Do With Las Vegas

    August 28, 2026 / No Comments

    Visit Reno Tahoe just closed its best fiscal year on record, and the number is hard to ignore: nearly $500 million in taxable room revenue, up 8.8% year over year, with every month from January through June setting a fresh record for that calendar month. Visitor counts climbed almost 14% over the same stretch. None of that happened because people suddenly stopped flying to Vegas. It happened because a whole second tier of American casino towns started pulling in travelers who want a shorter trip, a smaller crowd, and a hotel bill that doesn’t demand a second mortgage. Why the Short Weekend Beat the Big Trip Reno’s growth came from…

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    What New Expats Often Forget to Arrange Before Relocating Overseas

    August 27, 2026 / No Comments

    The practicalities of an international move tend to consume most people’s attention. It’s easy to overlook the administrative groundwork that makes life abroad significantly smoother, while all the attention goes to finding a property and managing the move’s logistics.   Some of the most important arrangements are also the ones most commonly left too late, discovered only once the stress of the move has passed and gaps begin to show. Check Visa, Residency and Digital Immigration Requirements Early Visa and residency requirements vary enormously depending on your destination, and the rules can change. Many expats make the mistake of assuming they have a clear picture of what is needed, only…

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  • Food

    How to Plan a Weekend Around Great Food

    August 25, 2026 / No Comments

      One of the best ways to travel is to schedule your weekend around delicious meals, regional cuisines, and the pure joy of eating well without rushing. A trip becomes an occasion when there is good food. A great supper is always just a short walk from your room when you book through websites like My Hotel Break, which helps you select a base with renowned cuisine. Let the Menu Lead the Trip A weekend centred around food completely changes the typical schedule. You plan your days around the dining experiences you most wish to have rather than scheduling meals around sightseeing. Make reservations at the best restaurant first, then…

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    User-friendly travel apps in Saudi Arabia – How to choose them?

    August 24, 2026 / No Comments

    Popular Doesn’t Always Mean User-Friendly App store charts don’t always show which travel booking apps are truly easy to use. In Saudi Arabia, an app can surge in downloads around school holidays, Umrah seasons, major events, or airline flash sales, then fade just as quickly. The tools that travelers use are different for each trip. Booking an international flight requires a different app than booking a local hotel, hailing a ride or planning religious travel. Instead of just looking at how apps are ranked in the app stores, a better way to judge an app’s popularity is to see what people really use it for and how easy it is…

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    Best Hiking Destinations and Essential Gear for Outdoor & Island Adventures

    August 21, 2026 / No Comments

    Planning the perfect trip goes beyond choosing a destination—it’s about crafting the right itinerary, checking the weather, and ensuring all necessary travel gear is in place. Especially for travelers who choose to go hiking or take a vacation on an island, lightweight equipment and easily accessible travel accessories can make the journey more enjoyable and stress-free. 1.  What Are Some Hiking Destinations Worth Adding to an Outdoor Vacation?  Mountain and Alpine Vistas  The Dolomites in Italy: Travelers can enjoy strolling among the steep limestone peaks and staying in comfortable forest cabins. Glacier National Park: It boasts over 700 miles of trails and is particularly suitable for hikers. The trails offer…

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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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