36 articles tagged with winter getaway
Landing in Koh Samui for an extended layover after a consulting project in Bangkok last winter was one of those fortuitous business travel decisions that completely transformed my itinerary. What began as a quick tropical escape evolved into a full...
The first time my network crashed during a video call back home, I was sitting at a roadside jerk stand in Kingston, Jamaica, with sauce-covered fingers and a mouthful of the most flavorful chicken I'd ever tasted. That technical glitch—which...
There's something remarkably algorithmic about small Midwestern towns—predictable grid patterns, familiar storefronts, and rhythmic seasonal displays. Yet beneath this seemingly procedural façade lies a treasure trove of unexpected discoveries. As someone who designs virtual worlds for a living, I've developed...
When winter's chill hits Brisbane, my little family often dreams of sandy beaches and tropical adventures. Last December, we traded Australia's summer for the Caribbean's warm embrace in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. This coastal gem offers the perfect blend of...
As someone who's spent a career studying coastal weather systems, I can tell you with absolute certainty: the microclimates of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines create one of the most perfect winter sailing environments on the planet. The northeast trade...
The moment our rental car turned off the highway toward San Pedro de MacorĂs, I knew this wasn't going to be your typical Dominican Republic vacation. No all-inclusive resorts, no crowded beaches packed with tourists clutching identical cocktails. Instead, we...
As someone who's pushed her body to Olympic limits on tracks worldwide, I've learned that true luxury isn't just about thread counts and champagne—it's about extraordinary experiences that rejuvenate both body and spirit. Honolulu delivers this perfect blend of physical...
There's something almost therapeutically perfect about the rhythmic sound of waves meeting shoreline—a natural metronome that seems to reset our internal clocks. After my life-altering experience in Costa Rica eight years ago, I've developed a profound appreciation for destinations that...
When the assignment came through to cover the Caribbean Premier League cricket tournament in Saint Lucia, I immediately blocked off extra days for my true passion project: uncovering the island's after-dark scene. While the tourist crowds flock to Rodney Bay...
There's something profoundly transformative about discovering places that exist just beyond the well-trodden tourist path. Guaynabo—a mere whisper in most Puerto Rican travel conversations—revealed itself to me as precisely this kind of sanctuary. Just minutes from San Juan's pulsating energy,...
The rhythmic lapping of waves against golden shores, the vibrant tapestry of Portuguese-influenced architecture set against lush palm groves, and the delicate balance of spiritual traditions alongside beachside revelry—Goa offers families a multisensory introduction to India that's both gentle and...
There's something magical about the way the winter sun catches the turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean. As someone who's spent decades navigating between professional obligations and personal passions, I've discovered that Cancun offers far more than its spring break...
When most people think of Miami beaches, the neon-lit, model-strutting, music-thumping South Beach immediately comes to mind. But as someone who's spent years capturing the sounds of destinations around the world, I've learned that the most authentic experiences often lie...
There's a profound energy that pulses through Puerto Plata's landscape—one that extends far beyond its postcard-perfect beaches and resort cocktails. As someone who's spent years seeking the intersection of adrenaline and mindfulness in my travels, I've discovered that this northern...
The crystalline waters of Belize's Caribbean coast hold treasures beyond measure, but none quite as charming as its island gems—San Pedro and Caye Caulker. When my daughter Maya and I traded our Ohio courtroom and preschool for this tropical paradise...