Travel Tips and Destination Guides
Travel is the only thing that you can buy that makes you richer. Get inspired to take a trip, daydream about exotic locations and get behind-the-scenes tips on nearby and exotic locations. From luxurious resorts to the best street food, cruises and planning tips, here you’ll find inspiration and tips to make your next trip your best one yet!
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Win a Trip Around the World with Radisson Blu
Win a Trip Around the World with Radisson Blu If you follow me along on Facebook, you might already know that in about 2 weeks, I am going on a whirlwind trip around the world to Iceland, Germany, China and the Philippines. Around the world in 66...

Kayaking in San Diego at La Jolla Cove
Kayaking in San Diego at La Jolla Cove I have one major regret about my time living in San Diego: Not taking advantage of all the adventures this city has to offer. There is so much fun stuff to do, no matter what your interests are. So when I recently returned...

The Foolproof Guide to Staying in Shape While Traveling
The Foolproof Guide to Staying in Shape While Traveling Travel for most of us and me especially is about trying new things. Especially food. So staying in shape while traveling is not that easy and I decided to call in reinforcements to get some easy to follow fitness...

Whale Watching in San Diego
Whale Watching in San Diego Another day, another adventure. San Diego has so much to offer and when I am there, I especially love to spend time outdoors. What could be better than heading out on the ocean and go Whale Watching in San Diego? A day on a boat is never a...

Allianz Travel Trends 2016
Allianz Travel Trends 2016 Did you know that Allianz Travel Insurance comes out with a yearly study about current travel trends for Americans? I didn't know that either until recently. But this year's Allianz Travel Insurance Vacation Confidence Index is pretty...

Packing List For Your Weekend Getaway
Packing List For Your Weekend Getaway Packing is what I used to dread the most about traveling. Almost as much as unpacking. I would procrastinate till the last minute, shove some clothes into a bag at the last minute and ALWAYS forget something. Socks, under wear,...

Greetings from San Diego – MariaAbroad Travel Plans July
Greetings from San Diego - MariaAbroad Travel Plans July If you follow me on Facebook, you may have already seen me spill the beans there: I am currently in beautiful San Diego and will be here for the next couple of weeks. San Diego is my home away from home. I...

8 (Not so Touristy) Things To Do in Washington DC
8 (Not so Touristy) Things To Do in Washington DC Washington DC is a great city to visit. There are so many things to do in Washington DC that it should take you a very long time to get bored in this city, no matter what your interests are. My husband works with a...

Renwick Gallery Wonder Exhibit
Renwick Gallery WONDER Exhibit The Renwick Gallery in Washington DC put on a pretty spectacular exhibit earlier this year. A once in a lifetime exhibit one of its kind: The Renwick Gallery Wonder Exhibit. What makes it so special? They invited 9 artists to...

Photo Essay: Sosua Beach, Dominican Republic
Photo Essay: Sosua Beach, Dominican Republic Last year, when I was in Mexico, I discovered a new world. A mysterious and colorful world, hidden from every day sight. When I went snorkeling for the first time, I had no idea how fast and hard I would fall in love with...
