Secrets Tides Punta Cana and ALGV Kindness Connection 2024

I headed to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic for the first time in July 2024! I stayed at the new Secrets Tides Punta Cana for a conference. This will be a little different viewpoint considering I was here for a conference and not a regular vacation.

What to do Before You Leave for Vacation: Advice from a Travel Agent

This post doesn’t have anything to do with the actual trip planning. It’s all the other things to do to get ready once you have your trip booked. There’s a lot to consider when you plan a vacation. That list doesn’t end when you pay the deposit on your trip. Follow my blog with Bloglovin […]

Secrets Moxche Playa del Carmen: Review from a Travel Advisor

We stayed at Secrets Moxche Playa del Carmen over Christmas. It was our first time at this hotel and we had a great trip! We haven’t traveled for the holidays since 2019 when we stayed at Riu Palace Costa Mujeres on a last-minute trip. We booked in July, although I would recommend booking earlier if […]

Family-Friendly Resorts with Swim Out Rooms

I shared my list of favorite swim-out rooms at adult-only hotels, now here are some options for family-friendly swim-outs. Having a swim-out room with kids has many advantages. If your kids still nap, you have a place to hang out instead of having to sit in your room, trying to be very quiet. It’s a […]

Turn on the Romance: Hotel Ideas for a Romantic Vacation

Looking to plan a romantic vacation to celebrate a honeymoon, anniversary, or maybe a vow renewal? I’ve compiled a list of ideas, with a range of budgets. Many of these hotels offer additional romance packages, vow renewal packages, or even a proposal package. Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets, Mexico Located on Isla Mujeres, this adults-only […]