CUERNAVACA, MEXICO - We had just stepped into the Jardin Borda, where the air was perfumed by rare flowers, when Maria turned and whispered: “This is a sinful place.”

CUERNAVACA, MEXICO - Group sex and group spas have one thing in common – you never know who to thank.  Who was that woman whipping me with those limp, wet branches that surprisingly, made me feel so good?

MEXICO CITY - When you only have a few hours to visit the world’s largest city, you don’t stop in any one spot for very long.  That was the dilemma I faced the day I met up with Juan, the man who had been assigned to show me Mexico’s ancient capital.

TIJUANA, MEXICO - Viva la Mexico!  The country’s zest for life is legendary.  Long known for margaritas and mariachis, today’s Mexico offers much more – including one-of-a-kind shopping. 

REAL DE CATORCE, MEXICO -- As my eyes adjust after the 2.3 km ride through the narrow Ogarrio Tunnel, the small Mexican ciudad de fantasma, or ghost town, of Real de Catorce comes into full view. 

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO -- It goes without saying that the diving is definitely ‘dushi’ down in Curacao.  Now before anyone reaches for a dictionary, let me explain.
I was introduced to this highly-used word by local resident Dylene Esprit who explained its meaning in Papiamentu, a blend of Portugese, Dutch and local dialects.