Scuba diving the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket list experience for many. Exploring the world’s largest living structure and UNESCO World Heritage Site can pose a challenge though. With so many ways to experience the reef, you’ll need to choose a base and how long to spend on the water. Reef Encounters in Cairns…
From Denpasar, Indonesia (Bali) to Sydney, Australia has to be one of the more popular routes for Virgin Australia, with many Australians viewing it like us Floridians view the Caribbean. A short flight away for an island escape. Is business class the way to go to either start or keep that vacation feeling going? Check…
Right away when I saw pictures of the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, I knew we had to stay there. My family and I were still dreaming of our days in Bali, wishing more places would incorporate the effortless cool and coastal charm that exudes from the little beach cafes and boutiques of the Indonesian island….
The Ritz-Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay is one of the most impressive resorts on Oahu’s North Shore, but is it worth the cost? Set right on a popular snorkeling beach with a modern aesthetic, I thought this would be a perfect fit for my family that loves to balance adventure with relaxation and luxury. Upon entering…
A Hawaii vacation can seem out of reach, but by using points and miles to cover the major expenses in getting to and staying in this far flung Polynesian destination, it becomes doable for even those just starting out with credit cards. This summer my family and I vacationed in Kauai and Oahu, with a…