Main pool view of Le Blanc Los Cabos Two days into my visit to Los Cabos I am changing gears to a new resort. Called Le Blanc, this Spa focused luxury adults only all-inclusive opened last July to the public. Over the past few years, the resorts game stakes heve been raised significantly with modern… Continue reading 2021 Calls for Adventure – Le Blanc by Palace Resorts
2021 Calls for adventure – on my way to Cabo
American Airlines now out of Tom Bradley With COVID-19 still dramatically impacting travel, my adventure south of the border takes on a sense of experiment to see how all the new protocols are working. As you can see from the below 5am picture at the new Harvey Milk terminal at SFO on a Thursday morning,… Continue reading 2021 Calls for adventure – on my way to Cabo
2021 Calls for adventure
Who could have predicted that 2021 would kick off with two crazy weeks? That is why I decided to pack my bags and fly south for a week next Thursday. It so happens that I will be returning two days after the new CDC rules for entering the USA go into effect. I am excited… Continue reading 2021 Calls for adventure
Yucatán-Final Reflections
Christmas tree in the lobby at Hilton Playa del Carmen There is no doubt that the holidays are upon us. Everywhere in Playa del Carmen the decorations have gone up during our 3-Day stay. Some are tasteful and others kitschy - as always judgement on such matters lies in the eye of the beholder. Pool… Continue reading Yucatán-Final Reflections
Yucatán-Playa del Carmen & Mayan Ruins
Chichen Itza Temple Our four lovely and relaxing nights at Belmond Maroma ended and a new chapter began in time for my birthday at the Hilton All-Inclusive adults only resort in downtown Playa del Carmen. To some readers it may sound a bit crazy to trade locations but for me it is about maximizing experiences… Continue reading Yucatán-Playa del Carmen & Mayan Ruins
Yucatán-Belmond Maroma continued
Not unexpectedly the sky turned gray and rainy for the most part of Days 3 and 4 here on the Riviera Maya. Not a problem though as the SPA is the place to go for some pampering. No matter the choice of treatment, you’ll walk away with restored energy and a renewed bounce. Once the… Continue reading Yucatán-Belmond Maroma continued
Yucatán-Belmond Maroma part 2
Windy but sunny was day two’s forecast which was perfect for a first day of relaxing at the pool. This peaceful 60 room property is only running 35% occupancy these days. It is a truly peaceful oasis of white sandy beach conducive to just chilling out. Freshly made tortillas- yum Two breakfast tacos with chorizo… Continue reading Yucatán-Belmond Maroma part 2
Yucatán-Belmond Maroma
An early morning ride to SFO and two legs on Delta behind us, our driver pulled in to the Belmond Maroma on the Mexican Atlantic coast for relaxing days in the sun. A first - flight on Delta’s Airbus 220 The geek in me was super excited for the first leg from SFO to Salt… Continue reading Yucatán-Belmond Maroma
A Season for Thanks
Sunset over the Golden Gate Dear readers What can I say, it’s been a year like no other I have ever lived through. Even with encouraging signs for vaccines in sight, there seems no clear end to the pandemic that continues to disrupt our lives every day. Who could have imagined just a few months… Continue reading A Season for Thanks
Back to Travel – Final Day and Reflections
My flight passed over the Colorado Plateau With slightly sore muscles from yesterday’s hike, I packed my bag for one last ride aboard our motor coach to Salt Lake City. Expertly driven by Glenn, our steadfast expert behind the wheel got us safely to the Radisson Salt Lake City where the group spent their last… Continue reading Back to Travel – Final Day and Reflections