Beaches offer some of the world’s most relaxing and inspiring travel experiences. From tropical islands and dramatic coastlines to hidden seaside escapes, Tango Diva explores beach destinations around the world.
The Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, are an archipelago in the mid-Atlantic. The islands are characterized by dramatic landscapes, fishing villages, green pastures and hedgerows of blue hydrangeas. And relatively tourist free. São Miguel, the largest, has lake-filled calderas and the Gorreana Tea Plantation. Pico is home to the 2,351m Mt. Pico and vineyards…
Sail Portugal’s Douro River with Viking River Cruises. Wine, culture, Porto, Lisbon, and unforgettable landscapes on the River of Gold
Vacation time. Don’t we all deserve a little R&R? The answer is yes. This Diva scoured the globe for the perfect solo retreat. Requirements: adults only, spa, warm weather, healthy eating, and sunsets over the ocean. Hacienda del Sol Wellness Resort in Costa RIca checks all the boxes. GOOD TO KNOW: The resort is situated…
Festival Highlights SLOIFF 2025 was a record-breaking event, drawing large audiences to its diverse programming. For fans of Neil Young, there was the sold-out screening of Daryl Hannah’s documentary Coastal. This year’s King Vidor Award went to legendary costume designer Bob Mackie, star of the documentary Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion. The film takes you through is…
A Florida annual celebrated sand sculpting competition returns to beautiful Treasure Island Beach in late November. SANDING OVATIONS spans two full weekends. November 20-23, with an encore weekend, November 29-30. The timing makes for a perfect Thanksgiving holiday escape. And best of all, admission is free. SANDING OVATIONS is a must-see event with family fun,…
With summer in full swing my husband and I set out for a few days in Coos Bay, on the Oregon Coast. We drove out Thursday, arriving in just four hours from Portland. With a room booked for three nights, we checked into a delightful bed and breakfast, the Coos Bay Manor. We stayed in…
I open with a question: Do you know your state, county or regional tourism office? If not, you are missing out. The tourism office can keep you in tune with what’s happening in your area and provide wonderful stay-cation ideas. Many have a weekly e-newsletter that can be delivered directly to your inbox with fresh…