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15 Things to Know Before Visiting Cuba

15 Things to Know Before Visiting Cuba

Posted on March 21, 2019July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

For me, visiting Cuba was a bit of a head scratcher—it was like no place I’ve ever been, and I’ve spent some quality time bee-bopping around the Caribbean islands. With Read More…

Posted in Caribbean, Cuba, Destinations, HomeTagged beach, Caribbean, Cuba, Destination, Havana, weekend getaway6 Comments
3 Days in Havana, Cuba: Your Ultimate Itinerary

3 Days in Havana, Cuba: Your Ultimate Itinerary

Posted on February 26, 2019July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect visiting Havana, Cuba for the first time. Mostly I imagined lots of shiny 1950s style cars, colorful buildings, and heaping servings of tamales? Read More…

Posted in Caribbean, Cuba, Destinations, HomeTagged beach, Caribbean, Cuba, island, weekend getaway23 Comments
Plan the Perfect 1 Day in Cozumel, Mexico

Plan the Perfect 1 Day in Cozumel, Mexico

Posted on January 11, 2019July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

The island of Cozumel appears on A LOT of bucket lists…and I’m here to tell you that it’s 100% for a good reason. And that reason is that Cozumel is Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Home, Mexico, North AmericaTagged beach, Cozumel, island, Mexico, north america, weekend getaway18 Comments
Big Island Hawaii: Best Places to Visit in 7 days

Big Island Hawaii: Best Places to Visit in 7 days

Posted on March 20, 2018July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

The Big Island on Hawaii is absolutely gorgeous, and as the name itself suggests, quite large. You’re not going to see absolutely everything in a week, but this 1 week Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Hawaii, USATagged beach, Destination, Hawaii, island, north america, usa6 Comments
8 Beach Trips You Need Right Now

8 Beach Trips You Need Right Now

Posted on January 23, 2018February 27, 2020 by Maps and Merlot

I’s winter now, which obviously means it’s time to check out a list of the best beach trips aka what you should be doing with your life until the warmth Read More…

Posted in Bucket List, Travel ResourcesTagged Bahamas, Barbados, beach, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Destination, Florida, St Bart's15 Comments
The First Timer’s Weekend Guide to Venice Beach, California

The First Timer’s Weekend Guide to Venice Beach, California

Posted on November 16, 2017November 7, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Ready for an awesome weekend getaway? I know I am…so strap on your seatbelts, we’re headed to Venice Beach, California! Just outside of Los Angeles, Venice is the city’s grungy, Read More…

Posted in California, North America, USATagged beach, california, Destination, north america, usa, Venice Beach18 Comments
Why You Need to Visit the Caribbean at Least Once in Your Life

Why You Need to Visit the Caribbean at Least Once in Your Life

Posted on November 7, 2017November 15, 2018 by Maps and Merlot

If you’re looking for anything from laid back beach-side chilling to awesome nightlife to the perfect spot for a family vacay, look no further than the Caribbean. It has something Read More…

Posted in Caribbean, DestinationsTagged Bahamas, Barbados, beach, Caribbean, Destination, St Bart's, weekend getaway, winter getaway22 Comments
The Jersey Shore Bucket List: Things to do in Lavallette, NJ

The Jersey Shore Bucket List: Things to do in Lavallette, NJ

Posted on August 1, 2017July 27, 2020 by Maps and Merlot

When you think of Jersey Shore activities, what comes to mind? I know the television show makes a lot of you think of GTL (gym, tan, laundry), public intoxication, and Read More…

Posted in Destinations, New Jersey, North America, USATagged beach, Destination, Lavallette, New Jersey, north america, usa, weekend getaway6 Comments
7 Things I'm Loving in Sarasota, Florida Right Now

7 Things I’m Loving in Sarasota, Florida Right Now

Posted on January 17, 2017July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

As part two of the winter weekend getaway series, I present to you: Sarasota, Florida. This is my hometown and will always have a special piece of my heart despite Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Florida, North America, USATagged beach, Destination, Florida, Sarasota, usa62 Comments

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