As one of the most popular destinations in the world, Hawaii gets a great deal of attention from visitors from both the mainland United States and the rest of the globe. With its mild climate, beautiful beaches, exotic rain forests, and the … [Continue reading]
When we boarded the bus in Tulum on the night of July 31, four suitcases and backpacks in tow, we had every intention of reaching Mexico City 10 days later. We had planned stops in San Cristobal de las Casas and Oaxaca along the way, but as … [Continue reading]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on August 27, 2015. The number of travel accessories designed to make life easier on the road just keeps growing. From electronic luggage scales to portable … [Continue reading]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk's Tailwind Blog on August 18, 2015. There are more benefits to travel than just having fun. If you’re trying to get in touch with your inner self, visiting other countries or just … [Continue reading]
As an American I have always been keenly aware of Mexico. My mother studied Spanish in Mexico City in the 1960’s, at a time when she was young and idealistic and the world was a much different place. In my twenties I … [Continue reading]
I love cocktails. I love cocktail bars. I love dive bars and swanky bars and everything in between. I love bars with a subdued, relaxed vibe. I love bars that are raucous and lively. Let’s face it; I just love bars. When I … [Continue reading]
Some people love big cities. The hustle and bustle and the seemingly endless activities draw crowds of people eager to experience these monoliths of culture. Los Angeles is one such city. With its glamorous history and decadent ambience, … [Continue reading]
As I count down the days until we leave the white sands of the Riviera Maya behind, I feel a little twinge of guilt at the fact that I’m so excited about it. But I am. I’m excited to leave behind the oppressive heat and humidity, I’m excited to … [Continue reading]
A little over five years ago I had a third date with a guy I kind of liked. We were hanging out at my apartment and I suggested that we head down to the bar for some shots. Little did I know that shots meant something very different to … [Continue reading]
Remember the old days when people used a travel agent for all of their travel needs? They would actually go into an office, look at brochures, and the agent would make all the arrangements. I remember those days very well because, when I was a … [Continue reading]