Now is a good time to book hotels in a variety of sunny destinations, and Los Cabos, Mexico, is no exception. Here are a few of the latest deals I’ve come across: Hilton Los Cabos Beach and Golf Resort: Summer-lovers can now lengthen the fun of the sizzling season at Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf…
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REVIEW: Hotel Basico, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
For this post, I’m pleased to feature a contribution by Celine Rogers, publisher of Pure Green Living, a magazine based in Huntsville, Ontario, Canada, that focuses on stylish solutions for living green. Celine recently discovered Hotel Basico (part of the stylish Grupo Habita family), and couldn’t wait to share her impressions. Honestly, I’m not sure…
VIDEO: Noche de San Juan — Puerto Rico’s Night on the Beach
VIDEO: Noche de San Juan — Puerto Rico’s Night on the Beach
Every year on June 23, thousands of people in Puerto Rico go to the beach at midnight and throw themselves into the water seven times, backwards. Join me for a VIDEO report about Noche de San Juan, one of the island’s most lively and interesting annual celebrations. This ancient tradition’s pagan roots are still celebrated with…
VIDEO: Noche de San Juan — Puerto Rico’s Night at the Beach
Every year on June 23, thousands of people in Puerto Rico go to the beach at midnight and throw themselves into the water seven times, backwards. Join me for a VIDEO report about Noche de San Juan, one of the island’s most lively and interesting traditions.This ancient tradition’s pagan roots are still celebrated with bonfires…
DEAL ALERT: Delta to Puerto Rico
The Conrad Condado Plaza is one of the resort hotels available with special sale rates available from Delta Vacations, for travel through October 30. This is the off-peak season for travel to Puerto Rico (I should know; I have to charge rock-bottom rates for my own rental condo in San Juan this month), and Delta…
Apartment Rental: An Excellent Option in Buenos Aires
My apartment at the Concord Callao building. It’s not news that renting an apartment is an excellent short-term option to staying at a hotel in Buenos Aires. During my most recent visit (attending the GNetwork360 tourism conference), I enjoyed an apartment rental from a company I hadn’t used before: Friendly Apartments. The advantages of a…
In Buenos Aires, Enjoying the Colón Theater’s Restored Glory
When the Teatro Colón opened in 1908, it was one of the finest theaters in the world. Its acoustics were recognized as among the best for opera, and its stage attracted performers from around the world. Today, much of that glory has been restored, thanks to a massive restoration project, totaling around $25 million, that…
President Kirchner’s Marriage Bill is Timed Perfectly for Tourism Confab
Argentine President Cristina Kirchner signed same-sex marriage into law on July 21. Last night, hundreds of people gathered at the Casa Rosada in Buenos Aires for a historic event: Argentina’s president, Cristina Kirchner, signed into law a same-sex marriage bill. It is the first such nationwide legislation in Latin America, and only the second in…
VIDEO: 5 Basics of Puerto Rican Music & Dance
VIDEO: Lively Show in San Juan Highlights 5 Types of Puerto Rican Music & Dance
Puerto Rico is a hotspot for music lovers, thanks to its diverse musical and dance traditions. An excellent place to sample five important aspects in one night is at the Le Lo Lei Festival, a weekly performance, sponsored by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company. This VIDEO highlights the impressive performance that takes place very Tuesday…
LGBT Travel to Peru and Colombia
Argentina may be making headlines with LGBT travelers right now, but destinations like Cartagena (above) and Peru offer plenty for gay globetrotters as well. The recent passage of same-sex marriage laws in Argentina (the first such nationwide legislation in Latin America) has tourism experts thinking about the possible effect on arrivals in Buenos Aires, which…
LGBT Travel to Peru and Colombia
Argentina may be making headlines with LGBT travelers right now, but destinations like Cartagena (above) and Peru offer The recent passage of same-sex marriage laws in Argentina (the first such nationwide legislation in Latin America) has tourism experts thinking about the possible effect on arrivals in Buenos Aires, which is already a very gay-popular destination….
TRAVEL WARNING: Beware the Blackberry Storm from Verizon
Travelers Beware: Verizon Wireless makes its customers go through four defective Blackberry Storms before allowing them to get a Storm 2, which supposedly is less problematic. Any travelers looking to stay in touch while on the road should take note: Does it make sense that Verizon Wireless makes its paying customers go through FOUR bad…