Must Haves for Beach and Sailing Vacations

May 23, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

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 […]

My Long Haul Flight Essentials

December 3, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

Long haul flights always give me anxiety. I worry about getting quality sleep, staying hydrated, keeping warm and overall getting to my destination without red eyes, dry skin and in need of a day to recover. I’ve curated my 8 essentials for getting through long haul flights in style and with comfort below. Patagonia Better […]

My Go To Backpack for Long Trips and Budget Travel

December 8, 2017.Reading time 1 minute.

For the last 12 years I’ve been using the Eagle Creek Switchback Carry On as my go to luggage for long term traveling and budget trips. I save my fancy hard shell Samsonite Carry On and Checked luggage for when I go on short or luxury trips since they are more sleek and stylish. The […]

My New Favorite Travel Pillow Is A Scarf ?!?

December 8, 2017.Reading time 1 minute.

There are several types of travel pillows in the market today, all with promises of making sleeping on a flight an easy and comfortable experience. They range from the traditional memory foam neck pillows to the elaborate inflatables and rigs that take a bit of space a room to deploy on the flight. My […]

December 7, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

12 Holiday Gift Ideas for Travlers Shop this video plus LOTS of alternatives below! (00:44) L’Occitane Shea Butter Travel Set $16 – http://amzn.to/2BEddqi Other Options Budget: Burt’s Bee’s Travel Set $9.50 – http://amzn.to/2jH2PpJ Splurge: The Body Shop, 5 piece Body Butter Travel Set $27 – http://amzn.to/2if3aQ9 (01:23) Lavender Essential Oil $7 – http://amzn.to/2A0VhsV Other Options […]

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

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 […]