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March 27, 2020
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10 Things You Could Be Doing Instead of Watching the News

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10 Things You Could Be Doing Instead of Watching the News

You may not know this, but I’m a huge Dave Ramsey fan, follower, addict. Whatever you want to call it. If you don’t know who Dave Ramsey is, just Google him.

In these “CRAZY TIMES” I have two sources (mainly) that I turn to for my “news” or “updates.” That’s Dave Ramsey and John Mayer. (I’ll be sharing a blog about John in later days to come.) Being a Millennial, I don’t have cable, just Netflix and all of the streaming services. So, naturally, I don’t watch the news.

In this post we’re going to talk about 10 things you could be doing instead of watching the news.

When you peel back the layers of the onion you find out that the news is simply a television program. And lately, they’ve been capitalizing on FEAR & PANIC. I was listening to the Dave Ramsey show and he had a friend of his on the show, Max Lucado (author). Something that Max said stuck with me. “If you feed your fear, your faith will starve. If you feed your faith, your fear will starve.” I believe consuming too much news is feeding your fear whether you want to admit it or not. Before I go completely off the rails and come across as a conspiracy theorist, let’s get into the  10 things to do:

“If you feed your fear, your faith will starve. If you feed your faith, your fear will starve.” – Max Lucado

1. Read a Book

For most of us, we’re hunkered down in our homes. Perfect time to find a quiet place and read that stack of books you say you’ll eventually get to.

2. Watch “Tiger King” on Netflix

This documentary following  Joe Exotic and his big cat zoo blew up faster than the Coronavirus. If you haven’t seen it, give it a watch. Soooo good!

3. Make Cookies

Right now is not the time to worry about your figure. Once we can get out of our houses, we’re going to lose that quarantine 15 real fast. There is something soothing about making your own fresh, warm cookies. Plus it makes the house smell wonderful…a nice break from the smell of Clorox. Here is a great recipe to use: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bas-best-chocolate-chip-cookies

4. Organize Your Closet

How do our closets get so messy? A closet is a lot like the Tupperware drawer  in the kitchen. Right now is the perfect time to take every item out of your closet and put it back in the proper place. Good news, wait 2 weeks and you can repeat this task.

5. Research Travel Destinations

You’re cooped up, we aren’t going to let you get away from your travel business that easy. When you’re re-watching “Tiger King” because it’s just that good, you can put your laptop on your lap and research all kinds of travel destinations you want to visit and send your clients to after this COVID stuff. (If you’re reading this and you’re not a travel agent, click here for more info: https://luxevovacations.com/join)

6. Listen to Music

Did you know that listening to your favorite music releases endorphins? The release of endorphins can give you a heightened feeling of excitement. It can also quell anxiety, ease pain and stabilize the immune system. I would recommend blasting it throughout the house and dancing around. If you have kiddos trying to do school work, perhaps sitting on the bed with headphones on, jamming out, will be a better option.

7. Play Monopoly

This one is the king of passing time and taking your mind off of everything. Gather the family or friends around and get a game going. Just remember, don’t take it too seriously, you still have to be quarantined with these people after the game ends in 19 hours.

8. Create Something

This is kind of like the cookies but you don’t necessarily have to eat this creation. It’s nice to get your hands on something. Paint something. Sew something. Mold something. Work with wood. Whatever it is, just create something, and watch the time pass gently by.

9. Go Outside

Even if you’re in an area with a strict lockdown, you’re allowed to go outside. I would recommend going outside WITHOUT your phone. You need to walk, jog, run, or sit in nature without your phone. No need for music here. Listen to the sounds of the outdoors. No need for scrolling through Facebook or posting to your Instagram story. Simply enjoy being outside and taking in the nature. Don’t forget to take some deep cleansing breaths.

10. Sleep

I’m not giving you the green light to be a lazy bones. However, take this opportunity to catch up on sleep. Again, I’m not saying sleep all day. I’m saying instead of watching the news at night for 3 hours, skip that, and hop in bed. Getting 3 extra hours of sleep will do your body and mind wonders. Plus, sleep helps with a healthy metabolism, and you’re going to need that when it comes to managing this quarantine 15.

There are plenty of other activities to keep you off the news during these times. Drop some of your preferred activities in the comment section below.

