Hotel Review: Silica Hotel Blue Lagoon
First opened in 2005 as the Blue Lagoon Clinic Hotel, and later renamed Silica Hotel, this enchanting lodging facility offers an opportunity for guests of Blue Lagoon to experience sleeping in the iconic Icelandic lava fields in a relaxing and sustainable environment. Silica Hotel at Blue Lagoon, located in Grindavik, is a 15-20 minute commute…
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Southwest Louisiana Cuisine: Fried Sweet Dough Sweet Potato Pie
Like a good pot of gumbo, Louisiana is filled with all kinds of good things. Each part of the state offers a unique culture all its own, but the underlying theme of good food and family values is always there. During a visit to Southwest Louisiana, the group I was touring with was treated to…
Saint-Tropez Saturday Market at The Place des Lices
One Saturday morning, while I was in Saint-Tropez, I ventured for a stoll to the central market. This area is called the Place des Lices and can be a busy area in the summer. I went in search of people watching, specifically the old men playing boules. Instead I discovered the Saturday Market, the place…
Fernando’s 100% Agave restaurant near Costa Maya
Costa Maya is a port stop on a number of Caribbean cruises. But if you step beyond the colorful port itself, and venture less than 10 minutes away into Mahahual, you’ll find an authentic Mexican experience and delicious fare at Fernando’s 100% Agave. Fernando’s is located in Old Mahahual, on the second street. This palapa covered…