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I Went to a Honeymoon Resort Solo (and Had the Best Time Ever)

March 7, 2017By Lo3 Comments

Typically when Padma says, “Please pack your knives and go,” it means say sayonara. For me, it meant I was jetting off to Secrets Akumal Riviera Resort to watch the Top Chef finale in the very spot where the last two […]

5 Things You Didn’t Know About South Africa

South Africa isn’t an uncommon country to hear mentioned on people’s travel bucket lists. It’s not hard to see why. Between coastal areas, African wilderness and wildlife, and the gorgeous city of Cape Town, it’s a very appealing place. That […]

8 Things They Don’t Tell You About the Everest Base Camp Trek

Nepal is often portrayed as this mystical land where people go to discover their true selves at an Ashram with some type of magical shaman leading them down a path of enlightenment. I’m not sure where those people are going, […]

The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip: Explore the Best of the Southwest Driving from Denver to Albuquerque

Teeming with views, hues, and sunshine for days, the Southwest was made for road trips. Desertscapes beckon as cactuses and towering rock formations make you feel small and slightly insignificant. Open roads tempt with possibilities and the need for speed. […]

5 Places to Get Seriously off the Grid in Ruidoso

Content Produced in Partnership with Discover Ruidoso If you’re looking for things to do in Ruidoso, simply turn to the outdoors. When’s the last time you sat and listened to nature? Like really listened? I’ll be the first to admit I […]

Skiing in Germany Means Extreme Tobogganing, A Secret Igloo Hotel, and Views for Days

When most people think of Germany, their mind immediately goes to castles, winter markets, and Oktoberfest. But Germany is an untapped adventure paradise. Not only did I not know you could ski in Germany, but I definitely did not know […]

The Best Chicago Bars in Denver

One of our regular jokes is that Denver is where all good Midwesterners come to die happy because there are A LOT of us out here. When the Blackhawks, Bears or Cubs (yes, I’ve even been dragged to a Scrubs […]

Livermore Valley: California’s Other Wine Country

Content Produced in Partnership with Livermore Valley Winegrower’s Association At dinner the other day, someone started out a conversation with me, “I thought you were a wine snob?” I laughed because it was so far from the truth. “Why would […]

48 Hours in Tahoe South: OMG Food, Fun and Fresh Pow

Content Produced in Partnership with Tahoe South Most Coloradans don’t leave the state to ski, and why would you? We have 20+ resorts right here. But experiencing different mountains is the test of a true alpine lover. With direct flights […]

The Truth About Going on a Yacht Week in Croatia

It’s rare I take vacations with friends these days, but the stars aligned and four (very busy and hard to plan) girls from across the US met up for Yacht Week Croatia, sailing from Dubrovnik to Split across the dazzling Adriatic Sea. […]

Machu Picchu or Patagonia: Which is the Best Long Distance Trek for You?

If you’re considering doing a long distance trek, South America’s signature hikes should be at the top of your expedition bucket list. Machu Picchu and the O or W in Patagonia are amazing, multi-day journeys that are designed to change […]