Just an hour and a half south of Cancun, by car, lies Tulum, a sleepy beach getaway destination – a favorite among those in the know. For years it has been a yoga retreat destination and the location of many a supermodel shoot. And it has stayed off the radar, as far as a place to stay, for the average tourists who come to the region. But lately, Tulum has been popping up on blogs, in newspapers and magazines more than ever before. And if you ask me, you better get down there to experience it before it gets spoiled.…
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This week I am featuring the Flamenco music of international star: Estrella Morente…
I discovered this video a couple months ago when it only had a few thousand views. Now it has gone viral with over a million. And I understand why!…
I am not sure what it is, but on my recent trip, I was compelled to get up for sunrise almost every day. And I am not normally an early riser. One morning I brought my camera out to capture the beauty. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n4TXpxSQxo&w=560&h=315]…
Alright, so this time I have some music that is in a completely different genre. I think you’ll either really love it (like I do) or you’ll hate it. This week I am featuring the German, House music of: Booka Shade…
I just got back from Mexico on a trip to the Yucatan Peninsula along the stretch known as the Mayan Riviera. Before I went, I did a fair bit of research about the region. And I found two very common threads. In the Mayan Riviera, there are tons of accommodations and attractions. And secondly, I should be AFRAID. Everyone seemed to have some warning to give. To name a few: they will rip me off; the police will rob me; the gas station attendants will trick me; and I will get sick from the food. I see myself as a savvy traveler, I speak the language and I am familiar with the culture. So I figured I’d be fine. But…