Off the beaten path

19/06/2022

A unique Eco Luxury destination, Playa Viva has something for everyone. You will enjoy the rugged, unspoiled beauty of Mexico in the guilt-free luxury of an environmentally conscious resort dedicated to sustainability and regenerative practices. This retreat is going to be absolutely unique! It's ge...

16/06/2022

Who would stay here?!

14/05/2022

Yes please!

30/03/2022

From a trusted friend! Thought I would pass this along:

OFF THE BEATEN PATH towns in ITALY!!!

Lerici is my loved town close to Cinque Terra. All local, less tourist, beaches surrounded by castles, and real. Take a boat to the 5.
Casole D’elsa was a dream. It is close to San Gimignano and Voltera. The old ladies feed their 15 cats in the street, we ended up at a birthday party in the town square at 9:30 at night and we’re treated like family… the rolling hills that surround this walled city… I wept.
Lucca is magic and close to Pisa. I had a friend stay at the convent in Pisa and explore the tower grounds at night - less tourists and more unique photos of this amazing place. The nuns were amazing and the local art and flare of the city was accessible once the throng of bucket list busses leave.
In the Veneto region, Lake Garda is a favorite. It is dotted with little towns that will take your breath. It is in the Veneto region and makes day trips to Venice or Verona easy. BUT the hidden gems of Sirmione (walled castle city with natural hot springs where Roman Baths once stood, Limone Sul Garda, and Malcesine are only a smattering of jaw dropping beauty.
Padova has hidden gems of cathedral paintings that are worth a stop along the way. It is like the Italian transportation hub black hole but worth hopping off the train to explore. Abanno Terme is a town close to this worth booking a day/ or overnight for spa and soaking in the thermal waters. Castles dot the hillsides and vineyards abound in the area.
This is the Grana Padana, Prosecco, and an olive oil area of Italy, also. Take time spending a day in Soave tasting wines and walking castle grounds, touring olive groves, and eating. If you are making a day trip to Bassano del Grappa, add Citadella to the roster (it is a walled city and gorgeous). Going North of Bassano on the 111 will take you into “Prosecco land.” Mountainous and glorious the road to Villa Sandi will not disappoint. You can tour and taste here. The history of the Villa is as amazing as the Prosecco.
Buying gorgeous knitwear pieces of Versace at the factory stores, or leather purses hand crafted in a tiny Italian town along the way…dot the Veneto.
I don’t think there is a bad small town in Italy…Just don’t go to Italy in August. The entire country is on a state holiday and that means longer lines, less open, and heat.

Anyone going to Italy soon? I think I am going to go to Italy for 4-5 days in June before my Greece retreat!!

16/03/2022

If you want to stay somewhere in Thailand that is REALLY off the beaten path, I highly recommend this tree house! I stayed there 7 years ago and it was INCREDIBLE. They feed you all 3 meals a day, you can go visit an orphanage and get to know the kids, hike to a nearby waterfall, hang in the hammocks and read, and just enjoy the views and small village that surrounds it!!

https://treehouseinchiangmai.com/

Have you been to Thailand? If so, where was your favorite off the beaten path experience or place you stayed?

Escape the city and and experience our unique Tree House Chiang Mai in the mountains of North Thailand enjoy trekking to waterfalls and relaxing in nature

12/03/2022

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15/02/2022

Ok, first post!

This will be a space to ask questions & post your favorite off the beaten path adventures while traveling!

I LOVE MEXICO!!

What I have learned through traveling to Mexico is that it gets a bad wrap because of crime or being taken advantage of financially... which sometimes can happen for sure. But if you stay away from the big cities like Cabo San Lucas, Cancun, Puerta Vallarta, etc you will have a much different experience. The people tend to be more kind, honest, and you get a real flavor for Mexican culture!! Just think about it, even when you go to big cities in the US it is the same way. People are hustling and there is a lot of competition, so it becomes a dog eat dog world.

My rule of thumb is to fly into the big cities and get out of there asap to somewhere about 1 hour away... all the gems I have found have been approx. that far away from the airport.

Like:
Todos Santos (where I want to retire), 1 hour away from Cabo. It's a direct flight from SLC on Delta!

San Pancho or San Fransisco- 1 hour away from PVR! Also a direct flight from SLC

Litibu- 45 min from PVR... very few tourists here.

Holbox- Up and coming island 2 hours away from Cancun

Now, I want to hear your favorite spots in Mexico that are off the beaten path!! I am a hard no for all inclusive resorts and boxed fun!! When you actually immerse yourself in the culture, you become a traveler and you take home much more than a relaxing time, you come home with beautiful stories because you are opening your eyes and learning from another culture.

Ok, let's hear it! Comment below! 👏😍

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