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    • Belize
      • Ambergris Caye
      • Caye Caulker
    • Cambodia, Koh Rong Samloem
    • Costa Rica
      • Arenal and La Fortuna
      • The Osa Peninsula, Corcovado National Park
      • Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Guatemala
      • Lake Atitlan
    • Indonesia
      • Ambon, Maluku
      • Bali
      • Gili Islands
      • Kai Island, Maluku
      • Raja Ampat
      • Sumatra-Belitung Island
    • Mexico
      • Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo
      • La Paz
      • Patzcuaro
      • San Miguel De Allende
      • Todos Santos-The Antidote To Cabo!
      • Zipolite Beach: A Complete Travel Guide
    • Portugal
      • Beach Porn Alert: 7 Reasons Why You Need To Put Lagos, Portugal On Your Bucket List Now
      • The Top Portugal Beaches To Visit
    • Sri Lanka
      • Colombo, Sri Lanka
      • Ella
      • Mirissa Beach
      • Yala National Park
    • Thailand
      • Bangkok
      • Koh Lipe
      • Phi Phi
      • Phuket
      • Railay Beach-Krabi Town
      • Your Thailand Songkran Water Festival Guide
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Recent Posts

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  • 10 Bucket List Destinations You Need to Visit in Your Lifetime
  • A holiday by bike: a unique way to discover the world
  • 4 Best Car Rentals for European Road Trips with Unlimited Mileage (2026)
  • How To Do a Sports Weekend In Las Vegas Without Blowing Your Budget
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I just returned from Loreto, Mexico, and while I can’t say it was my favorite place in Mexico, it still had its charms. Zipolite still gets my vote for being…

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I just got back from my travels to San Pancho and Sayulita in Mexico, and I had a wonderful time. These two beach towns are right next to each other,…

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    Best all-inclusive holidays for families in Europe

    July 23, 2026 / No Comments

    An all-inclusive resort can take much of the guesswork out of a family holiday. With flights, food, drinks and entertainment wrapped into one price, parents get a predictable budget and children get plenty to do, which helps explain why the format remains a firm favorite across Europe. Here is how to choose one well. Why all-inclusive holidays appeal to families The main draw is simplicity. Bundling accommodation, meals and activities into a single upfront cost makes budgeting far easier and removes the daily hunt for somewhere everyone will eat. It is little wonder that package holidays are booked by 77% of families, according to ABTA’s Holiday Habits research, with cost and…

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    10 Bucket List Destinations You Need to Visit in Your Lifetime

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    Travel opens the door to experiences that stay with you long after you return home. Whether you love exploring vibrant cities or discovering places shaped by centuries of history, the right destination gives you a stronger sense of the world and your place within it. Focus on locations that match your interests and travel goals. A carefully planned itinerary helps you spend more time enjoying each destination instead of rushing between attractions, making every trip feel more worthwhile. Dream Destinations by Travel Style Choose destinations that suit the way you like to travel. If you enjoy fast-paced city breaks, Tokyo combines modern attractions with traditional neighborhoods. If you prefer outdoor…

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    A holiday by bike: a unique way to discover the world

    July 20, 2026 / No Comments

    There’s a growing trend that’s catching the attention of travelers worldwide. Traditionally, we often travel by car, train or plane. However, there is a way of traveling that is getting increasingly more attention. We’re talking about cycling holidays. This is very unique way to explore the world and you will see that you will discover places you’d otherwise never discover. In this article you will read all about it. The allure of cycling holidays So, what exactly is a cycling holiday and why is it gaining popularity? Simply put, it’s a vacation where the primary mode of transportation is a bicycle. Instead of rushing from one tourist spot to another,…

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    4 Best Car Rentals for European Road Trips with Unlimited Mileage (2026)

    July 17, 2026 / No Comments

    4 Best Car Rentals for European Road Trips: Unlimited Mileage, Freedom & Multi-Country Options A European road trip is easier when the rental car can keep up with the route. Scenic detours, coastal drives, mountain roads, and smaller towns all become more practical when travelers are not watching every kilometer or worrying whether the car fits a multi-country plan. The right provider should support the way the trip actually unfolds, from airport pickup to mileage rules and approved cross-border travel. This comparison looks at four car rental companies through the lens of road-trip freedom, unlimited mileage, vehicle choice, and multi-destination European travel. What Should You Look for in a Car…

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    How To Do a Sports Weekend In Las Vegas Without Blowing Your Budget

    July 17, 2026 / No Comments

    Vegas has a way of chewing through a budget before you’ve even unpacked. But a weekend built around watching games doesn’t have to go that way. Skip the tower suites and the bottle service, and the city quietly turns into a pretty cheap base camp for a couple of days of football, good food and too much neon. You just have to know which version of Vegas you’re booking. Betting Without Breaking The Bank Nevada still runs more physical sportsbooks than any other state in the country. Real counters, real staff, real odds boards, not just an app icon on your phone. The money moving through those books each month…

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About Me

I am always looking for the perfect escape, the perfect paradise, the kind of place that tosses your cares into the sea. Fortunately, I have discovered many! I created this site to show you where to go and how to get there. My goal is to show you that Paradise is only a plane ticket (or boat ride) away. I have inspired many others to travel and to create a better life. I am available for inspirational speaking, coaching, writing, travel planning, and photography.

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