A look inside the Xcaret Hotel in the Riviera Maya in Mexico
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Take a look at a short video about the Hotel Xcaret in Mexico!
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How to not choose an all-inclusive resort
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New to traveling to all-inclusive resorts or maybe it has been awhile since you’ve been to one? These days choosing the right resort can be overwhelming - there’s literally thousands of different options to dig through. Here’s my five suggestions on how not to choose an all-inclusive resort for your next vacation. Don’t make one of these rookie mistakes!
Read MoreWe escaped to "paradise" at Margaritaville Resort Orlando
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We needed a break from reality and Margaritaville Resort Orlando was the right dose of vacation medicine. This AAA Four Diamond Resort is located just a few minutes from Disney World.
Read MoreCome explore Regent Seven Seas
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They say it’s an “unrivaled experience” and after seeing the Regent Seven Seas Explorer ship firsthand, I totally understand why.
Read MoreEmbark on a brand-new voyage
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There are some awesome new cruise ships sailing now - or in the near future - but the one that I am most excited about is the brand new cruise line - Virgin Voyages.
If you know anything about Sir Richard Branson then you know he likes to do things differently. Very differently. And so it should come as no surprise that his new cruise company is not going to be your normal sailing experience. Here’s reasons why I’m excited about this new cruise brand.
Read MoreA Culinary Theatre Experience in Mexico
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When you hear the term “all-inclusive resort” you may immediately think of crowded buffets with lackluster food and watered down drinks. And while that is still the case for some resorts (the ones I avoid!), the approach to food service at many all-inclusive resorts (AI’s for short) has made a big turnaround in the past several years in order to cater to “foodies” - or people who just enjoy decent food and drinks on vacation. Read More…
Read MoreWhere to find the best pannenkoeken in Amsterdam
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You may have enjoyed a short stack (or two) but have you tried a pancake from the Netherlands? These pancakes are called pannenkoeken, or pannenkoek if you are talking about one of them. But after trying a Dutch pancake, you will probably want more than one! They are thinner than American pancakes but not quite as thin as a crepe. They can be eaten with sweet or savory items/fillings and can be enjoyed at breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack between meals. Let’s look at where to get the best pannenkoeken in Amsterdam.
Read MoreExperience luxury in Tuscany
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Picture a lush green countryside with rolling hills. Smell the faint scent of delicate roses growing in the garden. Listen to the soft flow of a water fountain. Taste some artisanal cheese from the Borgo sheep or a vegetable picked from the culinary garden. Feel the dough as you learn how to make a pizza at Borgo Cooking School.
At Borgo Santo Pietro in Tuscany, Italy you can do so much while receiving 5-star service at one of Italy’s most luxurious hotels.
Read MoreGluten free in Italy? Si!
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Although it is important to say “ciao” (“hello”) and you want to ask “quanto costa?” (how much does it cost?”), the most important question to know if you are a celiac traveling in Italy is “è questo senza glutine?” (“is this without gluten?”). And thankfully due to the country embracing the dietary restrictions that come with this auto-immune disease, the answer is often a resounding “si!” (That’s a YES!)
Read MoreHighlights of 2018's trip to Ireland and the UK
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We spent the summer of 2018 exploring Ireland and the four countries that make up the United Kingdom - England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. We spent the majority of our time in Ireland and Scotland, and we have a hard time choosing what our favorite was. Everywhere we went we enjoyed delicious local cuisine, yummy whiskey/whisky’s, beautiful nature and interesting historical sights. It was quite the adventure at times (driving on the left on the skinniest roads and getting stuck behind a rogue sheep are just two examples!) It was a great experience and we can’t wait to go back. Here’s a look at where we went/what we did.
Read MoreWhere does your airline food come from?
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I’ll be perfectly honest. We’ve never been big fans of airline food. I usually take a backpack full of snacks to make up for what we don’t/won’t eat on the plane. Just the smell of the food, and something about the coffee, often makes me nauseous. My husband has refused meals as he can’t stand the smell either (which always confuses the flight attendants).
But this past summer, we flew Lufthansa business class and something miraculous happened. We both ate our meals…
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