The European trip, while expensive these days for Americans, is still near the top of many people’s travel list. Like anywhere, there are ways to do it more inexpensively. One of the best ways to get around Europe is by train; RailEurope offers various passes within countries and between countries, from one ticket to multi-day…
Ecuador has a lot of history, culture, traditions and arts – and with a stay at Morenica del Rosario in one of the country’s most charming cities, Cuenca, your accommodations encompass all of that. Morenica is almost as much a heritage museum as it is a hotel. Sprinkled throughout its four floors are artifacts, handicrafts,…
As a travel writer, I am always on the go. Whether it’s a months-long international trip or a few days’ short getaway, I demand travel gear that is rugged, long-lasting and well-made; as well as something that suits my needs with the proper size, compartments, carrying options and such. All that being said, the typical…
The Garden of Eden in Bocas del Toro is a hidden, pristine and very private getaway, that feels very remote in this archipelago of ten islands on the Caribbean coast of Panama – yet it is easily accessible. Only a few places around the world have been able to retain the particular atmosphere and authenticity…
Boquete, Panama has become one of those “it” places that expats have been flocking to relocate to in recent decades. Fortunately, it is still under the radar of places such as Costa Rica and Cuenca, Ecuador; and still retains an authenticity, a low-key vibe, that keep it from simply being gringo-land in Central America….
The official tagline of the nation of Fiji is “Where Happiness Lives.” On my recent debut trip to the islands, I found this to be perfectly true. Its archipelago of 333 islands — of which about 100 are inhabited — provides something that is increasingly rare in tropical island destinations: luxury combined with laid-back charm;…
Originally built in 1930 as a family home in the newer (at that time) part of Quito just north of the Old Town Center, Casa Joaquin has loads of history and character. The family run, colonial-era inn has been completely renovated, very well-done and tasteful. The decor is stylish, but not at all over…