78 articles tagged with wellness travel
There's something deeply spiritual about floating among ancient limestone karsts while sipping premium champagne at sunset. Having visited Halong Bay four times now—twice solo and twice with friends—I've discovered that experiencing this UNESCO World Heritage site aboard a luxury junk...
As someone who's spent decades exploring the world's great adventure destinations, I've found that sometimes the most surprising discoveries come in the most unexpected places. Green Bay, Wisconsin—known primarily for its football fervor and cheese-filled tailgates—has quietly been building an...
The mountains have always spoken to me in the language of healing. Perhaps that's why, after decades of helping others navigate their trauma in sterile office settings, I found myself drawn to Albuquerque's dramatic skyline—where the Sandia Mountains rise like...
The Baltic coast holds a special kind of magic that few European beach destinations can match—a delicate blend of pristine nature, cultural heritage, and unhurried charm. As someone who's spent years documenting coastal communities across the globe, I've developed a...
The first time I traced the winding roads of Spearfish Canyon, I was reminded of my investigative pursuits—uncovering hidden gems requires patience and an eye for detail. What I discovered in this corner of South Dakota's Black Hills defied expectations:...
There's something magical about the way autumn light filters through vineyards, casting long shadows across rows of ripening grapes. This particular golden hour finds me in an unexpected locale—not Napa or Sonoma, but Caldwell, Idaho, where the Sunnyslope Wine Trail...
The fluorescent glow of conference rooms can feel like a prison sentence when you're in Vegas—a city surrounded by some of North America's most spectacular desert landscapes. As someone who's split time between emergency medicine and adventure travel, I've learned...
As a physical therapist who's constantly balancing client care with cross-Atlantic travel, I've developed a keen eye for cities that offer business efficiency alongside genuine cultural experiences. Albany—New York's understated capital—has surprised me on multiple visits with its blend of...
¡Hola, mis amigos viajeros! When my corporate client asked me to manage their social media campaign from Sheridan, Wyoming for two weeks this summer, I'll admit I raised an eyebrow. Trading the coastal energy of St. Petersburg for a small...
As someone who's traversed the globe seeking balance between luxury and authenticity, I've discovered that a destination's true character often emerges after sunset. French Polynesia may be renowned for its turquoise lagoons and overwater bungalows, but Papeete—Tahiti's vibrant capital—transforms into...
As someone who has traversed the globe both for governmental duties and personal pleasure, I've developed a discerning eye for destinations that balance opulence with authenticity. Rio de Janeiro—with its dramatic mountain-meets-ocean landscape, vibrant cultural heritage, and pulsating energy—offers precisely...
As I stood on the volcanic black sand of Praia Banana, watching the equatorial sun cast golden ripples across the Gulf of Guinea, I was struck by a profound realization: Principe Island represents one of our planet's last truly untouched...
Standing at the edge of Debrecen's Aquaticum thermal pool, I watched as steam rose in delicate spirals, carrying dissolved minerals that have been filtering through Hungary's ancient geological strata for millennia. As a biologist, I'm fascinated by how these mineral-rich...
When my daughter Asha and I found ourselves with an unexpected free weekend during our US family visit, we decided to explore Overland Park, Kansas – a place that had been on my radar for its surprising blend of outdoor...
The juxtaposition of ancient traditions and ultramodern luxury in Bangkok creates a fascinating study in contrasts that I've found myself drawn to repeatedly over the years. As someone who spends most days analyzing the intricate details of medical imaging, I...