Vacation the easy way.
Research is rough! I just returned from a visit to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo on Mexico’s Pacific coast. This beautiful coastal area sits between Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco on two scenic bays, surrounded by lush green mountains and coconut plantations. This is a great destination for folks who have already done the “usual” Mexico destinations and are looking for something different. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo,[…]
Read moreWith its verdant rainforests, active volcanoes, hot springs, abundant wildlife, and beaches Costa Rica packs an incredible diversity in such a small country. There are essentially three different types of Costa Rica vacations we offer. Guanacaste Beach Stay. Fly into Liberia airport and stay at one of the beachfront resorts on the Guanacaste area along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast line.[…]
Read moreGreat news! AMResorts (Secrets, Dreams, Now, and Zoetry) and Palace Resorts now offer Indian destination weddings at their all-inclusive resorts, located in the Cancun/Riviera Maya in Mexico. Onsite wedding staff are onhand to make sure your wedding fits your exact wishes perfectly. AMResorts and Palace Resorts continue to offer symbolic, religious, interfaith, and legal wedding ceremonies as well as vow[…]
Read moreLast month I had the great fortune of enjoying a trip to Puerto Vallarta hosted by Travel Weekly magazine and Mexico Tourism. Honestly, it has been a couple of years for me, and in the past I had been so busy with hotel site inspections I hadn’t had time to fully experience the destinations’ local offerings. But on this trip[…]
Read moreNo 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 moreStumped with a decision for your next extended family reunion? Maybe you’ve hosted at your house in the past, but the family has grown and you’re just out of extra bedroom and couch space? Or, you’re looking for something that is going to keep everyone (grandma, grown kids, little ones) happy? A popular and growing solution is the all-inclusive resort[…]
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 moreThe Barcelo Maya Palace Resort is the top dog among the Barcelo Maya complex of five resorts situated on an amazing stretch of beach, south of Playa del Carmen. This property is especially good for upscale families wanting a worry-free beach vacation. There is a children’s waterpark and kid’s club for ages to 4 to 12. It is also a[…]
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[…]
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