Photo of the Week: Sunset Relaxation in El Tunco, El Salvador

We adore sunsets, and nothing compares to watching one unfold on the beach. After two months along Costa Ricas Pacific Coast during rainy season, clear evenings are rare treasures. Mornings often bring vibrant blue skies and abundant sunshine, but afternoons typically turn gray, cloudy, and culminate in torrential downpours unlike any weve experienced. So, on those fortunate rain-free afternoons, we head to the beach with our puppy. Were rewarded with skies transforming from bright blue to vibr

A huge thank you to everyone who commented on my last post, emailed, or reached out via social media. Your support after sharing my most challenging piece touched me deeply. Your encouraging words and personal stories of overcoming tough breakups gave me real hope—you helped immensely! Before my flight to New York last week, I savored a few days in Berlin, a city where I instantly feel at home. Though brief, my visit included discovering hidden gems like Berlins open-air gas lantern museum, indu

As avid beach lovers, weve cherished this travel year, but it lacked the salty ocean air and sandy shores we crave—especially after spending nearly six months on beaches last year. Even during recent beach visits, the water was too chilly for swimming, except in Southeast Asia or the Caribbean for Dani (Jess dives in almost anywhere). Our last beach time was in sunny Uruguay before leaving South America last spring. After months in Germany and the U.S. without seeing the ocean, were thrilled to