In terms of coastal living and active community, Del Mar is a state of mind and a state of being that defines our area. Dazzling landscapes, the most excellent eateries, and an array of outdoor explorations are things that make this place vibrate with life in the hearts of all its travelers. In Del Mar…
San Francisco, California, has long been celebrated as a haven for writers, musicians, and artists in search of a creative community. When beatniks started to drift into Northern California in the 1940s, some of them crossed the Golden Gate Bridge and landed in Sausalito, where a community of bayside floating homes that they helped popularize…
It is fitting that the English translation of Puerto Escondido is ‘hidden port’ since Puerto Escondido is one of Mexico‘s most resplendent hidden gems. Surfers and locals have been singing Puerto Escondido’s praises since the 1950s. Travelers searching for a laid-back surf town full of delectable fresh seafood, pristine white sandy beaches, and local charm…
Talk of religious fervor in the United States often brings to mind the “burned-over district” in New York State. In the 1800s, religious zeal in New York State raged like wildfire. New York State was home to the Oneida Society which preached communal marriage, the Fox Sisters who popularized communicating with spirits, and the Mormons,…
The French Riviera, known for its sunshine, stunning beaches, and luxurious restaurants and hotels, holds a lesser-known secret. It’s a vital hub for citrus fruit cultivation in Europe. One of its towns, Menton, celebrates this abundance with the annual Fete du Citron. This 15-day festival, typically from late February to early March, transforms Menton’s streets…
Japan‘s vibrant pink cherry blossoms are among the world’s most beloved signs of spring. Kawazu, a small town less than 3 hours from Tokyo, is home to a special type of cherry blossom that is a slightly more vivid shade of pink, has larger petals, and blooms earlier than the average Sakura tree thanks to…
Jessup, located snugly between the bustling cities of Baltimore and Washington D.C., offers a delightful blend of quaint town charm and a plethora of activities to engage visitors of all ages. While it may not be the usual tourist hub, Jessup has a charm that’s undeniably unique. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, history aficionado,…
In the late 1800s, the mining town of Jerome, Arizona, was dubbed one of the wildest and wickedest towns in America. Drifters, gamblers, professional drinkers, and ladies of the night all sought to get rich quick in the shadow of one of the West’s most prosperous copper mines. Business thrived until the 1930s when the…
