Sunset Sunday – The Fort at San Blas, Mexico

Sunset Sunday – The Fort at San Blas, Mexico

Among statues, cannons, and history, I enjoyed the sun’s descent. From atop the hill, I took a few photos to mark the memory, but then started to mentally travel back in time. I wondered what life was like when the Spanish occupied the fort. Their world, that world – so different from mine

Ever Stay Where the Locals Stay?

Ever Stay Where the Locals Stay?

Many of us always eat with the locals for that authentic experience, but did you ever consider staying where the locals stay?

Sunset Sunday – The Black Sands of Bali

Sunset Sunday – The Black Sands of Bali

The Black Sand Sunset in Bali Bali. The destination seems to evoke the traveler’s image of a paradise. Yes, and with good reason. On the island where author Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat, Pray, Love) found her love, there is certainly much to love; the landscapes, the culture, the jungle, the beaches, and yes the sunsets. Tanah […]

First Stop – Punta Laguna, Riviera Maya

First Stop – Punta Laguna, Riviera Maya

The first scheduled stop on my day’s tour, Punta Laguna, did not excite me. I’ll admit it. My initial thought – skip it. I looked ahead. I thought, let’s head straight to the ancient ruins of Coba and spend more time understanding the mystique and magic of the Mayans.

Sunset Sunday – Santa Teresa-Mal Pais, Costa Rica

Sunset Sunday – Santa Teresa-Mal Pais, Costa Rica

Often I review some of my old photos and journals when reminded of an adventure. And this Thanksgiving weekend, thankful for all my travels, I decided to look back to the adventure that changed the course of my future. An adventure where I actually spent a Thanksgiving searching for a slice of Turkey to go with my beans and rice. This weekend I looked back to the first leg of my travel sabbatical ….

Sunset Sunday – Walking the Brooklyn Bridge, New York

Sunset Sunday – Walking the Brooklyn Bridge, New York

As a native New Yorker, I am often asked for recommendations, the “what to do, what to see” regarding my city. It’s not hard to rattle of a list of ‘to-dos’ about arguably one of the world’s most dynamic and exciting destinations so I oblige. Yet I don’t often write about them. I don’t want […]

The Perfect Place to Daydream, Riviera Maya.

The Perfect Place to Daydream, Riviera Maya.

Often times, when in Mexico conversation commences about other Mexican destinations. Comparisons – yes, but also (and mostly) about how we all appreciate the country, the culture and the cuisine. I found myself talking about the Riviera Maya yesterday, and as much as I enjoy the adventure of exploring the cenotes, discovering my senses, eating […]

Sunset Sunday – Charleston, South Carolina

Sunset Sunday – Charleston, South Carolina

The charm of Charleston magnifies when you walk the city. Whether you follow its revolutionary roots, its Civil War Story, or just meander to enjoy its historic homes at some point you will find yourself down along the battery. And I recommend you find yourself there at sunset. On the waterfront, you walk among monuments […]