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Laidback Luxury at Montage Laguna Beach

by Gunes, posted in United States

After a long hiatus from “real” traveling due to the pandemic, this past spring my family enjoyed a luxurious weekend stay at the Montage Laguna Beach, a Forbes five-star resort. This Southern Californian hotel is located about halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego, perched atop a very scenic cliff above the Pacific Ocean. The … Continue reading Laidback Luxury at Montage Laguna Beach

Relaxation at Salamander Resort & Spa

by Gunes, posted in Hotels, Luxury Travel, United States

We all could use a little relaxation right now. I can think of no better place than the Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, Virginia, as a quintessential “get-away-from-it-all” destination. Located just over 30 minutes west of Dulles airport, you never would know that you were only an hour away from the nation’s capital. Idyllic … Continue reading Relaxation at Salamander Resort & Spa

How to Be an Ally with People of Color While You Travel

by Gunes, posted in Travel Tips & Random Musings

What is an “ally”? And, how is it relevant to travel? Being an ally of a person of color is all about proactively learning in order to counter your privilege, standing in solidarity with people of color, and speaking up when racism presents itself. What we do when we travel can have a significant impact … Continue reading How to Be an Ally with People of Color While You Travel

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