The Banana Cake Eaten Around the World

I never thought I’d see a year where Esther’s banana cake recipe traveled more miles than I did. Yes, even after months of being grounded, there is much I’m grateful for and many things I’ve learned. For example, I finally learned to cook, …

Enchanted in Sedona

by Jamie Edwards Maybe you’ve heard the term “transformative travel.”  But what exactly does it mean?  Well…  You tell us!  Transformative travel is unique to each individual.  For some, it may be visiting a new destination that holds some “magic” like history, art, …

Do something, nothing, or everything, in St Lucia

by Jamie Edwards What’s your vacation style?  Relaxation (give me a book, a drink and a lounge chair and I’m fine)?  Sight-seer extraordinaire (check every box; cross everything off my list)?  Or maybe you’re the Weekend Warrior type (did someone say zip line?!?!)?  …

The Luxury All-Inclusive Resort: NOT an Oxymoron

by Amy Brueckner Author’s note:  I took this trip to Mexico in January, before any travel restrictions. But I’m happy to report that Mexico is open to Americans arriving by air, and the Grand Velas Riviera Maya is open and practicing exceptional health …