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Hawks Cay: A Classic Florida Keys Resort Redefines Itself

April 6, 2019 by Allison Tibaldi2 Comments

If you think Florida is all early bird specials and theme parks where you’ll wait on long lines to sip butter beer, welcome to the Florida Keys. This 125-mile-long chain of islands is a natural wonderland that begins just south of Miami. Once you arrive, you’ll feel a million miles away from the crowds that a certain black-eared mouse attracts. The Keys are divided into five regions: Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine and the Lower Keys … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Aquarium, Beer, Cruising, Dolphin, Florida, Key Largo, Key West, Palm Trees, Paradise, Resort, River Rafting, Seafood, Snorkel

Why skiing in Turkey is an Awesome Experience

April 1, 2019 by Abdul RastagarLeave a Comment

“One-third of the world’s population lives within a 4-hour flight from here. That’s why we call it the nearest ski resort in the world.” The winds of change are finally drifting across Turkey. The country is not exactly the first place that comes to mind when we think of skiing. Less than 1% of the country participates, and its international reputation for the winter sport is non-existent. But that may change if Yucel Ikiler has his way. He … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Art, Culture, Internet, Istanbul, Resort, Rocky Mountains, Ski Trip, Switzerland, Volcano, Winter Travel

Five Reasons to Visit Medellin

March 28, 2019 by Preethi ChandrasekharLeave a Comment

Lonely Planet named Colombia 2nd best country to visit in 2017. I first visited Colombia a few years ago, when I set foot into the walled city of Cartagena. I had just finished reading Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez’ Love in the Time of Cholera, and as I moved through the old town in Cartagena, pages of his novel came to life, setting the tone for that trip. I discovered a colorful, romantic city where Latin music and dancing greeted me … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: America, Andes, Architecture, Art, Avocado, Bus Travel, Coffee, Colombia, Culture, Dancing, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Lifestyle, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Music, Nightlife

The California “Poppypalooza”

March 24, 2019 by Abdul RastagarLeave a Comment

“It’s everywhere,” he whispers to himself as he finally puts down his tablet and looks out the car window. For once, nature has won over my son’s attention. He puts the electronics aside and sweeps his gaze across the rolling hills surrounding Lake Elsinore. Expansive blankets of orange and yellow paint the otherwise green hills and canyons, with blotches of purple and white laced in between. After months of drenching winter rains, southern … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, California, Festival, Flowers, Hiking, Traffic, Wildlife

Exploring Wine in Switzerland’s Lake Geneva Region

March 18, 2019 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

As a wine enthusiast, I seek to sample wines from lesser-known regions. While I appreciate the supple richness and velvety texture of a Pomerol from Bordeaux and the complex fruit concentrations of Southern Tuscany’s great Brunello di Montalcino, it’s the pours from destinations that are not yet written on the wine lover’s map that really get my palate going. I recently visited Switzerland’s Lake Geneva Region. It’s a gorgeous part of one the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Culture, Drinking, Europe, Festival, History, Ski Trip, Spa, Switzerland, Train Travel, Tuscany, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Sri Lanka Destination Guide

March 14, 2019 by Preethi Chandrasekhar3 Comments

Sri Lanka has never really been on my bucket list of countries to see. However, I was recently invited to a destination wedding in this country and decided to take the opportunity to discover the island and what it has to offer. Sri Lanka truly has something for everyone, from its laid-back beach towns, spectacular train journeys, to historical ruins, to tea estates to hiking up mountain peaks. This island nation has been voted top country for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Bakeries, Beach, Bridges, Bus Travel, Canals, Caves, China, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, Garden, Hiking, History, India

The Turkish Hammam Experience

March 11, 2019 by Abdul Rastagar2 Comments

“Noble deeds and hot baths are the best cures for depression.” ― Dodie Smith While Scandinavians are famed for their saunas, Turks proudly boast of their hammams. These are essentially the middle eastern relatives of the dry Nordic saunas, with a focus on steam baths and full body scrubs. Venture into any Turkish city and you are bound to stumble across a myriad of bathhouses scattered throughout town. Hammams have always carried a certain … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Asia, Dessert, Istanbul, Mosque, Museum, Spa

Where to See Active Volcanoes in Costa Rica

March 8, 2019 by The Agape Co.2 Comments

Home to over 200 volcanic structures and 6 active volcanoes, it’s difficult to visit Costa Rica and not see one! Not all of the volcanoes in Costa Rica are the conic shaped ones you see at science fairs, but all are just as mesmerizing as those baking soda experiments. Your trip to Costa Rica isn’t complete without visiting at least one of these famous active volcanoes! Some of the best volcanoes in Costa Rica are easier to get to than others, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Costa Rica, Hiking, National Park, Resort, Spa, Volcano, Walking tour, Waterfall

Adventures in Lake Tahoe

March 5, 2019 by The Agape Co.Leave a Comment

Lake Tahoe is truly a not-so-hidden gem of the western United States. As one of the largest alpine lakes in the world, there are plenty of fun things to do in Lake Tahoe, in both winter and summer. Our guide below will help you identify 5 Can’t Miss Adventures Near Lake Tahoe! The expansive shores offer plenty of things to do in Lake Tahoe; from spectacular hiking trails, amazing wineries and breweries, homey bars, to towering casinos, all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Beach, Bicycle, Casino, Drinking, Festival, Hiking, History, Lake Tahoe, Lodge, Museum, National Park, Nevada, Paddle Boarding, Resort, Sand, Sierra Nevada, Ski Trip, Village

The Beach Plum Farm Cottage Experience in Cape May New Jersey

March 2, 2019 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

It all started in Cape May New Jersey when Curtis Bashaw, Founder and Managing Partner of Cape Resorts, had his eye on a plot of land adjacent to Beach Plum Farm for building his dream home. Just 2 miles outside the town's well preserved Victorian-era historic district, this 62 acre farm along with 3 additional farms in South Jersey supply Beach Blum Farm's kitchen as well as other in town Cape Resorts dining venues like The Ebbitt Room, Blue Pig … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Beach, Bicycle, Christmas, Coffee, Drinking, Golf, Harvest, Hiking, New Jersey, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wildlife

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