Tag: Caribbean
5 Boutique Hotels That Feel Special
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When it comes to hotels, bigger isn’t always better. Tiny hotels, which can be structured as houses, lodges or camps, can be packed with big advantages. For starters, they can help it feel like you've arrived at a glamorous second home, not another in...
Bucket List Hikes
It's hard to beat the exhilaration of reaching a mountain peak. After a challenging climb the breathtaking views are the sweet reward. Here are a few spectacular hikes worth adding to your bucket list.
Peru
Trek above and beyond the Inca Trail.
This epic seven-day lodge-to-lodge trekking...
Cuba’s Cienfuegos and Trinidad
Dig into Cuban history and culture on a shore excursion with Celestyal Cruises.
By Renée S. Gordon
Architecture and history aren’t the sort of words that attract young travelers, so when choosing a Celestyal Cruises’ shore excursion in Cuba the terms signal an adults-oriented tour.
And what...
Ernest Hemingway, Cubano Sato
Visit the literary legend’s Cuba.
By Renée S. Gordon
Cuba is a hot travel destination in every sense of the word. “Discovered” on Columbus' first voyage in 1492, Cuba is simultaneously the largest island in the Greater Antilles plus an archipelago with more than 4,000 small...
Turks and Caicos Islands
Hello, Gorgeous.
By Renée S. Gordon
Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) is renowned for its outdoor and adventure, fine dining and the breathtaking beauty of turquoise water and sandy beaches—it’s credited with having some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. Water temperature vary just...
Beloved Playa Mujeres Excellence Resort in Mexico
21 Plus Salute!
Adults-Only policy makes this a true getaway for grownups.
By Renée S. Gordon
Cancun is Mexico’s No. 1 tourist destination. It wasn’t always: Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula could only be reached by sea until a road, rail system and eventually airports were constructed in the mid-20th...
Adults-Only, All-Inclusive Warwick Hotel
Coming to Paradise Island Bahamas in October
The brand new adults-only Warwick Hotel is set to open October 2016 in Nassau Paradise Island, Bahamas. The four-star resort will feature 250 guest rooms, multiple restaurants and bars, and a 6,000-foot terrace. This is the first new hotel...
Junkanoo Carnival
Join the 2nd annual Junkanoo Carnival in Nassau, The Bahamas.
The Islands of The Bahamas’ is home to the 2nd annual Junkanoo Carnival celebration in Nassau from May 5-7, 2016.
Join the festivities to soak up the essence of Bahamian music, culture and vibes.
Opening Series and Junkamania, May...
Hop-On Hop-Off London Bus Tour
Tour the United Kingdom's capital riding atop a double-decker bus.
By Carrie Whitney
The image of a double-decker bus is synonymous with London, England, but in...
Bed & Breakfast Accommodations in South Carolina’s Old 96 District
Story by Hope S. Philbrick
Photos courtesy Old 96 District
Sponsored by Old 96 District
Located in the western part of South Carolina bordering Georgia, South Carolina’s...
Come Find Bourbon
There’s a fresh, new answer to the common question of where to stay when exploring Kentucky Bourbon Country, thanks to the tourism commissions of...
Fun Things To Do in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
By Hope S. Philbrick
Most any time of any year, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, a small community in the Great Smoky Mountains nestled between Sevierville and...
The Painted Pin [2020 Update]
Coronavirus Era: Same house, new rules!
Painted Hospitality has announced that The Painted Pin and its sibling business The Painted Duck will officially reopen on Wednesday,...
Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Cabins
By Hope S. Philbrick
There’s no need to choose between relaxing mountain vistas and bustling Dollywood: Enjoy both during one getaway by staying at one...
Mixed Case: Sheltering Sips (2 of ?)
15 Tasty Sips
Our Mixed Case series serves up an eclectic mix of recent ‘adult beverage’ discoveries.
Let our guide lead to new taste destinations.
By...
Mixed Case: Sheltering Snacks
Tasty Treats
Our Mixed Case series serves up an eclectic mix of recent taste discoveries.
By Hope S. Philbrick
This column typically features ‘adult beverages,’ but while...
Bourbon Country [2019 Update]
Savor America’s Native Spirit
Loop through Kentucky on a road trip that promises adult fun, picturesque views, learning opportunities, tasty treats, and freebies
By Hope S....
Inn to Inn to Inn: Hiking in Shenandoah National Park
One luxurious way to hike part of the Appalachian Trail in Virginia.
By Hope S. Philbrick
Recently, I hiked 30 miles in three days.
It ranks as...
Houseboat Rentals in the U.S.A. [Exclusive]
By Hope S. Philbrick with additional reporting by Katie DeTar
Two years ago, in the course of researching this story for Simply Buckhead magazine, I...
Mall of America [UPDATE]
Bloomington, Minnesota is home to the No. 1 tourism attraction in the United States.
The shopping mecca offers plenty of grownup fun even if you...
“Dirty Dancing” Weekend at Mountain Lake Lodge
Carry a watermelon. Hold the frame. Shake your maracas. Never let anybody put you in the corner. Most of all, smile and have the...