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Chance Encounters and Peace in Ubud, Bali

I have been wanting to visit Bali for almost as long as I can remember. Just the name conjures, for most of us, images of beauty and thoughts of peace....

Sanur Beach Shrines – Blessings in Bali

[caption id="attachment_5017" align="alignright" width="307"] A shrine of Ganesh in a market at Sanur, Bali.[/caption] I've been here in Sanur in Bali for a few days now. One of the things...

Guatemala Three Ways: Part 3 — Tikal and Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel

Guatemala is a beautiful country, of many faces. From the colonial town of Antigua to the shores of Lake Atitlan, I then explored an entirely different side of the country:...

Beyond the Bunny: The Origins of Chocolate

On a day when many people around the world are celebrating Easter, and lots of kids are hunting for eggs and tearing into chocolate bunnies (I was always a fan...

Top 10 Places in Bali

I leave for Bali in one week, and I am so excited for my first (and long awaited) visit there! I ran across this video of the Bali top 10...

Try-it Tuesday: Make a Wine Cork Board

Everyone who knows me knows I love wine. And when you love wine as much as I do, you can accumulate a lot of corks. A lot of corks. What...

The Best Sydney Restaurants For Most Spectacular Views

The city of Sydney is absolutely infatuated with food, celebrating celebrity chefs and creating incredible dining experiences for both locals and visitors. It should come as no surprise then that...

Guatemala Three Ways: Part 2 — Lake Atitlan and Casa Palopo

From last week's exploration of Antigua, we move on to the serene and beautiful Lake Atitlan of Guatemala. The word means "at the water" in Nahuatl — and indeed, this...

The Most Romantic Hotels in Vegas

Las Vegas aka Sin City is known for its collection of over the top attractions, casinos and late-night pool parties. But Las Vegas is also brimming with romance. With luxury...

The Best Hotel Hot Tubs In The World

Hotels are often praised for their outstanding accommodations and incredible dining, but what about the extra amenities that can make your vacation go from good to outstanding. Hotel hot tubs...

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