In Costa Rica, there’s a phrase you’ll hear over and over again, as a greeting, a farewell, or an answer to the question, “How are you?” Pura vida! Translated from the Spanish, it literally means “pure life,” and by the time you’ve spent a few days amidst Costa Rica’s lush green rainforests, witnessed a majestic purple sunset reflected on an empty black sand beach, and spent time with its friendly, happy-go-lucky locals, you’ll understand all the nuances of the phrase, […]
Posts categorized: Surfing
Dec 27
2013
2013
My Travel Wish List
2013 was a pretty incredible year of travel for me. Since launching the blog a year ago yesterday, a whole world of travel and writing opportunities opened up. I ventured abroad to Mexico, Curacao, Costa Rica and the Bahamas. Within the U.S., I visited my typical “second home” destinations of Key West, New York and Atlanta. I also visited best friends in Nashville and Pittsburgh. And I discovered a little more of the state of Florida with trips to Tampa, […]
I’ve decided that 2014 will be the year of the Costa Rica surf camp. It’s a trip I’ve wanted to take since 2007 when my best friend Krista and I embarked on our epic two week road trip along the California coast (you know, the trip that inspired my travel writing). We took a couple of surf lessons in San Diego and Santa Cruz, and we were hooked. Of course, seven years later, I’m still a fledgling surfer, at best. […]
Feeling a little stir crazy anticipating the New Year? If you’re dying for one last escape in 2013, consider an easy getaway only an hour’s travel from Miami. Whether it’s the life of luxury in Boca Raton, a jet set escape to the west coast of Florida or a true disconnect in the middle of the pale blue waters of the Bahamas’ Out Islands, there’s an escape for every type of traveler here. Boca Raton Resort & Club The iconic […]
Aug 24
2013
2013
4 Surf/Boat Bars in New York City
I abandoned New York City seven years ago for a maritime- and surf-themed lifestyle in South Florida, so I’m tickled that whenever I go back, my best friend Ted introduces me to his new favorite bars, and they’re also maritime- and surf-themed. This time, he took me to RĂ©union Surf Bar in Hell’s Kitchen and The Rusty Knot on the West Side Highway. Since boats, surf, and New York City are three of my favorite things, I’ve got a couple of […]
