REX Photo Submissions Celebrating Our Legacy Memory by Memory Written by: Caitlin Habenicht Image: Jenny Kingland, winner of the 2025 REX photo contest Well, the mountain has started to shed its winter coat, and summer 2025 at Crystal is shaping up to be one to remember for many reasons. But what we’re most excited about is the long-anticipated replacement…
White sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters, towering waterfalls and lush jungles, tranquil resorts and family-friendly activities—what more could you want from a vacation destination? Punta Cana, located in the Dominican Republic, has all this and more! Spend a day or two in this tropical paradise, and you’ll quickly understand why it’s such a popular vacation destination for couples,…
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, the most stressful part of travel tends to be packing. Packing the right items in your suitcase can help you have a fun and relaxing trip. Forgetting a few important things can throw a wrench in your plans and leave you scrambling to find essentials while in your vacation…
Punta Cana, located on the sunny eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, is an exciting escape for anyone who loves to travel. It’s actually one of the most popular destinations in the DR, boasting more than 60 miles of pristine coastline. What is Punta Cana known for? Crystal clear turquoise waters, soft white sands, vibrant culture, and lively entertainment…
Let your worries fade away and have the time of your life on a fabulous Punta Cana Beach. Perfectly translated, “the tip of the white cane palms,” that line the coast, this Dominican Republic paradise boasts the most beautiful beaches in the world. Immerse yourself in picture-perfect ocean views, swaying palm trees, powdery soft sands, and turquoise waters, the…
Punta Cana is the ultimate vacation destination for so many different types of travelers! Located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, the tropical paradise is home to white sand beaches, colorful reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving, lush jungles with waterfalls just waiting for hikers, and a vibrant culture known for its friendly people and delicious food—there’s…
Photo credit: pablopicasso/Shutterstock.com Just a short boat ride from Nassau, Pearl Island is one of those places in The Bahamas that you don’t really know—until you do. It fits perfectly into the hidden gem category, and this far-off Bahamian isle is all about slowing down, soaking up the sun, and living fully in the moment. While it’s one of…
Some couples call it an “anniversary celebration.” Some take it up a notch to “vow renewal.” The month of May is even designated as Vow Renewal Month. In the past decade, I’ve been invited to two of them — both very special and vastly different. One was in a church. One was on a beach. The first was squeezed…
Photo credit: Brookgardener/Shutterstock.com Just three miles off the coast of Paradise Island lies Rose Island, a hidden gem that feels worlds away. With no roads and little to no infrastructure, this secluded slice of The Bahamas offers the kind of barefoot escape travelers dream about — pink sand beaches, vibrant reefs for snorkeling or diving, and an unexpected highlight:…
Summers are here and the joy of summer vacations can be witnessed perfectly on the face of kids. None of us can deny that we waited eagerly for this time of the year. Though summer vacation comes for kids, but we adults also cherish this time, as it is time for us to unwind, rejuvenate, and spend some quality…