March 5, 2020
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How to Not Get Sick While Traveling (Avoiding the Corona Virus)

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Luxevo Vacations just so happens to be located in the city where 2 confirmed Coronavirus patients are located. It seems the frenzy has begun: water and canned foods flying off the shelves, preparing for a possible armageddon scenario where rations become scarce.

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Mark Zuckerberg rationing his water!

One of the things that are being talked about most is travel! In some parts of the world travel is being restricted, but not most. With such widespread fear, I  think it’s a good thing to talk about how to travel safely. Paranoia isn’t necessary, but it’s always great to be prepared! Keeping in mind that these are simple tips you may have heard, but are important to put into practice at times like these.

1. Wash Your Hands

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It seems obvious but washes your hands often. Be sure to not put your hands in your mouth or eyes to avoid spreading any kind of infection. Bring hand sanitizer along as well!

2. Sit in the Window

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A recent study shows that people that sit in the window seat are the least likely to be affected by a possible infection on their plane. This is because you are in less contact with the flight attendant, who is in contact with most people. This isn’t to say you should be antisocial or rude to avoid Coronavirus, but it is just a thought for those who are very paranoid.

3. Maybe Wear a Mask?

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In media coverage of the CoronaVirus, you may see a lot of people wearing hospital masks. They are useful in the protection against the standard influenza virus, but not so much in terms of Corona. It is better to wash your hands and staying in when you are sick- but they may make you feel safer.

4. Boost Your Immunity

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Before every plane ride, I  make sure I  take airborne- it’s a vitamin tablet that apparently keeps you from getting sick. It’s important to remember that those most affected by viruses are older people or those who are compromised. It’s not plausible that you’d be able to build your immune system overnight, but it isn’t a bad idea to try and make healthy choices the month before traveling. Exercise, eat right, and hell- through in some vitamins.

5. Avoid Traveling

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If you are very paranoid about traveling during this virus frenzy or are a self-proclaimed hypochondriac, stay home! We wouldn’t suggest this of course! Travel, just be safe. Be sure to visit our website to get connected to a Travel Specialist who will take care of all the details of your trip. A Luxevo Vacations Travel Specialist can even let you know where coronavirus is located 😉

 

 

January 3, 2020
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Destination Spotlight: Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

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I just came back from the best vacation I’ve ever had in my life! My whole family and I ventured to a small coastal region of Puerto Rico called Cabo Rojo: a place seemingly, and quite literally in the middle of nowhere. Unlike its popular counterpart destination of San Juan, there are no large buildings, 5 o’clock traffic, or bustling nightlife.

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What Cabo Rojo offers is the most stunning scenery, beaches, delicious and affordable food/drink, and a feeling of joy I’ve never experienced elsewhere. The people are the most helpful and genuinely kind I’ve ever encountered.

Food

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The food in Cabo Rojo was very casual for the most part. We spent most of our time in the little hole in the wall restaurants and bars. The food is very seafood centered with lobster, red snapper, and shrimp being staples on almost every menu I saw. The restaurant photoed above is of my favorite local. This was only a 5-minute drive from our condo and featured a 4 piece live salsa band, amazing coconut cinnamon shots, and the freshest grilled fish I’ve ever had. The prices are unbeatable with large portions.

(low-quality image of my red snapper and Arroz con habichuelas)

We also spent a lot of time in bars… One bar, in particular, had a food stand outside. A sweet Puerto Rican mother who made all of her food from scratch. She made all of the fried food that you come to expect in PR along with pinchos, which are meat skewers. All the fried items were about 2 dollars apiece, and the pinchos were 3. That along with dollar twenty-five beers kept us entertained for hours. All of the bargoers were extremely friendly and we danced and ate communal style.

Scenery

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Cabo Rojo is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. There are rolling mountains, cliffs like the one in the photo above, gorgeous beaches, and some of the most insane sunsets that could exist.

I would suggest stopping at Faro Los Morrillos where this stunning lighthouse resides looking over a rocky cliff.

We also got to enjoy some water sports on my distant relative’s boat. We drove the boat to a part of the ocean that can best be described as a boat day club… All of the boats parked in the middle of the water and blasted loud reggaeton music and drank all day.

