Paris: In and Around Montmartre

December 14, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

Paris is one of my favorite cities in the world which I’ve been fortunate to visit several times over the last 30 years. My first trip was when I was 11 on a school trip that my mother chaperoned. I saw most of the major sites on this trip including the Louvre, Eiffel Tower and Champs-Élysées. […]

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 […]

Beach Escape: Roses, Spain

July 15, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

On my recent trip to Spain I opted to visit the beach town of Roses in Costa Brava instead of the beaches of Barcelona. Costa Brava has a much more laid back vibe compared to the city beaches of Barcelona and Roses was a great choice as it was easy to get to and close […]

Kickin it in Kandy: The Cultural Center of Sri Lanka

April 28, 2018.Reading time 10 minutes.

Kandy is often referred to as the cultural center of Sri Lanka. It’s got a much more laid back feel than the capital city of Colombo and is home to spectacular views, a lake and revered sites like the Buddhist Tooth Temple. Kandy is about a 4 hour drive from Colombo. I arranged a private […]

A Day in Colombo Sri Lanka

April 4, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

On my recent trip to Sri Lanka, I spent one full day in Colombo taking in a few sites and sampling local food. My general rule of thumb is to get out of capital cities as quickly as possible but for some reason I was curious about Colombo. Maybe it was due to all those […]

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 […]

I Want To Go To There > Italy > Vespa Tour of Tuscany

Overview The Vespa Trip is a tour operator that specializes in Vespa tours. They offer routes like the Amalfi coast, Bruges and Tuscany. The Tuscan route takes six days and winds past some of Italy’s most historical cities like Pisa, Florence, and Sienna. I love the concept of seeing Italy by Vespa and this trip […]