Archive for Category: "North America"

Hawaii for the Newby Islander

Hawaii for the Newby Islander

Hawaii has always been on my “must-visit” list. While the tropical state is part of the US, the exotic elements of the island make it seem much farther away. I’ve come up with a list of things to do for the first time traveler to Hawaii (myself included). Unsure of where to stay? Try one [...]

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Boho Guide to Galveston Island

Boho Guide to Galveston Island

Galveston Island was so much more than I anticipated, and what impressed me the most was the different forms of Vintage that bring the island to life. Ships If you are curious to how a real pirate ship was designed, a visit on the Elissa is an ideal way to envision life as a bootlegger. [...]

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Foodie Guide to Hawaii

Foodie Guide to Hawaii

This post is written by Heather M. on behalf of Aqua Resorts. For a long time, I eschewed Hawaiian cuisine. Years of ill-fated attempts to enjoy the gravy-laden plates of rice and Spam in the Hawaiian restaurants of the mainland had taught me that the cuisine of the islands was greasy, flavorless and uninspired. But, as [...]

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Historical Highlights from Galveston

Historical Highlights from Galveston

While I’ll admit that I didn’t know very much about Galveston before boarding my flight to Houston, I left with the utmost respect for the island and the locals that made my weekend here so memorable. Hurricanes  Impressing me most, however, is the history associated with the area. September 8, 1900 marked what is still [...]

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Orlando for the Kid at Heart

Orlando for the Kid at Heart

There are a couple reasons why Orlando always brings a smile to my face and a good chunk of it is due to my love of anything Disney. However, there are other interesting activities for the bohemian traveler to experience. There are daily flights to Orlando so there’s really no excuse not to release your inner child. [...]

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Foodie Guide to Adams Morgan

Foodie Guide to Adams Morgan

Earlier this summer I was intent on releasing my inner foodie and discovering exactly where I should be eating in DC. Anyone who’s ever visited our nation’s capital will know that Adams Morgan during the day has a completely different feel to it than the wild nightlife scene that has both helped and hurt the [...]

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Foodie Guide to Seattle

Foodie Guide to Seattle

This post is by Kay Boatner, one of our contributors.  During my trip to the Pacific Northwest I made sure to balance out my eating with a little outdoor exercise. Making the most of the spectacular mountains, oceans and parks, I partook in a little hiking and camping. Thank goodness I did or I’d weigh [...]

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Foodie Guide to Portland

Foodie Guide to Portland

This post is by Kay Boatner, one of our contributors. Most people go to the Pacific Northwest to make the most of their spectacular surroundings. Mountains, oceans and parks aplenty afford for fabulous outdoor experiences. I went to the Pacific Northwest to eat. Here are my top 5 recommended restaurants for any travel foodie: Old [...]

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Cruising Down the Oregon Coast

Cruising Down the Oregon Coast

This post is by Kay Boatner, one of our contributors. The Oregon coastline does its damndest to put other American beaches to shame. The state’s sandy stretches easily stand up to many of the other oceanic views I’ve been lucky enough to take in during my lifetime. The Outer Banks—you’ve got competition. All of the [...]

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Fun and Sun in Cabo San Lucas

Fun and Sun in Cabo San Lucas

When I hear the word “Cabo” I think of one thing: Kristin Cavallari from Laguna Beach dancing on top of the bar and screaming at Stephen. Now that I’ve actually been to Cabo San Lucas, I realize why Kristin was dancing on the bar. The city does tend to be a tourist party destination, but [...]

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Traditional San José Del Cabo

Traditional San José Del Cabo

San José Del Cabo may not be paradise for an adventure-seeker, but for the art-lover, it’s pretty close to heaven. During my stay at Barceló Los Cabos, I was able to spend the day wandering through the city in search of some great art….and of course tequila. Here are my suggestions of what to do in [...]

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Best Boozy Brunches in NYC

Best Boozy Brunches in NYC

Whether you live in New York City or are just visiting for the weekend, experiencing a typical NYC styled brunch should be near the top of your To-Do list. Rather than hopping aboard a double-decker tourist bus and watching New Yorkers eat from afar, get in on the action and head to a trendy brunch spot [...]

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