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New Yorkers have a reputation of being tough, but The New York City Marathon proves the city is full of softies. To be clear, those runners (many hailing from the city) trucking a grueling 26.2 miles are tough. But the outpouring of love to the 50,000+ participants would melt the hardest heart. Crowds cheer runners…
In the first article of this series, we asked experts what it’s really like to quit your job and move to a vacation destination. The rest of the series focuses on the experiences of people who’ve actually done it. This installment tells the story of Charlie Ives and Brittany Bennett, who travel the world as…
Photo credit: Katherine Alex Beaven If you read the recent article on the most common travel diseases, you already know that I’ve got a vested interest in learning about all of these uncomfortable, more-common-than-you-think viruses, bacteria, and parasites that call our favorite vacation destinations home. Why? Because, as a frequent traveler and Oyster Investigator, as…
Jennifer Tiller with her children, who were both born in Puerto Rico In the first article of this series, we asked experts what it’s really like to quit your job and move to a vacation destination. The rest of the series focuses on the experiences of people who’ve actually done it. This installment tells the…
Photo courtesy of Glen Simkins In the first article of this series, we asked experts what it’s really like to quit your job and move to a vacation destination. The rest of the series will focus on the experiences of people who’ve actually done it. This installment tells the story of Glen Simkins, owner of…
Image Catalog, Flickr It’s a fantasy that many travelers have on vacation: the dream of never going back. Not many are eager to return to the stress of the office after an idyllic trip, but some adventurous souls actually follow through on the idea, and uproot their lives to make new ones in their favorite…
It’s all too easy to make excuses not to plan a trip — it’s too hard to be away from the office, it’s difficult to coordinate with the kids, the cost is too high. But workaholics of the world, take note: There are also costs associated with not taking a vacation. According to science and…
Yoga Deck at the Horizon Ocean View Hotel and Yoga Center in Costa Rica Whether you’re an expert at vinyasas or still mastering Warrior II, yoga is a wonderful practice to take up as it offers numerous health benefits — yogis can gain flexibility, lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and strengthen bones and joints through…
Ahhhhhh, Aruba! Roughly twice the size of Manhattan, this small Caribbean island is big on good vibes, smiles, and sun — so much so, it’s dubbed itself as “One Happy Island.” And, with year-round perfect temperatures, miles of pristine beaches, great cuisine, friendly locals, and activities galore, it’s easy to agree. We dare you not…
The upscale Two Bunch Palms Resort and Spa in Palm Springs is renowned for its gorgeous 77 acres, replete with various wellness-centric amenities; there are pools, a meditation lake, a yoga dome, and tai chi classes, to name a few. Though it’s a beloved historic property (Al Capone apparently used to hide out here), the…