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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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Travel Tips

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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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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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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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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  • Travel Tips

    How To Pack And Carry Dress Clothes to Weddings Abroad

    April 7, 2026 / No Comments

    You’re not worried about wrinkles. You’re worried about showing up in photos and seeing something slightly… off. A flattened lapel. A shoulder that doesn’t sit right. That subtle “travel fatigue” look that no amount of confidence can hide. This is about protecting structure, drape, and silhouette – especially when airline handling, 35,000-foot humidity swings, and overhead-bin chaos are involved. Let’s break this down in the way you actually think about it when booking the flight. First Decision: Carry It On – or Check It? This is the fork in the road. Everything else flows from here. If You Carry It On You keep control. No baggage claim anxiety. No 0.6-0.7%…

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    How Dark Mode Interfaces Reduce Eye Strain During Long Sessions

    April 2, 2026 / No Comments

    Staring at a bright white screen for hours is something most people know isn’t great for their eyes — but the reason why is worth understanding properly. Dark mode has moved from a niche preference to a mainstream feature across apps, browsers, and websites, and the shift isn’t just aesthetic. There’s genuine science behind why lower-brightness interfaces reduce eye strain, and it matters especially for anyone spending extended time in front of a screen. What Eye Strain Actually Is Eye strain — clinically called asthenopia — isn’t damage to your eyes. It’s fatigue. The muscles that control your lens, pupil, and eye movement get tired from sustained effort, particularly when…

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    How Egypt Group Tours for Seniors Make Dream Trips Feel Easy and Safe

    March 30, 2026 / 1 Comment

    A Dream Destination That Suddenly Feels Possible For many people, visiting Egypt sits quietly on a lifelong travel wish list. The pyramids. The Nile River. The ancient temples are carved into desert stone. These places feel almost mythical, like scenes from a history book rather than real destinations you can actually visit. But then reality kicks in. Egypt is far away. The culture is different. The logistics seem complicated. And if you’re planning a trip later in life, it’s natural to wonder whether such a big journey might be too demanding. Yet thousands of travelers discover every year that exploring Egypt doesn’t have to feel overwhelming at all. In fact,…

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    The Digital Nomad’s Guide to Funding Your Next Tropical Escape

    March 26, 2026 / No Comments

    Imagine this: you are sitting at a rustic wooden table at a beachside café, a cold beverage in hand, and the only sound is the rhythmic lap of the turquoise water against the shore. For many, this is a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon or a saved-for-years vacation. But for a new generation of travelers, this is just a Tuesday in the office. The dream of paradise has shifted. It is no longer a destination you wait for retirement to enjoy; it’s a living, breathing workspace. However, maintaining a life of perpetual summer (hopping from the white sands of the Maldives to the lush jungles of Costa Rica) requires more than just a…

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  • Escape Guides

    A Guide to Visiting Sri Lanka for the First Time

    March 24, 2026 / No Comments

    Sri Lanka is a beautiful and inspiring part of the world. Culturally, it has a great deal in common with neighboring India, but the island puts a greater emphasis on high-quality beaches and seafood. If you’re a first-time visitor, then a little planning can go a long way toward making your trip unforgettable. Let’s take a look at what that planning might consist of. Entry requirements In almost every case, you’ll need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization before you travel. This document is issued online and linked to your passport. You’ll typically arrive in the country at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo. Be sure that your passport has at…

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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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