Is it Worth Visiting Puerto Vallarta?
Apr11

Is it Worth Visiting Puerto Vallarta?

I have avoided visiting Puerto Vallarta for, well, decades. I’m not a fan of places that get heavy tourism or that have a ton of expats. Puerto Vallarta is somewhere that is very well known to have its share of heavy tourism, expat population, as well as cruise visitors. Well, after hearing from some friends on ways I could avoid the tourist hordes, I decided it was time to actually visit and see what I thought. Is it worth visiting...

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Tulum, An Unusual Coastal Town
Jun24

Tulum, An Unusual Coastal Town

The small coastal town of Tulum in Mexico’s Riviera Maya has a very slow rhythm, some absolutely stunning beaches, and is a short trip from Cancun.

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A Wonderful Thai Island Escape
Apr09

A Wonderful Thai Island Escape

Not every Thai island is packed with tourists and loud scooters. Here is one piece of paradise you should consider visiting.

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Review of Chaweng Lake Condotel on Koh Samui
Apr05

Review of Chaweng Lake Condotel on Koh Samui

Initially, the small Thai island of Koh Samui wasn’t on my radar. There were other islands that had scuba diving that had been calling my attention, as well as some others that friends had recommended. But, when we were offered a housesit in a bungalow practically on the beach, well, Samui was suddenly on the map. AsiaRooms.com offered to host us for a couple of nights in a lovely condo hotel before our gig was scheduled to begin....

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Essaouira, breaking from the chaos of Morocco
Dec07

Essaouira, breaking from the chaos of Morocco

Morocco is an amazing country.  It challenges you, amazes you, stuns you, and brings you through so many other emotions.  After time in Tangier, Marrakech, and other areas, like Fes, it’s important to go to other places to get a feel for the less chaotic side of this north African country.  After a few days in Marrakech, we were ready for the coast, and we headed to the coastal town of Essaouira (pronounced sah-wee-rah)....

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