Vacation the easy way.
The best way to see Costa Rica is with a guided vacation. Choose from the following two guaranteed departures. No minimum number of travelers. Max is 20. Tour #1: Marvels of Costa Rica (8 nights and 18 meals) Choice of Superior or Deluxe Hotels. Includes 1 night San Jose, 2 nights Arenal, 2 nights Monteverde, 3 nights Guanacaste with local[…]
Read moreHi everyone! Well, I just returned home last night from Tahiti, visiting Papeete (Tahiti), Moorea, Bora Bora and Tikehau. And while I’m going to be adding some hotel reviews from my recent trip in the next few days I thought I’d share some of the more “casual and fun” shots first. Lunch at the Hilton Moorea Resort by chef Eric[…]
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 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 moreHere’s a delightful recipe from the folks at Tahiti Tourisme – baked papaya… Ingredients: 3 Papayas 3 Vanilla Beans 6 Tablespoons sugar 6 Tablespoons Rum 1 Grated Coconut Butter Cut the papayas in half and remove the seeds Place them in an ovenproof dish. In each papaya, pour: 1 pat butter 1/2 Vanilla Bean 1 Tblespoon sugar 1 Tblespoon Rum[…]
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 moreThinking about going to Moorea? Here are the top ten things to do in Moorea on your next vacation: Rent a moped or car (most resorts have a rental desk onsite) and tour the island. You can’t get lost. Swim with the dolphins, located at the Intercontinental Moorea Resort. Go to the dance show and luau-style dinner at the Tiki[…]
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 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[…]
Read moreIf you’re still searching for the perfect gift for your special someone…how about surprising them with a vacation package? The gift of travel is a wonderful treat! Some suggestions include: Overwater bungalow in Bora Bora All-inclusive beachfront resort in Jamaica Adults only resort in Riviera Maya with a focus on spa and golf Tour for two to Italy in the[…]
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