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Steps away from the swim-up bar, an aqua cycling class is in session. The instructor is getting creative: students are doing crunches with their feet propped up on the handlebars of the bike, which is submerged in the pool. Some are a few margaritas deep, but several others stick around for the water aerobics class … Read more
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If it seems like everyone you know is hitting the slopes and “out of office,” then ’tis the season. But what if they’re not actually, officially out of office? That’s quite possible because a controversial travel term is gaining traction to describe remote workers (mainly millennials) who are secretly traveling without telling their bosses, and … Read more
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When I first discovered astrocartography in 2021, I had no idea how transformative this astrological tool would be for my travels — and my life. After learning how the planetary energy from my birth chart aligned with specific locations around the world, my travels became more intentional. Every trip started to align me with destined … Read more
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For decades, travelers from all over the world have flocked to Hawaiʻi for its beautiful beaches, aloha lifestyle, and rich culture. But in recent years since the pandemic and Maui wildfires, native Hawaiians and locals have expressed concerns of too much tourism — and the harmful behaviors that some visitors exhibit. The reality is, when … Read more
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In the age of hyperproductivity, extreme optimization, and multi-function everything, even vacations are different. For many travelers, it seems we may be past the days of simple sightseeing. Now, travel has evolved to serve a purpose — or many purposes. There’s the rise of grief retreats, solorettes, quiet vacations for the remote-work crowd, and, of … Read more
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PS Photography | Kelsey GarciaPS Photography | Kelsey Garcia It’s a long way to Bali from Los Angeles. First, 15 hours to Hong Kong, then five more hours to Bali, the Indonesian province. Upon landing, there are narrow streets crammed with scooters weaving and, more often than not, traffic at a complete standstill. I kept … Read more
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October has always been a big month for the Leal family. It kicks off with my mom’s birthday on Oct. 1. Then, just a few days later is my parents’ wedding anniversary on Oct. 8. Following that, my dad’s birthday, on Oct. 20. (And coincidentally, my papaw’s too.) A month of celebration, but this year … Read more
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PS Photography | Taylor AndrewsPS Photography | Taylor Andrews I didn’t know what made a luxury hotel “luxurious” until I stepped into Atlantis, The Palm for the first time. Despite being on the tail end of a 20-hour travel day, I had never felt more alive than when the car service drove me under the … Read more
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Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a seasoned vacationer, learning how to travel on a budget is a must. Saving money is great on the wallet and all, but being a little thrifty might actually lead you to places you wouldn’t have explored (and hidden local gems you wouldn’t have discovered) that often don’t require … Read more
:quality(85):upscale()/2024/11/15/810/n/43463692/46b95c3367379268b40997.36501169_.jpg "8 Best Places to Travel in December, According to Experts")
Let’s be honest: the end of the year can be stressful. Between the many holiday celebrations as well as end-of-year reports due at work, there’s truly no better time to get away from your problems (and in-laws) than December. And that’s why it might be time to book a vacation. Though December is notorious for … Read more
