Places & planning We Love
Cabo
At the very end of the Baja California Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is a modern resort that ticks all the boxes for nature lovers, active sports aficionados and beach bums.
The postcard landmark in Cabo San Lucas is the Arco, a stirring natural arch in a group of tormented granite rock formations at Land’s End.
There you can jump ashore and choose whether the blissful Playa del Amor or the raging Playa del Divorcio is the one for you.
The underwater life in Cabo San Lucas is so rich you can take a safari just by wearing goggles to a beach, while on dry land there are championship golf courses and opportunities to race through the desert on high-speed buggies.
-The Crazy Tourist
Caribbean
From the alabaster-white beaches of Bermuda in the north to the cactus-topped desert inland of the ABC Islands in the south, the windswept coves and surfing reefs of Dominica in the east to the jungle-dressed tips of Cuba and the Antilles in the west, the Caribbean has long been a treasure trove of things to do and see.
Combining adventure with relaxation, hundreds of years of colonial history with enthralling Arawak culture, West Indian spices with European gastronomic flair, honeymooners with hill walkers, budget backpacker haunts with some of the most exclusive hotels on the planet, it’s got something for every type of traveler.
It’s got everything from Cuban cigarillos to magma-spouting mountains, not to mention countless airbrushed beaches of pristine sand and shimmering turquoise sea. See you in the rum bars!
- The Crazy Tourist
destination Weddings
Destination weddings have become popular in recent years, and it is estimated that about 15% of all weddings are now destination weddings. A destination wedding is typically an event where the bride and groom plan an away from home wedding, inviting their closest family members and friends to an ideal location and make the event a semi-vacation. Many resorts offer destination wedding packages and on-site wedding planners who can help couples create the wedding of their dreams.
One of the most popular locations is, of course, Las Vegas. Other common destination wedding locations include Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Cruises also provide exciting venues for destination weddings.
In addition to great locations, an advantage of destination weddings is that they are typically less expensive for the couple, since the couple pays for their accommodations, travel costs and the venue charges. Guests are expected to pay for their own accommodations and travel costs. However, couples can elect to pay for the accommodations of their guests and even cover the travel costs. It all depends on their wedding budget. -BrideBox
Hawaii
Discover why the six Islands of Aloha are home to treasures unlike any other on earth: The dramatic cliffs of the Napali Coast on Kauai. The vibrant shores of Waikiki Beach on Oahu. The miles of white sands of Papohaku Beach on Molokai. The dolphin-friendly waters of Hulopoe Bay on Lanai. The summit of Haleakala on Maui. The primal energy of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawaii. It won’t be easy choosing which island to visit on your first trip to Hawaii, but you’ll find there are no wrong answers.
Once you've arrived, breathe deep. Smell the fresh plumeria in the air. Visit the historic landmarks of Hawaii and learn about the rich culture of the islands. Explore off-the-beaten-path destinations, from hidden beaches to small towns that you won’t find on a postcard. Learn to surf, snorkel or kayak and earn your Hawaii suntan. And don’t forget to go to an authentic luau where you can get a taste of Hawaiian culture and watch the art of the hula. You’ll find the itineraries on Hawaii are endless. From romantic escapades to family fun; from whale watching to walking on a volcano; you can do it all or you can simply sit back and do nothing. Explore Hawaii’s six unique islands and you’re sure to find your first trip to Hawaii won’t be your last. Learn more about things to do, activities and shopping in Hawaii. -Go Hawaii
