A Different Kind of Eggnog: Costa Rica’s Rompope

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‘Tis the season for all things sweet and savory—including eggnog, present at every holiday party. If you’re looking to serve up something unique for this last week of holiday happenings, try this recipe for Costa Rica’s rompope, a different kind of eggnog. It isn’t Christmas in Costa Rica without it, but stateside it’s a unique treat that’s tasty, […]


Huatulco and Las Palmas: Paradise Found

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Mexico has many hidden gems—some more hidden than others—but few shine as brightly as Huatulco, home to myriad bays and dozens of idyllic beaches in the state of Oaxaca (Wah-HA-ka). This Pacific paradise is a tranquil destination coupling primitive charm and natural beauty with amenities such as upscale resorts, shopping (don’t miss the Museum of Oaxacan […]


Testimonial: Member Suffers Stroke While Visiting Family in Canada

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Lynne Clements –Gainesville, Georgia My husband and I were away from our home in Georgia visiting my family in a remote area of New Brunswick, Canada. While we were there I woke up in the middle of the night and discovered I had no sensation at all on my right side. I had recently been […]


Testimonial: Sudden Heart Attack in FL Needs Open Heart Surgery in PA

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Richard & Rose Strayer  Pittsburgh, PA  While we were wintering in Florida earlier this year Richard suddenly couldn’t breathe and although he was not in pain we took him to the doctor. An EKG was performed and the doctor told us there was a big change from the EKG from last October and that Richard […]


El Quelite: Delightful Day Trip from Mazatlan, Mexico

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Known as the “Shrimp Capital of the World”, the port of Mazatlan is a vibrant seaside city that was once the recipient of tons of gold and silver mined from the nearby mountains and is today recuperating its status as a beloved Pacific Coast getaway for thousands of travelers from North America. While most of […]


Tips for Holiday Travel

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Seems like summer vacation is barely over, but if you haven’t thought about booking your holiday travel, it’s time! In fact, your window of opportunity for booking affordable fares for Thanksgiving and Christmas is rapidly shrinking. “My number one tip for getting the lowest (never cheap at holiday time) fares is to book 11 months […]