Today, I have the pleasure to feature a person who can teach us a thing or two about travel and inspiration. I am referring to Duff, one of the founding members of the popular website called Aspiring Backpacker. Duff has been globetrotting since 2008, worked and traveled extensively around Asia and the South Pacific, and […]
Anacapa Island: A Mirage in the Pacific Ocean
This week one of my biggest dreams came true. I have a thing for visiting off-the-beaten-track destinations. This doesn’t mean I am interested to only visit destinations at the end of the world. There are some places that, for some reason, do not get the deserved attention. And, oh boy, how do I like to […]
Pulhapanzak: Honduras Massive Waterfall
This article highlights Pulhapanzak, a massive waterfall located in Honduras and one of the most beautiful places in the country. I have never been to Niagara, Victoria, or Iguaçu Falls. I have heard regular waterfalls do not amaze you anymore after seeing these huge drops of water (the biggest and widest in the world). However, […]
Cachuma Lake, California
After exploring Santa Barbara, our eyes were fixed on the next destination. We read Solvang, the famous Danish village, was really close to the “American Riviera”. Therefore, we took scenic route 154 to our intended destination. I discovered the scenic nature of the highway a few minutes after interchanging city views for the rolling hills […]
Old Town Pasadena
I guess it is proper to say Pasadena is world famous. And a lot of that fame is related to roses. The city has hosted the Tournament of Roses Parade since 1890 and the annual Rose Bowl football fame since 1902. But, do you know Pasadena has a charming and well preserved, old town? After […]
Is it worth it to travel to that country?
In this article, I discuss why I believe it is not fair to say a country has nothing to offer or it is not worth traveling to it. As you guys know, I recently returned home from more than two weeks in El Salvador and Honduras. Before the trip, I communicated my intentions to several […]
A Tale of Two Aquariums in San Francisco
Let’s say you are visiting San Francisco and for some reason you have the desire to visit an aquarium. You may be in the city with kids, you may want to do something different or you may have an interest for underwater creatures. Or maybe a rainy day limited your sightseeing options. In that case, […]
Marmahon: Honduras Favorite With Middle Eastern Roots
This post is part of a weekly feature called Discovery of the Week. By discovery, I mean a place, a custom or dish that is not widely known. See, I love to read travel magazines, websites and books. Very often, I find beautiful and interesting gems that not a lot of people seem to […]
Ataco, El Salvador: Things to Do, See and Eat
With time, I have compiled a list called “My Happy Places.” They are a mix of places I visited during my childhood, places I discovered while going to college, places in my adopted home (California) and places I fell in love with during my travels. Ataco, a drop of color among a sea of green, […]
Tulum Archeological Site: Location Saved You
This article focuses on Tulum Archeological Site, a Mayan city with a stunning location next to the Caribbean Sea. I am a hardcore fan of Mayan ruins (just take a deep look at my site). When I visited the Riviera Maya, Chichen Itza and Tulum were two of the must-see spots. Chichen Itza was just […]
Featured Travelers: Wayne and Pat of Unhook Now
Today, I have the pleasure to feature Wayne and Pat Dunlap from Unhook Now (and other projects). This couple has traveled to more than 100 countries, have written their own book and give conferences based on their travel adventures. And that is not it. They have big travel plans for this year. If you want […]
El Rey Archeological Site: Mayan Ruins in Cancun
This article highlights El Rey Archeological Site, a Mayan site located in Cancun’s hotel or touristic zone. You guys know how Cancun totally deceived me. Beaches controlled by all-inclusive hotels (when all beaches are supposed to be public). Hotel paid guards making sure you don’t step over the sand (or swim) in front of a […]
Featured Traveler: Mary of The World is a Book
Today’s featured traveler is Mary; the blogger behind The World is a Book. I am happy to highlight her wonderful website because she is constantly on the move with her family. Yes, she travels with her husband and two kids. Her example proves how travel and kids are not mutually exclusive. Mary and her husband […]
Best Beaches in the Maldives
If you are looking for seriously beautiful beach holidays, the Maldives is the place to go. These islands boast breathtaking beaches that will not disappoint. Whether you are looking for a lovely spot to sunbathe, a thrilling area to scuba dive or the ideal fishing location, the Maldives have all of the perfect traits. With soft sand […]
When Travel Takes Away the Power to Control
If travel has thought me something, it is that things are not going to happen as we want. Do you allow travel to take away the power to control? I have mentioned before how nervous I get every time I have to fly on a plane. Actually, I don’t feel that bad because I have […]