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Insider Tips for Secrets Playa Blanca
Secrets Playa Blanca Must Do at Secrets Playa Blanca Take out a paddle board Kayak on the ocean Play a game of pickle ball Do a hat...

Adventures by Amaris
Jun 12, 20251 min read


Family Activities at Club Med Miches
It’s our final day at Club Med Michès. After breakfast, we go to the beach on the right-side of the resort which is a different one than...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 11, 20256 min read


Sunny Day at Club Med Miches
We’re hoping for less rain today, but we still managed to do a lot yesterday despite the weather. We start with breakfast and then walk...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 10, 20255 min read


Rainy Day at Club Med Miches
Club Med Miches We wake up early and are out the door for breakfast. We go to the main restaurant which offers a buffet of options. My...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 9, 20255 min read


Traveling to Miches, Dominican Republic
Today we’re traveling to the Dominican Republic to a new-to-me area of the country. Our flight is midday which is a nice change of pace...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 8, 20255 min read


Insider Tips for Unico 20º 87º Riviera Maya
Insider Tips for Unico 20º 87º Riviera Maya Must Do at Insider Tips for Unico 20º 87º Riviera Maya Get your straw hat painted Do one of...

Adventures by Amaris
Jun 5, 20251 min read


Disneyland from Los Angeles World Cruise Center
Our time on Ovation of the Seas has quickly come to an end. We pack up our cabin and then move to breakfast. One last meal at the...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 3, 20254 min read


Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico
Today we are docked in Ensenada, Mexico and it is a part of Mexico that I don’t know. I normally do a ton of research on every port...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 2, 20254 min read


Onboard Ovation of the Seas
This is a business trip, and a sea day means it’s mostly a workday. The day starts with Common Ground with Vicki Freed. Vicki is the Vice...

Amaris Scipione
Jun 1, 20254 min read


Boarding Ovation of the Seas
I’m doing what I advise all my clients not to do. I’m flying into port the day that the cruise leaves. It’s a short 3-night sailing and...

Amaris Scipione
May 31, 20255 min read


Insider Tips for Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen
Must Do at Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen Have a drink at the Dark Horse Bar Enjoy live music by the beachfront pool Spend the night at...

Adventures by Amaris
May 29, 20251 min read


Ultimate Guide to Universal EPIC Universe
Universal EPIC Universe officially opens on May 22, 2025. The brand new park consists of five worlds: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World...

Adventures by Amaris
May 22, 202511 min read


Top 10 Family Resorts in the Mexican Caribbean
As families seek sun-soaked escapes where adventure and relaxation harmoniously blend, the Mexican Caribbean emerges as a top destination offering a treasure trove of experiences. To help families plan their next dream vacation, we present an exclusive list of the top ten family resorts in this tropical paradise, meticulously curated through nominations and votes by seasoned travel advisors. These experts, with their profound knowledge and firsthand experiences, have identifi

Adventures by Amaris
May 18, 20255 min read


Insider Tips for Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Hyatt Ziva Cancun Must Do at Hyatt Ziva Cancun Relax at a fire pit after dinner Take a swing at the golf simulator Enjoy the Mexican...

Adventures by Amaris
May 11, 20251 min read


Top 10 Spa Resorts in the Mexican Caribbean
Nestled along the sun-kissed shores of the Mexican Caribbean, a haven of tranquility and rejuvenation awaits travelers seeking the...

Adventures by Amaris
May 8, 20255 min read


Insider Tips for Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Must Do Activities for Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Snorkel with sea turtles Hydrotherapy at the spa ($) Spend...

Adventures by Amaris
May 1, 20251 min read


Insider Tips for Hotel Xcaret Mexico
Hotel Xcaret Mexico Must Do Activities for Hotel Xcaret Mexico Visit some (or all!) of the included parks/tours Try the signature drink at each pool Kayak or paddle down the river Take a ”Xelfie” around the resort Relax in a cove hammock Hydrotherapy ($) Morning yoga on the beach Catch the sunrise from the Church Workout in the outdoor gym Take the boat “La Trajineras” to Xcaret park Must Eat at Hotel Xcaret Mexico Churros at Mercado Respados at Mercado French toast at Fuego

Adventures by Amaris
Apr 27, 20251 min read


Insider Tips for Impression Moxché by Secrets
Impression Moxché by Secrets Must Do Activities at Impression Moxch é by Secrets Visit the speakeasy (at Secrets) Hang out in a Bali bed...

Adventures by Amaris
Apr 24, 20251 min read


Universal EPIC Universe
I had the opportunity to check out Universal Orlando Resorts’s newest theme park. It’s set to open May 22, 2025, and they are currently...

Amaris Scipione
Apr 24, 202510 min read


Learning About River Cruises
Today is a busy day for learning! Our day starts in the convention center where we hear from each river cruise line in attendance. There are also some other fun presentations in the mix. My favorite was a panel of travel journalists. After a morning a learning, we’re headed back to the ships. The conference includes lunches and dinners onboard the ships. We had to sign up ahead of time for the places we would eat. Today’s lunch is on Avalon Impression. It’s a buffet which is

Amaris Scipione
Mar 13, 20252 min read
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