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      • Beach Porn Alert: 7 Reasons Why You Need To Put Lagos, Portugal On Your Bucket List Now
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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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August 5, 2025
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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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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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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

    How To Do a Sports Weekend In Las Vegas Without Blowing Your Budget

    July 17, 2026 / No Comments

    Vegas has a way of chewing through a budget before you’ve even unpacked. But a weekend built around watching games doesn’t have to go that way. Skip the tower suites and the bottle service, and the city quietly turns into a pretty cheap base camp for a couple of days of football, good food and too much neon. You just have to know which version of Vegas you’re booking. Betting Without Breaking The Bank Nevada still runs more physical sportsbooks than any other state in the country. Real counters, real staff, real odds boards, not just an app icon on your phone. The money moving through those books each month…

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    8 Mistakes First-Time Solo Travelers Make and How to Avoid Them

    July 16, 2026 / 1 Comment

    Solo travel may look easy and adventurous at the same time, but the first trip alone usually teaches you one truth: having confidence is helpful, yet preparation keeps the trip smooth. According to the US State Department, every traveler must check destination advisories, entry rules, local laws, and customs before leaving. The biggest beginner problems are usually the quiet, practical ones that people overlook when they are excited to leave. 1. Skipping destination research Many first-time solo travelers choose a place they like and assume the rest will sort itself out. That is a weak starting point. Travelers are specifically advised to review the International Travel Checklist and learn about local laws…

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    Discover Two Unforgettable Southern Hemisphere Campervan Road Trips

    July 13, 2026 / No Comments

    Most of what you’ll read on this site points you toward a flight, a room with a good view, and someone else to make the bed. That’s a fine way to travel. But there’s another kind of trip that never quite fits the fly-and-stay format, the kind where the plan is a rough direction and a full tank, and where the best night turns out to be a beach you’d never have found from a hotel lobby. That’s what a campervan gives you. You sleep where you stop. You eat wherever you want, whenever you’re hungry, sometimes at a fold-out table with your feet in the sand. Two trips in…

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    October 22, 2026
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    The Woman’s Guide to Solo Travel in Colorado

    July 10, 2026 / No Comments

    Traveling alone can be very freeing because of the control it gives you over your plans. You don’t have to answer to anyone else. You decide when to stop, where to stay, which places to linger in, which places to avoid, and so on. Colorado is a great place for solo female travelers because it’s relatively safe and friendly and has a huge range of things to do. You can combine lively cities with mountain towns, national parks, and scenic drives in a single trip. However, as always, a little preparation will help you stay focused on enjoying the journey rather than dealing with avoidable problems. So, to help you…

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    Easy Daily Transport in Thailand for Tourists Using eSIM

    July 9, 2026 / No Comments

    Thailand greets every visitor with a rush of color, noise, and movement that is impossible to ignore. Busy terminals, crowded streets, and unfamiliar transport systems can feel like a lot to absorb all at once. However, a dropped signal or slow-loading map at the wrong moment can turn a simple transfer into a stressful ordeal. An eSIM for Thailand solves that problem as it keeps transport apps, navigation tools, and ride platforms ready instantly. No fumbling with physical SIM cards or waiting at kiosks after an exhausting long-haul flight is necessary. This article outlines how an eSIM makes daily transport across Thailand smoother and more manageable. Quick Airport Exit With Reliable…

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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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