May 11, 2023.Reading time 16 minutes.

International Travel Adapter with 4 USB Ports Cell Phone Tripod Compatible with iPhone 14/13/12 Pro Max/Samsung/GoPro/DJI Muzee Waterproof Travel Backpack with USB Charging, Fits 17 Inch Laptop and Tech Gear, 3-pockets Tripped Hanging Toiletry Bag + TSA Cosmetic Liquid Bag + Ultralight Accessory Organizer Pouch Tripped Compression Packing Cubes for Travel – 6 pieces TravelWise […]

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 […]

Island Getaway: Grenada

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, […]