Dubai is often associated with luxury hotels, iconic skyscrapers, and world-class shopping, but one of its biggest draws is its coastline. Located on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf, Dubai is home to a wide variety of beautiful public beaches that are free to access and easy to enjoy. From lively stretches with water … Read more
Ever since I was a child growing up in Guatemala I have been visiting my aunt and cousins in the Washington D.C area and I had gone to the Luray Caverns many times. As we planned our trip to Washington D.C. with my own children going to the Luray Caverns in Virginia was one of the … Read more
Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links. If you book or buy something through one of my links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend places and services I have personally used or vetted. I was born in Guatemala. Lake Atitlán has been part of my life … Read more
In much of Latin America people refrain from eating meat on Fridays and during Holy Week ( Semana Santa) . So the recipes for meatless dishes are plentiful and one of my favorite dishes to eat is Rice Balls. For a meat free rice ball cheese is used . In the Caribbean they tend to … Read more
It’s just a few miles from home (Cape Coral, FL), but once you cross the short strip of asphalt that connects Pine Island with the mainland you feel like you are entering a different world. Pine Island (in Lee County) is the largest island (17 miles long and 2 miles wide) on the west coast … Read more
Easter season is upon us. In 2014, the 40 days of Lent begin March 5 and end April 17th. The Church asks all Catholics over the age of 14 to voluntarily give up meat every Friday. It has been said that a Pope once began this practice in order to help fisherman. In truth this … Read more
Carnaval is a fun time to celebrate with kids. The music, the sites and the food are so bright and vibrant; kids are just naturally drawn to the energy of Carnaval. Here in the states Carnaval and Mardi Gras are somewhat interchangeable. The premise is the same, which is a whole lot of partying before … Read more
Lent is an austere season in Latin America, 40 days full of self denial and sacrifices in preparation for Easter. But before we deprive ourselves of carnal pleasures we make sure to kick it off with a huge party known round the world as Carnaval ( see where the name comes from?) While the Lenten … Read more
Leche Frita is a delicious any-time dessert with monastic roots. They remind me of Easter Brunch and spring blossoms. I double up on the zest and make the orange and lemon flavors the center of this sweet treat. A dusting of powdered sugar and cinnamon are the only adornment needed but on special occasions its … Read more
For the second year LATISM, the largest organization of Latinos in social media in the US, has selected a group of influential bloggers who represent the voices of their communities and readers to attend a 2 day leadership retreat. The retreat will take place in the Waldorf Astoria in New York City on September 18th … Read more
