by Leslie Brashear | Jun 6, 2026 | Canada, Traveling
Road Trip From Napa to Vancouver Some trips are built around one great idea: go to a wedding, then keep the adventure rolling. We planned ours that way. Before we ever left home in Napa, we knew Canada was on the agenda. The wedding in Bend, Oregon was the heart of...
by Leslie Brashear | Apr 25, 2026 | Mexico, Traveling
Blending Adventure, Culture, and Remote Work on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast Tulum has completely transformed over the last 20 years. What was once a sleepy, off-the-grid backpacker town has blossomed into a vibrant hub for digital nomads, real estate investors, and...
by Leslie Brashear | Feb 22, 2026 | Brazil, Traveling
10 Days of Beaches, Culture, and Unforgettable Experiences A Shorter Stay Than Planned When I first arrived in Brazil, I had heard so much about Rio de Janeiro that I decided to limit my time there. I felt like a month-long stay would require me to be...
by Leslie Brashear | Feb 9, 2026 | Brazil, Traveling
Exploring Ouro Preto and Inhotim During my five weeks in Belo Horizonte, I took two unforgettable day trips that showcased the incredible diversity of Minas Gerais. One was to the historic colonial town of Ouro Preto, and the other to the sprawling botanical gardens...
by Leslie Brashear | Feb 2, 2026 | Brazil, Traveling
Delicious Food, Vibrant Culture, and 5 Weeks of Discovery First Impressions: Welcome to BH Travel days are always a bit of a blur, but arriving in Belo Horizonte (or BH, as the locals call it) was a noticeable shift from the coastal vibes of Florianópolis. The city’s...
