Packing for a week or two in Alaska can be challenging when you consider the variety of activities there are to enjoy: glacier trekking, sea kayaking, fishing, hiking…all of which require different gear. A look at the weather report during peak season most likely reveals loads of rain, even more sun, snow in some places, […]
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Travel Helps Celebrate Milestones
Whether you’re commemorating an anniversary, a reunion, a birthday, or another major milestone, your celebration is meant to be shared and to be savored. What better way to do that than with a vacation? Travel brings us together like few experiences can, forging bonds among generations, family members, and friends. At Global Escapes, we specialize […]
Tahiti: Beyond the Beautiful Beaches
As a travel consultant, I encourage my clients daily to not judge a book by its cover–or in my world, not to judge a destination until they have experienced it for themselves. I must admit, I did not practice what I preach on my recent visit to Tahiti and her islands. I expected the obvious—a […]
The Birth of the Overwater Bungalow
When you think of a relaxing, remote getaway, what comes to mind? For a lot of people, it is an overwater bungalow with a clear glass floor. These unique structures, which teeter on stilts over the South Pacific Ocean, certainly have earned their popularity in the world of travel and tourism. We at Global Escapes […]
5 Unusual Hikes in Central America
When the thought of traveling to Central America comes about, you’re probably imagining hiking through lush rainforests, climbing ancient temples that nearly touch the sky, and wandering across sandy beaches next to clear blue water. But with so many incredible sites to see in Central America, travelers flock to the most popular destinations, such as […]
10 Places You Must Visit in Canada
Canada’s diverse environment, architecture, history, and activities make it an exciting destination for everyone–from adventurers to foodies. Here are 10 places you shouldn’t miss when visiting our northern neighbor. 1. Vancouver You can’t go wrong with Vancouver or the surrounding areas. This area is simply gorgeous. The rainforest-type ecosystem with the stunning Rockies as the backdrop is an unbelievable […]
Two is the Magic Number When Honeymooning in Maui
To be wooed, to be challenged, and to be longed for are some of the great effects of romance. We at Global Escapes see a strong correlation between romance and travel, as one can be just as easily wooed and challenged by travel as by romance. One of the strongest likenesses that romance and travel share is the power of […]
Hawaiian Culture 101
In Spanish cultures, the word Sobremesa refers to the time spent after lunch or dinner, talking to the people you shared a meal with. In Japanese cultures, the word Komorebi refers to the sunlight that filters through the trees. In Inuit cultures, the word Iktsuarpok refers to the feeling of anticipation that leads you to keep looking outside to see […]