On my recent journey to Kenya with Natural World Safaris, I stayed at one of the most famed luxury camps in the world – Angama Mara. Angama Mara is located high above the floor of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, overlooking Kenya’s Maasai Mara. This luxury lodge is located on the boundary of the wildlife-rich Mara Triangle, …
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Mara North Conservancy, Kenya – A Typical Day at Richard’s Camp
Earlier this year I started planning a dream adventure safari with Natural World Safaris (“NWS”) to Africa. In the early planning stages, I was not sure where exactly I wanted to go, but was certain that I wanted a traditional and authentic safari experience where I could take in the natural surroundings, local culture, and …
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Africa – The Ultimate Safari Chic Packing Guide
I’m heading back to Africa to visit Kenya with Natural World Safaris and I could not be more excited. Packing for a safari is exhilarating. You are packing items to prepare and dress yourself to be within a few yards of some of the world’s most majestic animals – lions, zebra, leopard, cheetah, elephants, rhinos …
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Los Cabos, Mexico – An Insider Recap on BlancSpa at Le Blanc Spa Resort
I recently returned from one of the most relaxing and indulgent vacations of my lifetime at the brand-new Le Blanc Spa Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico. The all-inclusive, ultra luxurious and adults-only resort is ideal for couples and groups of friends (or adult families) traveling together. The lavish accommodations include well-appointed designer suites in calming shades …
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South African Safari – andBeyond’s Phinda Mountain Lodge
There is no travel experience quite as thrilling as an African safari. Spotting animals, observing life (and death in some cases), while taking in the utter beauty of natural surroundings is the essence of the safari experience. But to experience safari with the most supreme lodging, service, staff and guides – that my friends, is …
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Saba Island – Yachting to Saba with Crystal Cruises
Years ago my husband and I were sitting at a wine bar on the island of St. Bart’s when an older gentleman sparked up a conversation. We chatted for hours about everything from life, to travel, to love and marriage. Little did we know at the time, this retired businessman had sailed the world with …
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5 Questions to Consider When Splurging on Luxury Hotels
After years of traveling, I sure do know a thing or two when it comes to planning an insanely awesome trip – even on a budget. What a know-it-all, you are probably thinking. But after visiting 60+ countries, representing dozens of global hotel brands on corporate transactions as a lawyer, and then writing about these …
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Ravello, Italy – Gallivanting through Italian Gardens
Already dreaming of your next sweet escape for 2019, ladies? While people around the world make plans to visit the notable towns along the Amalfi Coast in Italy, many overlook one of the best features of the coast – a little town called Ravello. Sitting up on a hilltop overlooking the coast, many travelers cruise …
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