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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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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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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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    7 Best Restaurants You Shouldn’t Miss In San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

    December 6, 2014 / 2 Comments

    San Miguel de Allende has a big expat crowd, so the town offers a variety of types of restaurants. There’s something for every budget from cheap eats to fine dining. Here are my recommendation for the best restaurants you just shouldn’t miss in San Miguel. 1.  La Mesa Grande My favorite time to go to La Mesa Grande is for their Thursday night pizza night when they also have live music. The pizza is made in a pizza oven, so it’s really good. They also have great bagel sandwiches, salads, and breakfast. The breakfast menu is centered around their breads, but also includes huevos rancheros & chilaquiles. The family style seating also makes it…

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    Tibetan Singing Bowl Lessons: The Best Thing I Did In Nepal

    October 29, 2014 / 6 Comments

    On my trip to Nepal, I saw and did many wondrous things. I was awed by stunning sunrises. I met incredible people.  I came to know the true meaning of the word, “Namaste”.   I celebrated Tihar, the festival of light. But none of these experiences affected me the way that taking Tibetan singing bowl lessons did. The Tibetan singing bowl lessons changed my life. I took the lessons from 3rd generation master, Shree K. Shahi. He has taught Tibetan singing bowl lessons for over 32 years. I learned Chakra therapy, chanting with the bowls, water therapy, shamanic techniques, and so much more. The bowls taught me lessons, too. They taught me to touch lightly,…

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    The Sunrise That Should Be On Your Bucket List (Nagarkot, Nepal)

    October 21, 2014 / 13 Comments

    Awake Shake dreams from your hair My pretty child, my sweet one. Choose the day and choose the sign of your day The day’s divinity First thing you see.-Jim Morrison One day, the morning, she will call to you. You will be on top of the world And she will whisper in your ear awaken you with her soft caress take you by the hand and lead you to the holy mountaintop. Do not try to resist her She has the power to scatter the stars And you are made of starlight She breaks night from day And you from all that you hold tightly She is calling to you…

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    The 7 Best Beachfront Hotels In Clearwater Beach

    October 18, 2014 / 1 Comment

    If you are traveling to Clearwater Beach, you should make the most of your trip and stay on the beach. There’s nothing like being able to hear the waves and watch the sunset from your balcony. Here are the 6 best beachfront hotels in Clearwater Beach. Photo Credit: rcgtrrz via Compfight cc 1.  Sheraton Sand Key Resort The Sheraton is especially great for families who want to be right on the beach. Besides the main pool, they also have children’s pools and offer an all-inclusive meal plan for kids ages 12 and younger.  They also offer beach and pool toys, volleyball, tennis and watercraft rentals. 2.  Quality Hotel Beach Resort The Quality Hotel…

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    Things to do in Kathmandu: Visiting The Sacred Boudhanath Stupa

    October 14, 2014 / 6 Comments

    The Boudhanath Stupa ( known as Khāsti by the local people) is considered to be the most sacred Tibetan Buddhist temple outside of Tibet.  This holy stupa is the biggest in Nepal and one of the largest in the entire world.  It’s located just outside of downtown Kathmandu in the town of Boudha. The proper way to walk around the stupa is clockwise. The sounds of Tibetan chanting, prayer flags fluttering in the breeze, and prayer bells will fill your ears with delight. I felt a great sense of peace and tranquility as I walked around the Boudhanath Stupa. Glowing butter lamps, fragrant flowers, the musky smell of burning incense, and singing birds all added to…

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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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