If you’ve been daydreaming about pressing pause on life and slipping away to somewhere lush, warm, and utterly rejuvenating, The Retreat Costa Rica might just be your perfect escape. Tucked away in the serene hills of Atenas, this boutique wellness haven feels like a secret garden perched above the clouds, where the pace slows, the…
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This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. Become A Member As Trump’s massive tax and spending budget bill inches closer to passing, the “One Big, Beautiful Bill Act” looks very likely to bring significant, landmark changes for two different…
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Luxury travel evokes images of private jets, 5-star suites, and Michelin-starred dining – but it doesn’t have to come with a stratospheric price tag. In 2025, savvy travelers can experience opulence without draining their bank accounts, thanks to strategic planning, insider hacks, and emerging trends. I believe everyone deserves to travel in style, and this…
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If you’re a parent whose child is struggling with alcohol or substance use, you’ve probably been told a hundred different things to do or not do and many probably feel like blame and make you feel worse. Let them hit rock bottom. You can’t help unless they want it. Don’t enable. I tried all of…
Sargassum seaweed in Mexico and the Caribbean has been invading the beaches and ruining holiday plans for many travelers in the last few years and it’s not getting and better in 2024. We have compiled a list of Caribbean beaches that have historically not been affected by the seasonal bloom of sargassum to help you…
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More and more cities are beginning to realise the reality that we are designing cities that are constantly challenged by heavy rainfall and flooding. Especially in waterfront areas, where the terrain is low and drainage is slow, a single downpour can turn a street into a river. In the face of such an urban environment,…
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“Oh my god – this is incredible!” That’s what his face is saying as he tucks into our first dessert. Though, of course, he’s silent. “Incredible!” is what I imagine he’s thinking. He’s not saying much though, instead he’s guiltlessly tucking into the most glorious chocolate brownie. His smile is contagious – we’re newly engaged…
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As mums, we teach our children to be kind. We remind them to share, to say kind words, to consider the feelings of others. But how often do we teach them to be kind to themselves? Many of us grew up believing that kindness means putting others first…always. That prioritising our own needs is selfish….
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Your buddy is at the wheel—after you figured out how to rent an RV, you decide that he’s got the best driving track record of your crew. Your copilot is on music duty; he’s been working on a nostalgia-inducing playlist for weeks, and it’s taking you back to college. You’re in the back with the rest of ’em…
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