I didn’t see or step on one single stone. And it’s not an island either, although the quickest and easiest way to arrive is across water. Stone Island takes its name from a town that needed to be relocated years ago. However, today all you need to know is that it’s a perfect place to […]
The Gorgeous Gili Islands of Lombok
by Craig Zabransky on December 23, 2010 in Beach, Destination
Paradise. The image often includes a pristine beach, soft white sand, and a brilliant blue ocean backdrop. Make it a remote island only accessible by boat and not overrun by tourists or tourism and you create the perfect image. Yes, it’s paradise. Bali ignites the imagination of such a place, but the lesser known Gili […]
Sunset Sunday – Two Evenings in Carlsbad, California
by Craig Zabransky on December 19, 2010 in Sunset Sunday
One of the highlights of any visit to the left coast is the sunset. During my November travels I watched numerous from the beaches of both California and Mexico. Such lovely images captured and such lovely memories enjoyed. On the trip I scheduled a two night stay in the coastal California community of Carlsbad. In […]
The Perfect Place to Daydream, Riviera Maya.
by stayadventurous on November 19, 2010 in Beach, Destination, Mexico Travel
Often times, when in Mexico conversation commences about other Mexican destinations. Comparisons – yes, but also (and mostly) about how we all appreciate the country, the culture and the cuisine. I found myself talking about the Riviera Maya yesterday, and as much as I enjoy the adventure of exploring the cenotes, discovering my senses, eating […]
Postcard – From the Beaches of Acapulco
by Craig Zabransky on September 8, 2010 in Beach, Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo, Postcards
Sometimes you need to dive right in, to Acapulco…. Stay adventurous, Craig Day 4 of 20 day Mexico Bicentennial Tribute
A Baja Sur Surf Spot
by Craig Zabransky on February 12, 2010 in Beach, Destination, Mexico Travel
I woke to the cool Baja breeze coupled with the distant sounds of Pacific surf. Poured a fresh cup of java that the amiable staff delivered to my room along with a fresh fruit plate that included my favorite – papaya, graced my comfortable robe and stepped out on the terrace. The ocean view refreshed. […]
Sunday Sunset – Puerto Vallarta
by Craig Zabransky on February 1, 2010 in Mexico Travel, Sunset Sunday
This week Sunset Sunday takes us to my days in Mexico. Here I sat on the sands of ‘playa de los muertos,’ south of the river in Puerto Vallarta after a refreshing late afternoon swim. I enjoyed this very view over a bucket of coronitas (7oz Coronas) with the sounds of the local Mariachi band. The […]
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