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Miraval Austin, Texas

Miraval Austin, Texas

Miraval Austin, Texas - If booking a true wellness getaway isn’t on your bucket list, it’s time to add it! I recently returned from a three day stay at the newly opened Miraval Austin Resort & Spa and I am officially hooked. I can’t think of a better way to hit that reset button, so get ready to put that cell phone to sleep and to awaken an energy inside of you that you may not have known existed.

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The Maldives & Dubai, 2015

The Maldives & Dubai, 2015

The Maldives and Dubai....  Emirates was the airline of choice for this exciting trip.  We were definitely spoiled on this flight, a double-decker aircraft with a full bar/lounge area!  It remains the most memorable flight I've taken.  We flew into Dubai and connected straight on to the Maldives, saving Dubai for the tail end of the trip.

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Peru, 2013

Peru, 2013

Peru turned out to be a spiritual trip for us!  Starting in Lima, we were fortunate enough to sightsee with locals (family of close friends), which immediately makes any trip extra special.  I've visited countless churches throughout my travels but my experience with Lima’s were memorable.  The history, the faith, the catacombs… it was extraordinary.  You also have the ocean and the most amazing fresh seafood specifically in the Miraflores area.  We went on to visit Sacred Valley before heading to Machu Picchu and concluded our trip in Cusco.  The itinerary was specifically planned this way to allow us to get acclimated to the altitude.  I guess it worked because we never felt sick.  We also drank plenty of Coca tea which is supposed to help as well.  Every time I look at these photos they truly touch my heart and bring me right back there.  

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Portugal, Lisbon & Porto 2013

Portugal, Lisbon & Porto 2013

PORTUGAL - Highlights from this trip include... Lisbon, visiting the medieval castles; exploring Alfama, one of the oldest districts in Lisbon; tasting the Portugese cuisine, famous for its seafood, specifically cod aka bacalhou.  Porto, a stay in an 18th century palace overlooking the Douro River; a river cruise through the Douro Valley vineyards; tasting some of the delicious olive oil, wine and port. 

Wrapping up the trip we drove to Sintra for a quick stay before heading home.  If you haven't had the opportunity to visit Portugal yet, I highly recommend it.

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