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Welcome! We’re Janice and George

We’re award-winning travel writers, fortunate to have visited all 7 continents. From Mexico and Hawaii to British Columbia (our home), Europe and far-flung destinations, we share our travel secrets from around the globe. Join us as we uncover hidden gems, beautiful hotels, amazing cruises and more!

The latest travel inspiration!

How to Get to Matera, Italy: Private Transfers and Tours

Find out how to effortlessly get to Matera, Italy. Skip the hassle of renting a car or taking public transport. Private transfers, guided tours and our insider travel tips make reaching this stunning ancient cave city a breeze.

10 of the Hottest Caribbean Resorts With Private Pools

We’ve uncovered some seriously dreamy Caribbean resorts with private pools – from Jamaica and St. Lucia to the nature lover’s paradise of Dominica. Romance? Adventure? Or pure relaxation? Whatever you’re after, they’re sure to make your vacation special!

The 23 Best Souvenirs From Mexico to Bring Home

Check out these top souvenirs from Mexico! From organic coffee beans and tequila to Day of the Dead figurines and Talavera pottery, these authentic Mexican gifts and souvenirs are great mementos to bring home.

“You can shake the sand from your shoes, but not from your soul.”

~ Anonymous

Beach escapes

35 Best Things to Do in Kauai (Besides Beaches)

Kauai has blossomed big time! So what are the best things to do in Kauai today? Paddle the Wailua River, take a hike, go tubing, visit the Kilohana Plantation, experience a thrilling helicopter tour and more!

Perfect trip itineraries

Dream hotels

19 Caribbean Overwater Bungalows For Your Bucket List

Dive into paradise at these top-rated overwater Caribbean bungalows! From reasonably affordable over-the-water huts in Bocas del Toro to private island utopias in Belize with luxurious overwater villas, these unique resorts offer the ultimate in relaxation.

We love cruising!

Dreamy Tahiti Cruises: Windstar vs. Paul Gauguin

Cruising French Polynesia is an ideal way to visit these luscious islands. The best Tahiti cruise lines are Windstar and Paul Gauguin. Which is better? We love both, but there are some key differences. (Spoiler alert: Windstar is less expensive, but PG has true balcony cabins.)

Spotlight on Mexico

Cabo vs. Cancun: Which Mexican Hot Spot is Better?

Cabo or Cancun? Cabo is desert-like. Cancun is tropical. Cabo’s beaches are colder for swimming. But seaweed on Cancun’s beaches can be icky. We dish on the differences between Cabo and Cancun, so you can decide which is right for you.

Europe, here we come!

23 Most Beautiful Places in Italy (Not Big Cities!)

Check out the most gorgeous places to visit in Italy (that aren’t big cities). You have pretty Positano by the sea, non-touristy Matera and lovely small Baroque cities like Lecce. And let’s not forget Le March or the beautiful Italian lakes!

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