Mexico, apparently immune to the scary headlines that might as well have been "Dying In Mexico A Sure Thing For Tourists," is enjoying a robust return to business-as-usual. In fact, the Mexican Tourist Board predicts record numbers of visitors to the country in 2013.
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Mexico Rebounds With Festivals And Events In 2013
Mexico, apparently immune to the scary headlines that might as well have been "Dying In Mexico A Sure Thing For Tourists," is enjoying a robust return to business-as-usual. In fact, the Mexican Tourist Board predicts record numbers of visitors to the country in 2013.
...California Restaurant Month Kicks Off In January
The land of goat milk, arugula, and honey continues to prosper, and no surprise, given that California's 81,700+ farms produce nearly half of all domestically-grown crops.
Thus, the third-annual California Restaurant Month kicks off in January, offering up 33 destinations ...Bad Trip: How To Annoy Your Tour Guide
We've all been there. Maybe we've been one. The person on a guided tour or trip who's a complete, utter, pain in the ass.
Perhaps it's unintentional. Maybe it's due to deep-seated issues that would cause empathy in another situation. Or just possibly, it's because the ...Vagabond Tales: Setting Sail For The Most Remote Place On Earth
There is a bit of contention with regards to where exactly the most remote place on Earth actually is.
Most lists you encounter will feature the usual suspects such as the island of Tristan da Cunha, the village of Ittoqqortoormiit (Greenland), the Svalbard ...Introducing The 2013 National Geographic Adventurers Of The Year
Yesterday National Geographic introduced their selections for the 2013 Adventurers of the Year, doling out the honor to some of the most daring – not to mention fascinating – people on the planet. As always with these awards, the recipients are people who ...Outdoor Adaptive Sports Programs: Where To Find The Nation's Best
Like most of us, I didn't fully realize the extent of the daily hassles and challenges faced by those who use a wheelchair, prosthetic, or other mobility aid until it became somewhat personal. I'm fortunate to have two people in my life who've been an enormous source of both ...Lost GoPro In India Yields Seven Hours Of Ocean Floor Footage
In a controversial video now percolating its way through the web, a woman who was filming herself stand-up paddling in India with a GoPro purportedly lost the hero-inducing camera in the surf, only to find it in a tide pool seven hours later with a memory card full of ...
Watch Footage From The Opening Day At 'Jaws'
No, this is not a flashback to the 1970s where we will be watching the trailer of a movie that scared a generation of children away from the water. We'll save that for another time.
Rather, in the surf world, "opening day" refers to the first time each season where a ...
Video Of The Day: Rio De Janeiro Time-Lapse
"A day in Rio de Janeiro" from Joe Simon Films on Vimeo.
I love going through Vimeo slowly, looking for diamonds in the rough of time-lapse videos. I found one today. Created by Joe Simon, this time-lapse explores Rio de Janeiro. Featuring the simplistic beauty found ...
Vagabond Tales: Reinventing The Swim-Up Bar
"There's only one thing wrong with this wave," quipped John, a 50-something-year-old surfer from Seattle, who, like the rest of us, had come to the Mexican outpost of La Saladita to score some perfect waves, warm weather and oceanfront lobsters and beer.
"It's too far ...Photo Of The Day: Lost Coast, California
If there's anything worse than not being able to join your friends on a backpacking trip to California's Lost Coast, it's having your friends post photos after the trip that make you sick with envy. Don't get me wrong, I love that Christoph Sahle is such a great ...10 Greek Islands To Visit During Shoulder Season
If you haven't booked your summer vacation yet, don't fret. While most people go away in June, July and August, a trip to the Greek Islands is actually a great destination in September and October. Visitors will still enjoy the beautiful, balmy weather and warm, azure waters ...10 Reasons Why Living In Maui Is Cheaper Than You Think
If you've ever vacationed on the island of Maui, surely you think I jest.
As someone who has lived on Maui for 23 years, I deal with tourists on a daily basis who all have the same view of the Hawaiian Island:
"This place is absolutely incredible, but there's ...Surf 'N Stay: 5 California Hotels Where You Can Learn To Ride The Waves
If you're looking to try your hand at surfing this summer, there's no better place to pick up a board than California. For decades, California's surf beaches have beckoned rookies and professionals alike with their laidback atmosphere and consistent waves. Dozens of surf ...Video Of The Day: Maldives Panettone Reef
"Panettone Reef" from Jon Kreider on Vimeo.
Swim through the Panettone Reef in Maldives with schooling bannerfish in this video. These bannerfish are native to areas near Africa and although they are strikingly similar to the Moorish idols, the bannerfish and Moorish ...
I Found My Silver Lining At Grayton Beach State Park
My husband and I were wandering down the East Coast with our two dogs. We had just made an unplanned visit to West Virginia to be with my family during a medical emergency and, as a silver lining to the sudden and stressful trip, we figured we'd meander down the Atlantic ...10 Essential Destinations In Mexico
While many think of Mexico as a country that's too dangerous to visit, there are actually many beautiful, safe and historically rich cities worth making a trip for.
While Tulum features one of the most well preserved ancient civilizations in the country, Copper Canyon ...19-Year-Old Is First To Cross Lake Michigan ... By Windsurfing
Sure, this happened almost two months ago, but the video footage for it just came out, which makes the overall experience that much more exciting.
In case you aren't:
1. A Lake Michigan local surfer
or
2. An avid Kai Lenny fan,
there's a good chance you ...
Visiting The Seychelles: Six Things You Need To Know
The Seychelles is a beautiful country of 115 granite and coral islands, pretty much in the middle of nowhere. Located 932 miles east of Africa and 1135 miles northeast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, getting there takes some work. A transit point for trade between ...I Traveled To Mexico And Came Back Alive
Two weeks ago I did something absolutely crazy. I packed a bag, got on a plane, and spent an entire week traveling in Mexico.
GASP! The horrors! Haven't you heard? Mexico is dangerous! It isn't safe to travel there anymore. Go somewhere else – anywhere but ...
