24 articles tagged with beach destinations
The first time I felt the warm Vietnamese breeze against my face while zipping along coastal roads toward Mui Ne, I knew this wasn't just another pottery pilgrimage—it was pure freedom. After three visits to this stunning beach destination, I've...
There's something about the Samoan concept of *fa'a Samoa* (the Samoan way) that resonates deeply with me. Perhaps it's how it mirrors the Japanese *ichi-go ichi-e* – the understanding that each moment is unique and should be treasured. As someone...
The moment my bare feet touched the crystalline shores of Santa Maria, I felt that familiar rush of discovery – the same feeling I get when I find the perfect food truck in an unlikely corner of a new city....
The moment my boots hit the coral-colored concrete of George Town's harbor front, I knew this wasn't going to be your typical Caribbean experience. After years of exploring ancient temples across Southeast Asia and colonial structures in Central America, I...
The southern tip of Saint Lucia harbors secrets that most tourists never discover. Having spent decades tracking down missing persons, I've developed a sixth sense for uncovering what's hidden in plain sight. Three winters ago, while escaping Birmingham's bitter cold,...
The first time I set foot on Santa Catarina Island, I was immediately struck by Florianópolis's dual personality. This Brazilian gem—affectionately called 'Floripa' by locals—presents couples with a delightful conundrum: beach or forest? Modern luxury or rustic charm? Eastern lagoon...
Bonjour, fellow wanderers! There are places on this earth where nature creates contrasts so striking they seem almost surreal—and Swakopmund, Namibia is precisely one of those magical spots. Imagine this: ancient rust-colored sand dunes cascading dramatically into the misty blue...
The rhythm of crashing waves has always been my favorite melody – a natural soundtrack that follows me from my childhood fishing trips in the Gulf of Mexico to my current life producing music in Rio. But there's something particularly...
Meine lieben Reisefreunde! There's something magical about discovering a beach paradise that hasn't yet been overrun by mass tourism—and doing it without emptying your wallet. As someone who's navigated everything from Frankfurt's efficient transport systems to remote Mexican villages, I've...