Unique Ubud, Bali

February 21, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

Ubud is a highly recommended destination for those visiting Bali, whether it be as a day trip or as a main place to stay. It’s located in the mountains of Bali about an hour and twenty minutes north of Denpasar airport (DPS). There are tons of guides and must do lists for Ubud Bali that […]

Volunteer Teaching in Bali

February 10, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

I recently spent two weeks in Pejeng, Bali, at the Green Lion volunteer house. Pejeng is about 30 minutes from Ubud and hosts several dozen volunteers weekly. Volunteers can choose from an array of projects to work on and also receive training in Bahasa, cooking Balinese food, batik painting and local customs. Accommodations are basic […]

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary of Ubud

January 19, 2018.Reading time 3 minutes.

Where can you visit over 700 monkeys across 30 acres of lush tropical jungle??? The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary of Ubud is where. This can be done as a day trip along a visit to Ubud from popular beach towns like Kuta, Seminyak and Canggu or if you’re staying in or visiting Ubud itself. Where […]

Looking for a sun-drenched destination with great beaches, lush rainforests and world-class coral reefs??? I’ve got just the place for you! Consider the island nation of Grenada also known as the Spice Isle. It’s less than 5 hours from major US airports like JFK, ATL and MIA. Grenada is just south of its neighbors St. […]

I’m On A Boat! My Favorite Places to Book Sailing & Yacht Charters

Dream Yacht Charter – dreamyachtcharter.com Sail Croatia – sail-croatia.com Sail Croatia was one of my favorite boating vacations. It was the perfect way to end a two-week trip to Croatia and helped us get from Split to Dubrovnik with daily stops exploring the islands off the Dalmatian coast. I opted for their Elegance trip which […]

Must Haves for Beach and Sailing Vacations

Drybags: Great for transitions on and off ships, beach landings, and keeping things dry on scuba, snorkeling, and other water-based activities. I prefer backpacks but a good duffel and even a bum bag can come in handy. Sea to Summit Drybags Earth Pak Drybags Marchway Drybags Anti-Fog Snorkel Set: highly recommend investing in an anti-fog […]

I Want To Go To There > Costa Rica > Santa Teresa

Overview Many visitors to Costa Rica head for well-known destinations like Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio National Park, and Puntarenas. Costa Rica also offers a wide variety of off-the-beaten-path beach towns on both the Caribbean and Pacific Coasts. Santa Teresa, located on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, has become a haven for surfers, yoga enthusiasts, […]

I Want To Go To There > Mexico City > Where to Stay in La Condesa

Overview Mexico City has been on my travel radar for the last 5-8 years. I’ve heard great things about it’s world class cuisine, impressive architecture, historic museums, and overall bohemian vibe. With flights from LA taking only 4 hours and airfares advertised out of LAX from $250 to $500 roundtrip, it’s notw at the top […]