Two concepts to help you plan your travel: the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku or “forest bathing”, and “blue mind” which promotes the benefits of being near water. Are they for you?

We’ve been to Paris many times. Take advantage of our experience and connections to have a wonderful time in the City of Light. Maybe it will become one of your favorites too.

Planning your next trip? Use Pinterest to help you uncover insider websites you won’t find using Google. Then save them in Evernote for handy reference.

We were tired coming into Valladolid. But a great hotel perked us up. Also, the Casa de Los Venados house and Ek Balam ruins were spectacular – not to be missed.

Uxmal is one of the Yucatan’s most beautiful Mayan sites. Even better, within a short drive are another four Mayan ruins. Come along. We visited them all.

From the sophisticated city of Mérida we headed for the end of the road in Celestún to see thousands of flamingos. Then it was south to the old walled city of Campeche.

We rented a car and took off on our Yucatan road trip. It was the perfect mix of beaches, Spanish-built cities and Mayan sites. Was it safe? Was it fun? Indeed it was…

Passenger rights have become front page news. Airlines try to maximize their profits and fill every seat. Know what you’re entitled to if you get bumped from a flight.