Before I visited Japan, the images in my mind’s eye were mostly of bustling Tokyo. Busy intersections, hurrying business men in suits, neon signs, karaoke bars and Harajuku fashions are certainly an interesting part of modern Japan. But there’s so much more to experience just outside the world’s most populous metropolitan area. Check out these 10 intriguing […]
Cabo San Lucas Tours that Add Excitement to Your Beach Vacation
January 9, 2017 38 Comments
Cabo San Lucas is world renowned for its deep sea fishing, swanky hotels and sandy beaches. This reputation is well-deserved but there are many more adventures to experience in this beautiful Mexican resort town. Leave your beach lounger for a day and book one (or more!) of these seven Cabo San Lucas tours to add […]
5 Reasons to Choose a Virginia Beach Romantic Getaway
September 19, 2016 33 Comments
Yearly vacations with just my husband and me (no kids!), keeps our relationship strong during the downs and ups of life as a married couple. Dreaming about where to go on our next couple’s retreat is part of the joy. This year we did a city escape. For next year, I’m craving a beach vacation. After […]
10 Things You Must Do in Oregon’s Cannon Beach with Kids
September 2, 2016 28 Comments
If you’re looking for a beautiful beachfront, laid-back family vacation spot, Cannon Beach is for you. From the moment you see majestic Haystack Rock to that first taste of gooey, caramelized marshmallow roasted over a beach bonfire, you will find yourself falling in love over and over with this coastal Oregon town. Here are 10 thing you must […]
BeachBike ~ A Sweet Ride for the Beach and Way Beyond
July 18, 2016 4 Comments
When my family isn’t traveling, every summer weekday I drop my kids off at camp and then head over to the gym for a little cardio before diving into a pile of work for the day. I am the only mom at drop-off riding a bicycle, with my kids following behind on their bikes. We […]
Fun Things to Do on Captiva Island and Sanibel Island When it Rains
January 12, 2016 14 Comments
Captiva Island and its big sister, Sanibel Island, are best known for their shell-filled beaches and Southern Florida sunshine. But what is there to do when your beach getaway gets doused with rain? There’s no need to feel gloomy on these colorful and friendly islands just because the weather is a little wet. Here are five fun […]
Fabulous Fun in Solana Beach & Del Mar, California
August 21, 2015 17 Comments
Solana Beach and its neighbor, Del Mar, gracefully balance the casual feel of seaside, sand-in-your-suit living with upscale offerings. If you like a blend of the finer, and the grittier, things in life – you’ll love a visit to these pretty beach towns just north of San Diego. Here’s what to do, see, eat and where to […]
Why Take Your Kids to Dreams Las Mareas in Costa Rica
August 11, 2015 25 Comments
When I first arrived at Dreams Las Mareas in Costa Rica, it just seemed like a very nice resort. But after a couple of days, I realized there is something special about this place. Located in Guanacaste in the northwest corner of the country, this hotel induced that blissed-out-living-in-the-moment feeling that can be hard to find, even on […]
Sheraton Maui – A Wonderful Place for Families to Laze in Paradise
February 6, 2015 10 Comments
The best thing about the Sheraton Maui is its meandering, waterfall-bedecked lazy river. But the laziest of rivers is just one reason to book a stay at this hotel. The 508-room resort has an open, expansive feel with plenty of grassy spaces dotted with tall palm trees. It’s located on 23 oceanfront acres in Kaanapali, which […]
San Diego’s Paradise Point Resort with Kids – Paradise Indeed!
December 31, 2014 10 Comments
San Diego’s Paradise Point Resort isn’t merely a place to rest your head during a stay in America’s Finest City. This hotel is a destination unto itself. Indeed, you may not need to ever leave the resort during your vacation. (But with all that San Diego has to offer families, you should drag yourself away […]
All-Inclusive Beach Luxury at the Westin Playa Conchal, Costa Rica
November 14, 2014 Leave a Comment
Choosing Costa Rica as a tropical holiday destination is good way to guarantee a happy family or couples vacation. In fact, Costa Rica ranks among the happiest countries in the world, per the Happy Planet Index. Unlike many of its neighbors, this small Central American country has managed to exist and prosper as a base for wellness, adventuring and […]
Hyatt Regency Maui with Kids ~ A Fantastical Place to Stay
October 8, 2014 15 Comments
Long before I became a travel blogger, I chose to stay at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa with my husband and baby girl on one of our first-ever trips as new parents. Nearly nine years later I returned to this idyllic hotel, this time with my second child (our son, now 6) and my mom. Poor Daddy […]
Hawaii Island’s Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel with Kids
September 5, 2014 2 Comments
Hawaii Island is a haven for families keen kick back and relax. Sure, the Big Island also offers awesome eco-adventures. Our family, however, was decidedly in the kick back camp, which is why were thrilled to jet off to the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. Location, Location, Location! Situated on 32 oceanfront acres overlooking the silky white […]
