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5 Epic Adventure Destinations

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Lesley | 1 Comments

From the vast, timeless sands of Wadi Rum, Jordan to 12,000 feet above Nadi, Fiji, where the sky and water blur the lines of reality, these five epic adventure journeys should be on everyone’s bucket list. Which ones have you experienced? 1. Wadi Rum – Jordan This is a stupendous, timeless place. Here, it is the weather and winds that have…

5 Less Popular Cities Worth Visiting in Germany‏

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

Best known for its famous Oktoberfest, Germany is a popular tourist destination. It’s home to some of Europe’s most beautiful scenery, fairy tale castles, historical sights, and lively night life. While we all know Berlin, Frankfurt, and Munich, there are several smaller German destinations well-worth a visit. Here’s an overview of 5 less popular cities worth visiting in Germany. Garmisch Partenkirchen…

My Kind of Traffic Jam in Etosha National Park, Namibia

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Lesley | 2 Comments

A traffic jam held us up in Etosha National Park for most of the day. It was the first time I’d hoped for wall-to-wall traffic. Part of the line-up: zebras, a giraffe, a rhino, a springbok, an elephant, a wildebeest, and an ostrich. It all started with a few… hundred zebras.

Bellafonte Bonaire – A Million Dollar View!

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Lesley | 0 Comments

I’m at the best resort in Bonaire and I’ve decided to sleep outside. I can’t get enough of the view, the sound of the waves, and the smell of the ocean. I arrived at Bellafonte Bonaire today and I don’t want to leave. Even when my kiteboarding lesson was canceled because of low winds, I wasn’t disappointed. I’ve never found…

5 Best Tourist Sights in Old Town Riga, Latvia

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Lesley | 4 Comments

Today, I got lost in the labyrinth of narrow, cobblestone streets of Old Town Riga, Latvia. Luckily, I had a guide to lead the way when I got turned around. I can imagine, as a tourist without a local guide, it could be a bit frustrating visiting the town. With so many sightseeing opportunities and so many activities, it would…

5 Amazing Reasons to Stay at Newport Coast Villas

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Lesley | 3 Comments

My recent stay at Newport Coast Villas, a Marriott Vacation Club resort, left me wanting to live there full-time. The villas was larger than my apartment, the amenities were in tune with everything I like, and the activities, both on and off property, were a bucketlist seekers dream. With options like Hollywood tours, beachfront dining, and marine life adventures, it…

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…

And Just Like that, Winter has Arrived in Banff

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Kevin Carter | 23 Comments

Last week, I shared a few photos that I took while travelling around Banff National Park, Canada, and I am truly humbled by the number of wonderful comments that were submitted, so I decided to show you a few more. Over the past week, Mother Nature decided to bless us with 30 inches of snow, which has everyone in town…

Time to Share – Marriott’s Harbour Lake

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Lesley | 3 Comments

I’d never stayed at a timeshare property. I’d never even visited one. Doesn’t that sound odd since I travel so frequently? I honestly thought that timeshares were for older people and they restricted you to one location indefinitely. How naive is that? But I bet I’m not alone, right? Then, I had the opportunity to visit Marriott’s Harbour Lake and…

A New Level of “Wow”: Hilton Waikoloa Village

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Lesley | 1 Comments

For now on, rather than saying “wow” or “whoohoo”, I’m going to say “Waikoloa”. It’s a new level of “wow”. Located on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii in the midst of Waikoloa Beach Resort, the extraordinary Hilton Waikoloa Village offers an unforgettable experience shrouded in luscious gardens, serene waterfalls, picturesque sunsets, 62 oceanfront acres, and an array of activities…