Vacation the easy way.
No wonder Cancun and Playa del Carmen have become Texas’ favorite beach destinations. A nonstop flight less than 3 hours will wisk you away to a tropical location set on the Caribbean. The all-inclusive resorts here range from economy to luxury but for a honeymoon you’ll want to stick with the upscale and luxury resorts. Resorts also range from small[…]
Read moreThis month I thought I’d give you a nice, glossy overview of my top vacation destinations. Dive Fiji for your next vacation Mexico For the best bang for the buck, Mexico reigns supreme. You can opt for an all-inclusive resort, with your meals and drinks included. Great pools, beach, and onsite activities to keep you well entertained, along with[…]
Read moreFebruary is Romance Month, with Valentine’s Day sitting prominently in the middle! of the calendar! This year, consider planning a special vow renewal vacation for you and your spouse. Make the trip for just the two of you, or extend the love by inviting friends and family. My favorite locations for vow renewals are Bora Bora (Tahiti) at Bora Bora[…]
Read moreChristmas and New Years are behind us, the decorations are put away. Now what the next two or three months will be is cold weather, bleak skies, and slippery walkways. So, no wonder mid January through mid March is the time to escape the cold weather and head to the tropics. If you are entertaining the idea of getting away[…]
Read moreSo, maybe you are wondering — where in the world can you find overwater bungalow accommodations? The “True” Overwater Bungalow French Polynesia (Tahiti) is perhaps the most famous destination offering overwater bungalows, and of these islands Bora Bora tops the list. Here you’ll find pontoons with multiple thatched-roof bungalows sitting on crystal clear, super-calm lagoon waters. The Tahitian islands offering[…]
Read moreMy 12 year old daughter and I are headed to Japan this summer. While we are there, we’ll be visiting my 20 year old daughter who is studying in Kyoto for a year. This is, by the way, my older daughter’s fourth trip to Japan. Yesterday, the little one announces “this will be my first trip to Japan!” Not my[…]
Read moreLooking for a last minute gift suggestion for Valentine’s? How about booking a romantic getaway for a weekend in the Spring to a gorgeous beachfront all-inclusive resort. Then, here’s the fun part. Print off a picture of the resort you booked, such as: Wrap it up elegantly complete with box and ribbon, and voila! You’ve got one memorable gift. To[…]
Read moreOkay, some of us enjoy scuba diving, but so long as it isn’t overly physically challenging or dangerous. Here’s a great list of dive spots that will give you the thrill without the chill 🙂 Cozumel Mexico (recommended resort: Iberostar Cozumel) Moorea Tahiti (recommended resort: Hilton Moorea Resort) Turks and Caicos Caribbean (recommended resort: Beaches Turks & Caicos) Nassau Bahamas[…]
Read moreThe economy is recovering, thank goodness. Travel is recovering as well, and there’s a pent up demand for a good, top notch vacation. Experts predict a stronger year in 2012 (compared to 2011) in terms of vacation travel. Yet, the airlines have decreased their air lift to many of the more popular vacation destinations over the last few years. Where[…]
Read moreI was having “one of those days” last week. Computer issues, vendor issues, and my stress level was rising. Finally, I stopped what I was doing and got a mani/pedi at my corner spa. A bit of pampering and two hours later, I came back relaxed and refreshed, and was able to solve my day’s problems without much panic or[…]
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