Press trips always mean a ridiculous amount of food, but this was the first time that food included enough vegetables to satisfy my personal love affair with them! Since the food … More
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Exploring Waikiki from Diamond Head to Luaus
After visiting Kona for the Ironman World Championships in 2013 the visions I'd often had of Hawaii in winter daydreams were cemented. Quiet little towns filled with surfers, … More
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5 Captivating Activities for the Active Traveler in Jamaica
Did you know that the reason they say “No problem Mon” in Jamaica is because they only have situations which need to be resolved…not problems. I like it! People don't seem to … More
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Discovering Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
A few years ago, David and I boarded a plane, running shoes in tow on the way to speak at my first race expo prior to his first ever half marathon! Our destination: Puerto … More
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First Time Snowboarding Tips: What I learned the hard way
Moving to Colorado meant all kinds of changes to our lifestyle after 7 years of Florida living...and one of those was finding ways to enjoy the long winters. We decided to head … More
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Fitness and Weight Loss Resort: Lessons From A First Timer
In my first post I tried to capture the essence of the experience at Wellfit Malibu, from the beautiful setting to the people and of course the workouts! So if you haven't read … More
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Welcome to the Fairytale town of Telč
By Amanda
When I learned that only 30% of visitors to the Czech Republic ever leave Prague, I was completely dismayed! Every country I’ve visited becomes increasingly interesting as you venture away from the largest cities and […]
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6 Ways to Manage Motion Sickness on a Cruise
By Amanda
While the rest of the ship was gathered along the rails looking out at the sunset, I was curled up on the bed awaiting the inevitable. The moment where butterflies turned to somersaults and my […]
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St Thomas Tour: Kayak, Snorkel and Hike
By Amanda
Well hello again friends! If you’re here then you likely read all about our jet boating tour in Tortola and were just DYING to know more about our time exploring the Caribbean in true Amanda […]
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Norwegian Getaway Review
By Amanda
Hey, hey party people! Who loves a cruise? Ok not me, not really. I love a lot of things about the cruise and if we could figure out the whole rocking thing I’d be ecstatic […]
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Driving the Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park
By Amanda
I’ve already linked this up and committed myself to getting in written…so if you’ve found it today, bear with me as the details continue to roll forth from my brain. I was writing fast and […]
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Driving the Golden Circle and Snowmobiling in Iceland
By Amanda
After a solid night of sleep and another super star buffet breakfast, we started driving the Golden Circle. Some people do this in just one day, but we of course found a bazillion places to […]