I get it. When did booking a simple vacation become work? I have been traveling the world for the last 20 years and have been to over 100 countries, but times are changing, and not necessarily for the better. Did I pay that $24 tourist tax? Do I have something in my bag that customs …

When it comes to booking a luxury beach vacation, the flight itinerary is just as important as the hotel. The absolute quickest way to ruin the first day of your getaway is by getting stuck on a grueling layover in a crowded hub airport. American travelers want frictionless travel—meaning a direct, nonstop flight straight from …

Rather than follow the crowds to the hotspots we’re all magnetized toward, why not give one of the Caribbean’s trendiest islands a try? I’m glad I did. Offering a private white-sand cove to kick back and savor your own slice of paradise, remodeled rooms with oceanfront plunge pools where you’re steps away from stunning sunsets, …

As you’ve surely heard by now, Jamaica took a beating over the past week from unfortunately fatal Hurricane Melissa, the latest Caribbean storm that tourists have to keep an eye on year after year. Thanks to an advanced warning, many locals and vacationers were able to take shelter, but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t a …

Pardon my Clint Eastwood mean mug, but it’s time to unveil the good, the bad, and the ugly regarding my recent stay at Hilton Cancun. Don’t worry – the good far outweighs room for improvement. This luxe hideaway offered unmatched service top to bottom with spotless grounds, incredible international cuisine, timely room service, and a …

40 minutes west of Puerto Vallarta lies an opulent hideaway with rooftop infinity pools, a secret beach even guests didn’t know about, caviar for breakfast, and attentive butler service from the get-go — textbook 5-star luxury. Check-in was a breeze thanks to friendly staff who genuinely seemed happy to welcome you. Many of them have …

Don’t tell Sammy Haggar, but it’s time for Cabo to step aside. I’m not saying that just to stoke the fire of many Americans’ favorite beach escape; the numbers back it up in more ways than one. It’s not exactly a well-kept secret that Cabo’s resorts can be outrageously expensive. That’s one metric. The next …

For some, this’ll be a summer of outdoor adventurers and culturally enriching city breaks, for others (me included), it’ll be the time to sit back, relax, and get pampered, and what better place to do all that than an all-inclusive Caribbean resort? As luck would have it, this summer will see the opening of four …

There’s no better cure for a stressful couple of months (or years!) than a pampering retreat at some of Tulum’s most indulgent all-inclusive resorts. And now that the newly-opened airport has officially started operating, there’s never been a better time to turn your plans for a dreamy Mexican getaway into reality – but with so …

We all know one of the best ways to vacation is by booking a luxe all-inclusive resort on a pristine beach, but what’s not discussed enough are the hassles and expenses that come along with it. For example, Los Cabos is one of Americans’ favorite beach destinations and is world-renowned for its incredibly luxurious resorts, …

What comes to mind when you’re ready to book your next Mexican beach getaway? If you’re like the millions of vacationers who flock to Mexico’s most popular beaches, then surely Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Los Cabos top your list. Mexico has stunning coastlines all across the country, from Rosarito to Chetumal, but the vacation juggernauts …

Cancun is the world capital for luxury beach resorts. Famous for its glitzy, glamorous Hotel Zone, straddling a narrow peninsula lined with all of the most popular, higher-end hospitality brands and surrounded by the bright-blue waters of the Caribbean, it is set to become even more popular this winter. Whether you’re a frequent visitor to …