Where to Shop and Take Photos in the Marrakech Souk

Where to Shop and Take Photos in the Marrakech Souk

Exploring the souk and shopping for local items is not always easy for travelers feeling intimidated by the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, so I’ve provided the exact locations of my top three shops in the Marrakech Souk for lights, ceramics, and straw purses- they also make great locations for taking photos!

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Travel Ethically with Hiptipico in Guatemala

Travel Ethically with Hiptipico in Guatemala

Guatemala is a popular travel destination for many reasons: the friendliest people, beautiful scenery, and arguably the best market shopping. Read on to learn how you can travel to Guatemala ethically with Hiptipico, a brand and social enterprise dedicated to benefiting the local Maya communities and preserving their textile tradition.

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A Culinary Road Trip through Oahu: There’s More to Hawaii than Surf, Sun, and Sand

A Culinary Road Trip through Oahu: There’s More to Hawaii than Surf, Sun, and Sand

Oahu is an island of adventure: surfing big waves, diving colorful reefs, and hiking across towering ridges may come to mind first- but have you thought of visiting Hawaii to be adventurous with your food? Oahu’s culinary scene is like nowhere else in the world. I spent a week discovering the best restaurants and dining experiences on Oahu: including the 2018 Hawaii Food and Wine Festival, Sustainable Farm-to-Table Meals, and even Local Food Trucks.

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Everything You Need to Know about Campera Hotel Burbuja in Mexico’s Wine Country: Valle de Guadalupe

Everything You Need to Know about Campera Hotel Burbuja in Mexico’s Wine Country: Valle de Guadalupe

Only 1.5 hours south of San Diego nestled in the vineyards of Valle de Guadalupe, Campera Hotel Burbuja is North America’s only Bubble Hotel. This truly unique accommodation features luxe “glamping” amenities including full bathrooms with hot, running water, and private canopy beds. Read on to learn everything you need to know about visiting the property.

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Hotel Review: Staycation at Pendry San Diego

Hotel Review: Staycation at Pendry San Diego

Last weekend I had the opportunity to stay at the Pendry San Diego, an LVX Collection property by Preferred Hotels & Resorts. As downtown San Diego’s latest hotel, the space is brand new but still has an air of an inviting and luxurious establishment. I was planning to explore the Gaslamp neighborhood of downtown San Diego, but to be honest once I arrived to the Pendry I didn’t want to leave- and I didn’t have to. Among the many restaurants, bars, lounge areas, pool, fitness area, and spa, I couldn’t think of a place more inviting than the Pendry.

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