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The best tips and advice to help you make the most of your time and money. Gear and hotel reviews, product giveaways, safety, packing, trip planning and other resources to help make your travel experiences and cooking more enjoyable.

Swimming pools at Secrets Huatulco. Credit: SEcrets Resorts

Review: Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa (Beach, Tours, Rooms, Food)

Posted March 3, 2024, Updated March 29, 2024 //  by Michele Peterson 7 Comments

Everything you need to know about Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa, the top adults-only, all-inclusive resort in Huatulco, Mexico!

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Turquoise blue water at Impression Isla Mujeres.

Review of Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets: A Serene Island Escape

Posted November 28, 2023, Updated March 1, 2024 //  by Michele Peterson Leave a Comment

A review of Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets, an ultra luxury, adult-only resort on Isla Mujeres, Mexico.

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Chef making paella at a cooking class in Barcelona.

Review: Hands-on Paella Cooking Class in Barcelona

Posted September 20, 2023, Updated October 18, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson 1 Comment

Wondering which paella cooking class in Barcelona you should take? This review will help you decide!

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Rome's buildings without the crowds in October.

17 Big Mistakes to Avoid in Rome

Posted September 19, 2023, Updated December 13, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson Leave a Comment

Going to Rome? Avoid these common tourist mistakes and you’ll get more out of your trip.

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exterior of the InterContinental Athens.

InterContinental Athenaeum Athens: Luxury, Serenity and Views

Posted July 6, 2023, Updated April 13, 2024 //  by Michele Peterson Leave a Comment

A review of the InterContinental Athenaeum Athens, a luxury hotel in Central Athens with views of the Acropolis, spacious rooms and a seasonal swimming pool.

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Six scones with clotted cream in a London bakery window.

The 12 Best London Food Tours (2023)

Posted June 6, 2023//  by Michele Peterson 3 Comments

A London food tour is the ultimate way to explore the city’s foodie haunts, pubs and sweets shops.

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Suite in The Level at Melia Barcelona Sarria.

Review of Meliá Barcelona Sarrià: A Serene Hotel in Barcelona

Posted May 28, 2023, Updated November 7, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson 1 Comment

A review of Melià Barcelona Sarriá, a luxury hotel offering panoramic views in the Sarriá district away from the tourist crowds.

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Woman paddleboarding at Hotel Xcaret Arte in Mexico.

Hotel Xcaret Arte Review (Best Restaurants, Map, Tips)

Posted November 8, 2021, Updated November 28, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson 16 Comments

A review of Hotel Xcaret Arte, a luxury, adults-only resort in Cancun Riviera-Maya with all-inclusive food, drink and eco-adventure fun.

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People tasting wine at a winery.

A Quick Guide to Important Wine Terminology

Posted July 17, 2021, Updated December 11, 2023 //  by Heather Koroluk 7 Comments

If you’re a wine lover like me, you probably enjoy learning about wine as much as drinking the vino itself! But what are the most important wine terms to know, and how can you make sure you’re using them correctly? From acidity to Zinfandel, there are numerous terms important for both newbies and experts to …

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