Back to Basics in Budapest 

I don’t think I’ve worn a backpack since my school days, but after bringing one on my trip to Budapest, Hungary… I’m hooked.   I was recently given this black water-resistant nylon backpack by Tess and could not be happier about bringing it halfway around the world.  The bag is a standard utilitarian backpack – it holds …

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Spa Hopping in Palm Springs

While I love traveling the world and globetrotting to far off places … there’s something nice about hopping in your car and driving to a place that’s just far enough away to give you the feeling that you are far, far away from everyday life. For me, Palm Springs is that place.  It’s a two-hour drive, door-to-door and …

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Beach Bunny on Bondi Beach

Australia is known for its beaches and spectacular coastline and when you’re in Sydney, spending some time at Bondi Beach is a must.  It is one of Australia’s most popular beaches and for good reason… the 1km (0.62 mile long) stretch of sand is beautiful and the location has been used in numerous films, television shows and music videos. …

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