Some journeys are not optional. A parent on another continent, a conference that decides the next two years of your work, a wedding you are not going to miss. Telling people in that position simply not to fly is advice that helps nobody, and it…

If you travel often, then you’re probably familiar with the pleasant luxuries of large, professionally managed hotel complexes: spacious lobbies, room service, and impersonal efficiency. But sometimes, you may long for a place where they know you by name. A place where you’re greeted every…

The Caribbean has a way of making you slow down before you even arrive. You picture warm water, palm shade, fresh fruit, and that first moment when you step outside the airport and feel the island air. But a relaxed trip does not happen by…

Sustainable hotels with their own farms do more than use their consumer influence by buying regionally and choosing organic products. They also set the tone for production by having gardens, fields, and farms right on site. In this post, we present accommodations that allow you…

When we think of a massage, most of us immediately picture warm hands, oil, and calming music. Pure relaxation. However, the world of massage has actually changed significantly in recent years—it’s often quieter in the spa, but louder in everyday life. For this article, I…