Situated off the Caribbean Sea in the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, Cancun is a popular destination. It traces its roots back to the Mayan civilization and you can still find some of the sites at El Meco and El Rey. In fact, along the Riviera Maya and in the Yucatan interior, you will find many archaeological sites like Tulum and Coba. These are fascinating journeys into an almost forgotten life and time so get your cheap tickets to Cancun and go … [Read more...]
Moon Maya 2012
Moon Maya 2012 by Joshua Berman In time for the end of the 5125 year cycle started by the Mayans in 3114 BC - Moon has released "Maya 2012" a guide to celebrations in Mexico, Guatemala, Belize & Honduras. This region is often referred to as the "mundo maya" - where most of the world's 10 million Mayans still live today. While some of the guide is geared towards touring in 2012, much is not and the book offers helpful advice in general on … [Read more...]
A Perfect Day in Santa Fe
When people think of Santa Fe, they usually conjure up images of adobe buildings or art. While art and architecture are intrinsic parts of Santa Fe's identity, there's a whole lot more going on in the City Different. Unofficially, we're the funny bumper sticker capital of America. The city is also extremely old, as Santa Fe was founded thirteen years before the Pilgrims made it to Plymouth Rock. If you only have one day to visit, here's how to … [Read more...]
Moon San Miguel de Allende
Moon San Miguel de Allende by Julie Doherty Meade has just released their guide to San Miguel de Allende in Central Mexico. We used to hear stories from family who would travel to this region annually - stories of the silver mines, stories of the lifelike human mummy museum, wonderful art galleries, but most of all photos showing giant colorful bougainvillea plants and descriptions of these warmer regions during times of the year when much of … [Read more...]
Valladolid Mexico
Like any traveler, there are many historical sites that take my breath away. The feeling of being enchanted with a new city or town is all part of what separates a traveler from a tourist. We aim to experience life as the locals do and allow ourselves to get caught up in the moment and let the experience shape us into better individuals. However, there are few places that resonate with me on a deeper and more personal level. I'm sure we've all … [Read more...]
Jessica Matthews & Julia Silverman: sOccket Co-founders
sOccket is a unique soccer ball which generates and stores energy every time it is kicked. This invention has significant practical applications in energy starved regions around the world. Recently we had a chance to ask co-founders Jessica and Julia a few questions about their ingenious invention. Q. Jessica/Julia - tell us a little about your background and how you became involved with sOccket. The concept for sOccket came out … [Read more...]
Maui is “Best Island in the World” for the 17th Time
"The Magic Isle" Captures Highest Score of Any Destination in the World MAUI, Hawaii - For an unprecedented 17th time, "Maui, the Magic Isle" captured "Best Island in the World" honors in the 24th annual CONDE NAST TRAVELER Readers' Choice Awards. With a score of 92.1, Maui was also voted "Best U.S. Island" (formerly "Best Pacific Island") for the 21st consecutive year. In the same category, sister island Kauai placed 2nd (90.0) while third … [Read more...]
Johan Ernst Nilson: International Explorer
Johan is in the middle of a global expedition in which he is journeying from the North Pole through North and South America and ultimately reaching the South Pole. Pole2Pole is a 12 month journey. Along with the unique adventure aspect of the journey (never been done), Johan is also raising awareness for the environment and working with additional charities. Recently we had a chance to ask Johan about both his current and prior … [Read more...]
What is The Unstoppable Life?
Sailor Who Circumnavigated Globe Reveals How to Make Your Dreams Come True Larry Jacobson knows what it's like to have a dream that seems nearly impossible to realize. He also knows how to make that dream come true. "I remember being a curious kid looking out at the docks in Long Beach from behind the locked gates that led to the pier," he said. "I saw this montage of beautiful sails and gleaming boats and the vast expanse of the sea, and … [Read more...]
Napa Valley Mexican-American Vintners Association Tasting
The first ever tasting of the Napa Valley Mexican-American Vintners Association was held Saturday July 30, 2011 at Maldonado Vineyards in the far northern reaches of the Napa Valley. This was the best tasting we've attended so far this year in Napa. Very personalized, great wine - dignitaries came up from Los Angeles, a historic tasting. The association is fairly new (2010). It was formed after a number of vintners poured their wines in Mexico … [Read more...]
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