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All in 2 Hours at San Juan Marriott

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

2 hours in the right place can offer more fun and adventure than a year somewhere else. Today, Darren and I arrived at San Juan Marriott Resort and we only had two hours together. Darren was returning back to North Carolina and I am staying in Puerto Rico for an extra few days. Between check-in and check-out, for Darren at…

Completely Bizarre & Utterly Delicious

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

At our recent Zest dinner at San Juan Water & Beach Club, we had something completely bizarre yet utterly delicious. Popcorn Soup is actual popcorn in soup with truffle-butter and rosemary essence. When Chef suggested it, I was hesitant but the cool creamy top and the warm soup bottom came together like a watching a snowy, winter storm from the…

A Resort for All Generations – Atlantis, Bahamas

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

I’ve found it! A resort that offers bucket list activities for all generations from grandparents to grandchildren from mothers to daughters. With scheduled entertainment, a marine habitat, a water park, and extreme water adventures, my mother, my sister, my daughter, and I all crossed items off of our list while staying at Atlantis, Bahamas. Offering the world’s largest open-air marine…

What’s Your Biggest Fear?

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Lesley | 5 Comments

What’s your biggest fear; something so paralyzing that it gives you shivers just thinking about it? Just two years ago, I was so desperately afraid of marine life that the sight of a minnow sent me in the opposite direction. I loved to swim and I spent my entire life in the water, but I could never even think about…

Lost in Time Together at The Dig, Atlantis

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

Today, Athena and I embarked on a journey through the streets and tunnels of the fabulous lost city of Atlantis while admiring stunning marine life exhibits at The Dig. Paradise Island’s The Dig features habitats for Lionfish, lobster, seahorse, clownfish, piranhas, groupers, tropical fish, iridescent jellyfish, and Moray Eels. It’s a once in a lifetime experience and Athena and I…

5 Amazing Reasons to Stay at Marriott Grand Cayman‏

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

I don’t usually return to a resort twice, but I look forward to my next vacation at Marriott Grand Cayman. It’s a place to create memories that will last a lifetime. Here are 5 amazing reasons why Marriott Grand Cayman should be on your bucket list: 5. The Pool – Located directly on the beach, the pool is freshwater and it’s only…

Swimming with Sea Turtles At Cayman Turtle Farm

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

Swim with turtles in a lagoon full of colorful marine life. Come nose to nose with sharks and other predators of the sea. Explore a free flight zone filled with local and exotic birds. The Cayman Island Turtle Farm offers an Adventure Tour that includes: Turtle Lagoon, Predator Reef, Caribbean Free Flight Aviary, and Breaker’s Lagoon. All in one location,…

Couples Retreat – La Mer Spa, Marriott Grand Cayman

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Our wedding anniversary was a few weeks ago but with everything going on, travel, work, selling the house, the holidays, daily life, we didn’t stop to breathe, let alone celebrate. Besides, we had bigger fish in our sights – our trip to Marriott Grand Cayman. We’re more about celebrating life rather than specific days anyway. We opted for a more…

Did You Ever Think You’d Hear “Unlimited Lobster Night”?

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

As an eastern Canadian, I would put my family to shame if I didn’t attend an unlimited lobster night. To be honest, I didn’t ever think I’d hear of unlimited lobster night; some things are just too good to be true. Yet every Wednesday night, Solana Restaurant at Marriott Grand Cayman offers an All You Can Eat Lobster Night! Their menu…

A 7000-Acre Playground for All Ages

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Lesley | 0 Comments

Families can come together to experience endless activities and sporting adventures at Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic. From horseback riding along the Chavon River, polo lessons at the Equestrian and Polo Club, catamaran sailing at the Marina, and shooting at the Safari Club, Casa de Campo activities read like a life’s bucket list rather than resort options. Additionally, families can enjoy more…