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There are so many fun things to do in Big Bear Lake California and I had no idea. I had been to California a number of times either for business purposes or for vacation and seen a number of beautiful places like Yosemite National Park, Disneyland Park, Golden Gate Bridge, the famous Alcatraz Island, and…
Indonesia is dotted with volcanoes famous for sunrise hikes, such as Mt. Bromo in Java and Mt. Rinjani in Lombok. The Mount Batur sunrise trek is probably the most well-known hike in Bali, and it’s something that almost every traveler has on their Bali itinerary! Indeed, Bali’s own Mt. Batur is the most common volcano…
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Just a 40-minute drive west of Lisbon, Cascais is a sun-drenched coastal gem tucked into the Lisbon District of Portugal. Once a fishing village and a favourite summer retreat for Portuguese royalty, Cascais is now a hotspot for creatives and digital nomads seeking the beach, the waves and the epic brunch spots. There are so…
I first visited Verona on a very chilly New Year’s trip in 2014 with Luca. Six years later, we returned in summer to celebrate his mom’s birthday — and fell in love with the city all over again. Sunlight warmed the piazzas, the river shimmered, and we sipped Amarone in some amazing restaurants. Verona is…
Thank you to Malina Saval and Pasadena Magazine for publishing my article, “Epic Antarctica Adventure: Paddleboarding, Helicopter Rides, and a Polar Plunge South of the Circle. Antarctica Ranks First When It Comes to Wilderness, Adventure and Breathtaking Beauty,” in the print May/June 2025 Summer Travel issue about my first time setting foot on my seventh…
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Summer is in full swing here in Hawaii and what a wild past couple years it has been for the world. With venues re-opening and new activities being explored, we are taking full advantage of the clear sunny days. You may ask, what do you do during summers in Hawaii? As July is a hard…
I recently explored Algeria as a woman traveler. Its beauty, culture, and rich history are amazing. If you’re planning a trip, this guide will help you discover why Algeria is a destination worth visiting. It’s full of top Algeria tourist attractions that are both fascinating and inspiring. After visiting this place, I realized how rewarding…
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Each summer, the Dominican Republic braces for another onslaught of sargassum—floating mats of brown seaweed originating from the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt. In 2025, this natural phenomenon has reached unprecedented levels, with satellite data revealing a record-breaking 38 million metric tons of sargassum across the Atlantic and Caribbean during May—nearly double the previous high set…
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Atlanta’s newest hospitality additions offer first-class Japanese elegance and food that is heavenly Story by Mary Welch Photos by Grady McGill Now that the hotel, Nobu Atlanta, and its flagship restaurant came to Atlanta, we can testify: “It’s really special. It’s a big deal!” Nobu Atlanta is a 150-room hotel nestled around the corner of…
Hardside vs Softside If you’re torn between choosing hardside or softside luggage, consider these points: Hardside luggage is more protective when it comes to water-resistance and scuff marks, but the rigidity means you might be sacrificing space when packing (compression straps and pads, do provide some help though). Softside luggage is more flexible, weighs less,…
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