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Bright and early each morning, I would scurry and skip down the stairs to breakfast at the outdoor restaurant next to the pool and beach — La Ceiba — and after a quick smile and “Buenos días” to the staff, I would sit down and devour the menu.

I knew I was about to have the experience to last a lifetime when a welcome letter arrived via email from the Butler of the Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway presenting me with a “pillow menu” and a “scent menu” that I could select from before my arrival.

Read why we feel the NORTIV 8 ActiveFloat Sneakers are great all-around athletic and lifestyle sneakers for exercise, travel, work, and play.

Guest Author Beth Williams shares her love of Chinese New Year since moving to Hong Kong, temporarily giving up celebrating the customary Western holidays in favour of some new holidays rich with culture and spirit.

Author M’Liss Hinshaw shares 4 can’t-miss San Diego food places: a Thai restaurant, a classic deli, a beloved bakery, and a Louisiana café.

We test & review the Columbia Sportswear Omni-Heat™ Arctic Crest Sherpa Full Zip Fleece Jacket. Read on to learn more about this new style of cold-weather clothing.

We test and review the Airalo E-SIM and explain the what, where, when, why and how to use it when travelling.

These cultural dishes may not be the best dishes from these countries but they are delicious international foods that you can easily cook or find at home.