Travelers are of two camps when it comes to visiting the Greek Island of Santorini. One side cites the crowds, the cruise ships, and the focus on tourism over an authentic Greek experience. While I agree that these things are considerations, there is a lot to love about Santorini, and especially about the beautiful capital […]
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One of my favorite things about travel is the opportunity to try new food and drinks. Central America is a great place for foodies. The blend of cultures, the freshness of the ingredients, and the simplicity of the preparation combine for comida muy sabrosa! Here are the most unique Roatan food and drink specialties that
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When you read reviews of the Reef House Resort in Roatan, the most commonly used words are “family”, “friends”, and “home”. I showed up as a stranger and, in one hour, I was part of the family. Dave, Dilcia, Keith, and Brenetta made sure I had everything I needed from a cold drink, to transportation,
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If you are a ceviche lover, then Placencia will be paradise for you! Chunks of the freshest seafood citrus-cured in delicious marinades with lots of tomato, onion, cilantro and spice. Over the several weeks I spent in Belize, I took myself on a self-guided ceviche tour with a ceviche stop every day. I’m confident that
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After ten years of experience, I have identified the three best remedies for sore muscle relief for active travelers! Whether you’re hiking 7 miles across Santorini, climbing the the hills of the Cinque Terre, or just walking around hilly European cities, these packable must-haves will leave you ready for more adventures. This page contains Amazon
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What better time than winter to chase the sun with an impromptu trip to a beautiful warm travel destination? In the Midwest, we are in the midst of the worst part of winter, with temperatures in the teens, dirty mounds of snow on the streets, and more on the way. Beat the winter blues by
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Shoes are one of your most important travel decisions when chasing adventures! While you’ll need shoes for different activities, they take up a lot of packing space, so choose wisely. Through lots of trial and error over the last 10 years, I’ve identified these as the must-haves for every trip. I do have severe over-pronation
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Does the beach bring out the amateur philosopher in anyone else?? I hope you enjoy these musings from my 2018 Costa Rica travel journal! No dog who just left the groomer has ever been as happy as a wet, sandy dog who just left the sea! Tiny sand crawlers can teach us a lot about
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Happy New Year, everyone! I hope your plans for 2026 include chasing your own freedom to fun and unusual places! The holiday season for many of you is a magical time filled with family, decorations, children, and presents. Some of us don’t have the same affinity for the season, and if you are like me,
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One of my favorite places in Lisbon is the Time Out Market. Time Out is both a traditional market where locals shop for fresh food, and a food hall with food and beverage booths. I guarantee you will want to have multiple meals in the food hall! And even if you don’t plan to cook
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