15 wildlife adventures in the Galapagos aboard a Relais & Châteaux yacht A huge thank you to Ecoventura Galapagos for hosting me on this trip so I could write this detailed review of my experience. There is something extremely special about coming… Melissa Curtin , November 14, 2024
Hotel review: Lula Hotel Tulum Thank you to Lula Hotel Tulum for hosting my stay so I could provide this detailed narrative. Not all resorts are created equal. Different properties cater to different types of… Melissa Curtin , November 14, 2024
These 3 hotels in Mexico’s Riviera Maya suit every vibe Thank you to Lula Tulum, Grand Velas Riviera Maya, and Xela Tulum for hosting our stay so I could write this detailed review. Mexico’s Riviera Maya is more accessible than… Melissa Curtin , October 3, 2024
How to get money back from an airline on flights you’ve already purchased using price alerts One of my specialties is finding inexpensive plane tickets. It’s how I got started really, because once I started to travel, I quickly got addicted. Travel really can be addictive… Melissa Curtin , July 3, 2024
Discover your perfect Greek island: Take a virtual tour to find your ideal destination There are thousands of Greek islands to choose from but only a few hundred are inhabited. Pick one (or more) that suits your vibe and appreciate how they all have… Melissa Curtin , July 2, 2024
5 unexpected discoveries on a trip to Paso Robles A big thank you to Travel Paso for hosting my stay so I could write this detailed review of my experience. About 12 years ago, on a California road trip… Melissa Curtin , May 14, 2024
Discover Solvang, California’s thriving culinary scene Thank you to Visit Solvang for coordinating my stay so I could provide this detailed review of my experience. Solvang, California is more than a kitschy touristy town meant for… Melissa Curtin , May 9, 2024
Five New Reasons to Visit Catalina Island A big thanks to Catalina Island Company for arranging my stay so I could provide this detailed review of my experience. Flashbacks of Italy came to mind as we spiraled… Melissa Curtin , April 5, 2024
This Adults-Only All-Inclusive Luxury Boutique Hotel is the New Reason to Jet to Cabo A big thank you to Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos for hosting our stay so we could provide this detailed review. While all-inclusive isn’t often equated with luxury or culinary… Melissa Curtin , March 24, 2024
Romance, Wellness, History and More Await Travelers to the Croatian Island of Hvar A big thank you to Croatia Tourism, Hotel Riva Marina, Palace Elisabeth, and Maslina Resort for showcasing your restaurant and hotel highlights so we could provide this detailed review of… Melissa Curtin , February 15, 2024
Find More Than Just Wine in Santa Rosa, the Gateway to California Wine Country Thank you to Visit Santa Rosa for hosting our trip so we could provide this detailed review of our experience. The largest city between San Francisco and Portland, Santa Rosa,… Melissa Curtin , February 12, 2024
10 Surprising Finds on a Trip to Prague I first visited Prague in 2004, returned in 2014, and again in 2023 to discover numerous surprising changes since my first visit to the City of a Hundred Spires. In… Melissa Curtin , January 22, 2024
Choose Your Own Adventure On This European River Cruise Thank you to AmaWaterways for hosting our cruise so we could provide this detailed review of our experience. This AmaWaterways river cruise has become a popular way for active travelers… Melissa Curtin , January 22, 2024
Get a Taste of the Superyacht Life in Croatia Thank you to Goolets for hosting us on megayacht Cristal so we could provide this detailed review of our experience. I learned later in life that I was conceived on… Melissa Curtin , January 15, 2024
Unexpected Discoveries: Unveiling Hidden Gems During a Budapest Adventure It’s easy to fall in love with Budapest. This Hungarian city feels like a layered onion with much to discover around every corner, from amazing architecture and history to rich… Melissa Curtin , December 12, 2023
