All-inclusive resorts have gone upscale, as I discovered at Secrets Moxche Playa del Carmen in Mexico. The adults-only gated community features 485 luxury suites, robust amenity program, a dozen dining
(Many thanks to Visit Gulf County for hosting my visit!) Gulf County, at the heart of the panhandle, beckons with spectacular scenery and an Old Florida vibe. It’s a quieter
Andalucia in Southern Spain stands as one of Europe’s top travel destinations. With its balmy weather, over 500 miles of stunning coastline, UNESCO World Heritage sites and diverse landscapes, it
A beachfront getaway to Florida’s stunning Emerald Coast is even more alluring now that the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa has completed its $35 million makeover. And just
The Caribbean country of Grenada is seeing a strong surge of tourists and cruise ships these days. Why? The sunny skies and laid-back ambiance are givens, but there’s so much
Mount Cinnamon Resort and Beach Club in Grenada is a luxury boutique hotel overlooking Grand Anse Bay. The Caribbean island of Grenada beckons with velvety soft beaches, lush rainforest, scrumptious
Tourists and cruise ships are flocking like shorebirds to the Caribbean country of Grenada. (The following my story and photographs, inspired by a hosted media visit, were published by Journal
Head to South Padre Island, Texas, and you’ll find a subtropical climate, miles of white sand, diverse natural wonders, thrilling watersports and ocean-fresh good eating.
A private lesson from master sand sculptor, Lucinda “Sandy Feet” Wierenga, in South Padre Island, TX (Many thanks to the South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Bureau for hosting my
Chicagoans headed to South Texas this winter will be strolling the beaches hours sooner. That’s because United Airlines launched a new nonstop route between O’Hare International Airport and Brownsville South
The Foo Foo Festival in Pensacola, Florida, could be the best time you’ve never had. Simply put, it’s a 12-day extravaganza of art, culture, cuisine and entertainment. Dozens of events
Don’t let cold water dampen your snorkeling or diving experience. Don a wetsuit to keep yourself warm. It will also ward off sun, scrapes and stings, and make you more
