November 2023
A fun day exploring the US Virgin Islands by catamaran. We spent most of the time swimming in the warm turquoise waters of Hawksnest Bay and watching for turtles. It is such a beautiful paradise on the north shore of St. John.
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USVI
Playa Dorado, DR
November 2023
A relaxing day at Playa Dorado on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic.
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Having fun with the girls
Turks & Caicos 2023
October 2023
We made it in time for sunset on Grace Bay 🌅
Woke up to a beautiful first day and excited to enjoy it!
I love our accommodations, a spacious two story and two bedroom suite in a Key West style with a spiral staircase up to the third floor circular terrace. I think we’ll be very comfortable 😊
Good morning ☕️☀️🇹🇨
The Pirate Island water park is a lot of fun, even for adults and teenagers. There are areas for really young kids too but we loved the big slides, tube slides and the surf simulator.
Love the balmy evenings in the tropics 🌴🇹🇨
Another day on the beach 🌴
Love the stormy sky! ⛈️
Goodbye until next time…
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Landed in Honolulu with a beautiful rainbow in the sky. Ready to have fun in Waikiki! 🌺
You know that image in your mind of Waikiki Beach, the one with Diamond Head in the distance and outrigger canoes in a turquoise bay of warm water? That’s what you have at Duke’s plus great music and fun! Our Outrigger Advisory Board definitely had fun and laughs – Thank you Outrigger Resorts!
With two of the only seven true beachfront resorts in Waikiki, Outrigger is a great option for your vacation. Between the Reef and Waikiki Beach, there are so many choices, the suites are beautiful! This is the Coral Reef Suite and the Voyager 47 Club.
Grenada
August 2022
Excited to go to Sandals Royal Grenada! It has been on my list for so long but the flight is long and expensive so it was put off a lot, we’ll finally I am going.
Left Miami with a rainbow in the sky and arrived in Grenada with another rainbow
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The best experiences in a new country are when you leave the resort and learn about local food and customs. We learned so much about the history of Grenada, the food and the people in a fun way. We learned how to make Grenada’s National dish, Oil Down, in a private villa overlooking the water. This purely Grenadian dish is made with breadfruit, coconut milk, dumplings, turmeric, callaloo, saltfish, smoked herring, chicken or salted beef. We chose chicken and fish for today. Plus we made fresh Caribbean style lobster salad and chocolate mousse. Grenada is known as the Spice Island and especially for nutmeg, but it is also known for some of the finest cocoa in the Caribbean. We enjoyed chopping and dicing while talking about all the different ingredients and the tradition of Oil Down. While it simmered on the stove we relaxed with rum punch and swam in the pool.
Enjoying the lazy days of summer in Grenada 🇬🇩
A swim out suite is a must on your vacation and having good friends to enjoy it with 😊
Garza Blanca Los Cabos Resort
March 2022
Garza Blanca is new in Cabo but has been in Puerto Vallarta for a long time. So I had to see it here in Cabo. It’s beautiful, modern and new!
There are 8 different pools located inside the horseshoe of the building. Each had a different character or purpose. Some had kids playing, another was for laps, one was adult only, so everyone can find a pool they like.
The lobby was very light and airy with very tall ceilings. It wasn’t open air and felt good to get out of the heat but there were huge sliders facing the water that could open up the wall if the weather was cool.
The rooftop pool was really nice, and adult only. The views were so gorgeous with the infinity pool.
The Spa was also expansive and they saved the best view for the relaxation area with the lounges. An open air wall high up in the hotel with unobstructed views.
There were a few restaurants but not as many as the other resorts that have an all inclusive option. Garza Blanca has the choice of AI or EP.
Rooms are really pretty, very light and large terraces all with a hammock.
They have so many options for large families like 2, 3 and 4 bedroom options.
Las Ventanas Al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort
March 2022
What a beautiful resort!!! It was even more than I thought it was going to be. Much admired for its architecture and artistry, also the resort’s approach to landscaping is key to its look and feel. Designed to be in harmony and oneness with the local ambiance, the external color scheme reflects the white of the sands and ocean surf.
The lobby is absolutely gorgeous, the openness, the views and the design. There is no check in desk as they are all done privately in your suite.
Look at the blue water!
I love the white buildings against the blue water.
The beachfront accommodations are practically on the beach. There is the adult only pool right in front of them too. The terraces are so beautiful and the rooftops as well.
The open air restaurants and pools never seem crowded. The resort was at full capacity and you’d never be able to tell.
Strolling around the resort, a zero entry pool is popular with kids. A great spot for tequila tasting and a yoga pavilion.
The Spa is relaxing and fits so well into the environment. It’s lush and beautiful, the perfect spot to spend a few hours. The fitness center is very nice too.
The mini golf is adorable and on the way to a family favorite area.
Kids love the lazy river and the cave! It’s a great area with a restaurant there too. I love the Rosé All Day area with the pink bean bag chairs.
Las Ventana’s is such a pretty resort that is great for families or adult only. The resort, accommodations, food and service are some of the best in Cabo.
The Cape, A Thompson Hotel
March 2022
The Cape has commanding views of El Arco. A grown up resort with a relaxed 1960’s Southern California-meets-Baja aesthetic and killer sunsets.
Sunset is spectacular here, the views of the Arches are the best. Plus you’re not in the crazy loudness of Medano Beach but close enough if you want to go.
Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos
March 2022
After a 2.5 hour transfer from the airport, I was so behind schedule! It usually takes about 25 minutes but there was an accident. So I finally made it around 5pm.
I had a Grand Club room which gives me a great location overlooking the Grand Club pool and the sea.
Dined around the resort and tried a few restaurants, an app here and there, some wine, it was a nice night.
It is a beautiful resort and the colors match the landscape. It cuts into the mountains so there are amazing views.
It is a great option for everyone, families and adults only.
Le Blanc Resort & Spa Los Cabos
March 2022
I LOVE Le Blanc! My last visit was only for one day and I fell in love. So excited that I will be able to spend some time here again.
Meeting our group for cocktails at Blanc Fire and watching the sunset 🌅
Good morning Cabo! A Lebanese breakfast was a great way to start the day. After a morning in the conference room, a pool day was just what I wanted.
There are so many options for lunch and snacks while at the pool, you don’t have to leave your lounge!
We had an AMAZING dinner at Lumiere, the French restaurant here at Le Blanc. We had an amazing dinner in the private dining room with exceptional service. I also love how beautiful the resorts looks at night!
I love the Butler service, there are so many things that they do, that you think you don’t need but really appreciate! I love ordering a bath before I come back and the room is turned down with everything you need – bubble bath ready with salts and soaps that you choose, water on the night table, slippers by the bed, relaxing lighting. Everything you need for a great night sleep.
Sunrise was beautiful and decided to have breakfast in my room this morning.
Le Blanc us known for its spa, they have a hydrotherapy circuit that is complimentary to resort guests. You can go every day and don’t need to have a service. But you will want a service, the massage is wonderful.
Blanc Ocean is the perfect spot for Al fresco dining and seafood with a Mexican twist.
Afternoon at pool with Margaritas on another gorgeous Cabo day.
My final morning started with a walk on the beach and the hopes to come back soon!
