If you are looking to start your Christmas season early, board any Disney ship for one of their "Very Merrytime" sailings. The ship is decked out in Christmas decor, holiday music is playing throughout the ship, and the cast members created the best-smelling Gingerbread house you've ever seen in the … Read More
Panama; it's not just the Canal, but a cultural destination full of warm people, culinary freshness, and gorgeous scenery. It's only a 480 mile wide isthmus connecting North and South America and a crossroads of multiple people groups. Most international flights arrive in to Panama City (PTY) … Read More
There's cruising and then there's cruising. Crystal Cruise's onboard experience is like no other. When they say welcome home when boarding, they really mean it. If you like a truly all-inclusive cruise experience where your vacation feels like returning home, Crystal Cruises is the place for … Read More
I recently added another continent to my travel list and checked an item off my bucket list as I was lucky enough to be invited to visit Australia with Qantas Airways and Langham hotels. "Wow" is the best word to describe this trip. It was a whirlwind week of seeing the best of what Sydney and … Read More
Disneyland Hotel just received an upgraded club-level experience. The previous E-Ticket Lounge is now rebranded as the High Key Club with a nod to Disney’s musical start. The decor reflects this rebrand with wall art featuring old metal records (listening system coming soon), staff flowing across t … Read More
Do you need a little time away from it all to rest, relax, and recharge? Miraval is a wellness resort with locations in Austin, Tucson, and the Berkshires. I recently visited the resort in Austin in the heart of Texas hill country and it was an amazing 4 day retreat. Miraval has a lot … Read More
There are all-inclusive resorts and luxury resorts but rarely can you get both in the same resort. Grand Velas is the exception to this rule and I recently had a chance to experience this myself at their Riviera Maya location. They also have resorts in Los Cabos, Riviera Nayarit, and Puerto … Read More
The Four Seasons New Orleans opened in 2021 and is the former World Trade building. You still have some elements of the original building in the escalators, tall lobby, and the recently opened roof-top restaurant. The location is perfect for guests wanting to be close to the action of Bourbon … Read More
Virgin Voyages is a newer cruise line that is adults-only with so many inclusions. The brand started with the reputation of a risqué experience but has mellowed in the last year or so to a more mainstream experience that appeals to a wide range of adults. With 3 ships and a 4th coming soon they … Read More
Costa Rica is the adventure capital of Central America and I recently made my 2nd trip to the country and adventure was on the menu daily. Arenal is known for its sometimes active volcano and hot springs and is located about two hours from San Jose airport (SJO). Adventure-seekers can whitewater … Read More