2026-10-19

4 Best Dreams Resorts in Punta Cana

If you’re comparing Dreams resorts in Punta Cana along its white-sand coast, the good news is that every one welcomes all ages. Dreams Resorts & Spas run on a family friendly, Unlimited-Luxury style all inclusive plan that works just as well for couples, so you get kids’ programming and grown-up spaces under one roof. Four stand out across the…

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2026-10-19

3 Best Secrets Resorts in Punta Cana

Looking for adults only romance with your toes in the warm Caribbean sand? The Secrets resorts in Punta Cana pair grown-up, all inclusive luxury with some of the Dominican Republic’s prettiest beaches, and three standouts lead the way. Secrets Royal Beach Punta Cana suits social couples who love a lively scene, Secrets Tides Punta Cana is made for honeymooners…

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2026-10-16

10.16 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hiiii! Happy Friday! How are you? I hope you’ve had a great week! We got back from our cruise and it was right back into the routine. Liv had a choir concert – it was beeeeautiful – P has soccer, we have NCL and a fall festival this weekend. Also, suddenly it’s cold here in Tucson and I’ve realized…

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2026-10-16

Best & Cheapest Time to Visit Aruba

Figuring out the best time to visit Aruba comes down to what you want most: wall-to-wall sunshine, the lowest possible prices, or a beach that feels like it’s yours. The happy news is that Aruba delivers on all three, just in different months. This little Dutch Caribbean island stays warm, dry, and breezy nearly every day of the year,…

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2026-10-16

Best & Cheapest Time to Visit the Dominican Republic

Figuring out the best time to visit the Dominican Republic comes down to a simple trade-off between perfect weather and lower prices. The island delivers warm beach days almost year-round, but what you pay and how crowded the sand gets swing dramatically from one season to the next. Knowing the rhythm of the calendar is how you lock in…

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2026-10-16

Best Affordable All Inclusive Resorts in Punta Cana

Finding a cheap Punta Cana all inclusive doesn’t mean settling for less. This stretch of the Dominican Republic’s east coast is packed with value resorts that fold your room, meals, drinks, and entertainment into one upfront price, so your beach days are covered before you even pack a bag. From the wide sands of Bavaro to the quieter coves…

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2026-10-16

3 Best RIU Resorts in Cabo San Lucas

Looking for a RIU Cabo San Lucas resort? All three RIU Hotels & Resorts here sit along Playa El Medano, the main swimmable beach in Los Cabos, just minutes from the marina and downtown Cabo. Better still, there’s a clear split between family friendly stays and an adults only escape, so it’s easy to match the right RIU to…

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2026-10-16

5 Best RIU Resorts in Punta Cana

If you’re comparing RIU resorts in Punta Cana, here’s the short version: the brand runs a cluster of beachfront hotels along Arena Gorda Beach and the nearby El Macao coast, sharing a water park and a famously lively lineup of pools and parties. Some are adults only and built for high-energy fun, while others are family friendly with kids’…

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2026-10-15

First Timers’ Guide to a Ski Swap

By Caitlin Habenicht | Edited by Ben Bertsch and Ryan Williams Winter is coming, and the stoke is building across the Pacific Northwest. We’ve already seen snow, so it’s time to get geared up. A ski swap makes it easy to start shopping. Never been to one? Here’s how a ski swap works. Plus, you’ll find a few tips…

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2026-10-14

books I’ve read lately – The Fitnessista

Sharing a roundup of the books I’ve read lately and whether they’re worth adding to your collection. Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had an amazing weekend. We just got back from the best Disney cruise on the Treasure (full recap coming soon!) and I’m getting back into the swing of school, work, and life. It’s a…

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