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What Game of Thrones got right about Dubrovnik
Despite it’s many faults, Game of Thrones did entice us with the beauty of Croatia, thanks to it being the setting of King’s Landing.
What goes into FitCation planning
You might know the planning details if you have been on a FitCation. But, you might not realize that having air-conditioned vans sweep in to pick you up after a sweaty hike involves…
Mindful travel with sensory rituals
Traveling opens a world of new experiences, captivating our senses with sights, sounds, fragrances, tastes, and textures. However, as much as we crave novelty, we occasionally need time out to center and ground ourselves.
Why travel insurance can be a life saver
When investing a lot of time and money in your travel plans, it’s crucial to account for the unexpected. Answer these 12 questions to help find the best travel insurance for your trip.
Relieving work from home pain
Are you in pain? Have you noticed a new injury or issue since working from home? Don’t worry! You can incorporate easy habits into your every day routine to help!
Oprostite! Essential Croatian to get you started
Learning some basic phrases can help you communicate and connect with the people you will meet during your travels.
Surviving that endless winter feeling
Follow these simple tips to improve your mood, increase your productivity and brighten your days until the sun does.
The birth of the FitCation
What began as a vacation soon became a metaphor for our lifestyle as we tackled the Amalfi Coast, the Adriatic Coast, and Rome with such enthusiasm that we both returned home, stuffed full of superb Italian cuisine, gelato, wine, and yet pounds lighter and leaner. I could host exotic “FitCations” for those who want to maintain a fitness regimen while on vacation.
How my FitCation ruined me
I didn’t expect my FitCation to ruin other vacations, but I am so glad it did! Read why everyone should experience a FitCation at least once in their lifetime.
6 must-have travel accessories
Travel disrupts our normal routines and can be uncomfortable. Minimize that discomfort by adding these six must-have travel accessories to your packing list before your next trip!
5 reasons you should book your 2023 European vacation NOW!
Learn why being proactive and booking your 2023 European vacation ahead of time is actually a money saver and game changer!
The 12 best fitness tips for health and wellness
Only nine percent of people maintain their New Years’ resolutions. Why is the failure rate so high? Because people aren’t setting achievable, process-oriented goals. Use these 12 tips to set yourself up for success this year!
How to avoid sharks and other things to know about the Big Island of Hawai’i
Learn from a Big Island resident why sharks shouldn’t be on your list of worries when visiting Hawai’i.
5 best snorkeling spots on the island of Hawai’i
The “Big Island” is known for dramatic lava coastlines contrasting against verdant foliage and azure waters. Check out these 5 great snorkeling spots for all experience and skill levels!
Travel tips to make your journey smooth sailing
Are you ready to travel? While there is a collective eagerness to get back out there, your travel routine might be a little rusty. If you have pre-travel jitters, here are a few tips to smooth out the rough edges.
5 rules for train travel in Europe
Traveling by train seems pretty straightforward and predictable right? Still, there are a few rules for train travel In Europe that will set you up for successful adventures!
How my Italian vacation transformed my health & created new opportunities
I was worried my Italian vacation would sabotage my health. Instead, it fueled my new way of life and new possibilities!
5 phases of wellness
Finding the joy during a global pandemic is a multi-phased process. Reflecting on the year, it’s been cathartic to define the 5 Phases of my path to Wellness.
It's time to break away from serial dieting
Serial dieting is in my genes. The diet industry feeds off of families like mine and bankrolls from the circuit of diet-weight loss-weight gain-diet. This cycle will continue as long as food restriction is seen as the key to a healthy weight. Want to know the real solution? It’s habits.
How gargling can help reduce your stress
Our stress levels and resilience are being tested this year, and we’ve lost the ability to sweat it out at the gym, blow off steam with friends at Happy Hour, or escape to a show. So, where does that leave us?
The story behind Puglia’s iconic trulli is something out of a storybook, and the happy ever after is the legacy of tax evasion and its effect on architecture.