Rather than risk being mashed against the jagged rock by the tidal swell, I go limp and let the sea sweep me back.Seems I’m catching on to coasteering—the inter-disciplinary adventure sport invented in Wales that combines swimming, rock climbing and …
I flew out of Delhi heading up to northern India, just over an hour away by air. The lush wilderness, rushing rivers, and mountainous terrain were clearly visible from my window seat. Upon landing in the capital city of …
I recently visited the Grand Hotel Kronenhof, a five-star hotel in Pontresina, Switzerland. It’s the perfect jumping off point for exploring the Swiss Alps and a peaceful place for a Switzerland spa vacation. Check out the video, and you’ll see …
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Many head to Peru because Machu Picchu has long been on their bucket list. It was definitely on mine, so I was thrilled to finally check it off. But beyond this epic archeological treasure, however, there is much more to …
One of the more frequent inquiries I get is about a country that is truly becoming a favoured choice of world travelers again. What is now the country of Croatia, with its major seaport city of Dubrovnik as a tourist …
Wondering what to wear on and off the ski slopes? I’ve got some ideas that are not only fashionable, but functional, too. Although I live in Florida, I’m no stranger to the cold. I’ve hiked in Alaska, gone dog sledding in …
The Westin La Cantera Hill Country Resort in the hill country of San Antonio is a special place – and I don’t use that term lightly. As a native Texan, I spent my childhood taking road trip family vacations to San Antonio. Some …
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The Atacama Desert is the driest place on earth; I have the hiking boots filled with red dust to prove it. Nevertheless, it’s also one of the most alluring places around. (Think flamingo-filled salt flats, multicolored lagoons and hot springs …
There’s something to be said about cruising the high seas in a small ship. For one thing, it’s definitely the way to go if you want personalized attention and some extra pampering. I, for one, don’t mind being coddled every …
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I am sitting in a tiny airport in Puerto Rico, called Ceiba, awaiting what is to be the shortest flight of my life. The gate agents have recorded all of our weight– from checked luggage to carry-on bags and even …