I had the opportunity to jet ski for the first time, and it was amazing!!!

There’s much to be said about Puerto Rico. It is a joyous, colorful, beautiful island with so much to offer. I really fell in love with Cabo Rojo and how it was able to bring me and my family so much closer, but even if small beach towns aren’t your scene, I would suggest adding PR to your destination list. You can drive across the entire island in just a little over 3 hours and there is so much to explore and see.

If you are interested in traveling to Puerto Rico for your next trip, be sure to book it with a Luxevo Vacations Travel Specialist, and consider checking out Cabo Rojo!

 

September 4, 2019
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Hostels are Not as Bad as You Think: Travel for Less

By | Article, Blogs, Destinations, Food for thought, Places, Tips & Tricks, Vacations

You probably have a very specific idea in mind when you hear the word Hostel. You may think of free spirits traveling across Europe, letting their heads land where they may. Or you may think of a dusty dimly lit room stacked to the ceilings with creaking bunk beds.

Often times the thing that holds people back from a foreign vacation is the various hotel stays that can accumulate. Unless you are willing to fly across the sea for an extended weekend and only staying in one city, multiple hotel moves will be inevitable.

I too was under the impression that if you didn’t have the money to shell out for decent hotels, you would have to settle for a Hostel experience that was unpleasant, and in some cases even unsafe. 

I set out to find some of the worlds best Hostels in the some of the most sought after destinations
….ALL UNDER $100. And to learn how to do Hostels the right way!

 

Are there nice Hostels?

YES!

Generator Hostel (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

The first Hostel we visit is in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is a very sought after destination most known for its beautiful canals….

World famous Cherry Blossom Festival

And of course the red light district.

The average hotel price in Amsterdam for 2019 is about 158 euros which is about 173 USD.

 

The Generator Hostel used to be the Amsterdam University’s Zoology Building until it was transformed into this beautiful Hostel. The outside is a beautiful brick building, and the inside has been completely converted. It is extremely modern and looks like room inspo posts on Pinterest.

If you splurge and get a private room, you are looking at an average price of $160 which still comes in a little bit lower than the average price in Amsterdam: in a very cool place no less.

But if you are willing to go all in to the Hostel experience, you can get a twin bed in a premium 4 person room for only $44

The Generator has very good reviews and appears to be very beautiful. This honestly was a shocking discovery for me- I honestly didn’t know there were beautiful Hostels.

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More Affordable Option

If you are looking for the classic Hostel experience (and classic Hostel prices), there are still some good options that are relatively comfortable.

One that I found is in the South of Italy on the Italian Riviera.

5 Terra Backpackers (Cinque Terra, Italy)

This place has amazing reviews: sited for it’s delicious family style meals, great location, and beautiful views.

It seems that the hosts are very hospitable, it has a good location, and they even cook group meals for the guest. Staying at a family run Hostel can be a good way to immerse yourself into the culture, and to get personal recommendations from a local. And who knows, maybe you will find some new friends as well.

For a basic twin private room you are looking at $76. This means you and a friend or partner can share the room and spend only about $38 a night which is honestly a steal.

If you are looking for the cheapest way possible, you can get a bed in a 6 bed dormitory style room for only $32. This may not feel like the most comfortable option at every hostel, but at the 5 Terre Backpackers you will receive a locker for your things, and the raving reviews will also calm your fears of any funny business.

Everything you should know

Now that we’ve found a couple of viable hostel options, it’s time to learn a little more about how seasoned travelers do hostels. Even though they can be nice, there are still

precautions and measures you should take to ensure you have a comfortable stay.

1. Splurge on the private room if you can

If you can afford it, try and go for one of the slightly more expensive private rooms. This will give you a door with a lock so you don’t have to worry about your belongings, especially on an extended stay. This will also make it more comfortable to do everything you would imagine like changing or even sleeping in your underwear.

A lot of times the private room isn’t even much more expensive so it’s worth it.

 

2. Bring your own toiletries 

Often times hostel toiletries will be very cheap (Think of the pink sticky soap in your elementary school bathroom). Packing some travel sized shampoos and lotions will make your stay that much more comfortable. It will also be more sanitary since many hostels have shared bathrooms.

 

3. Change your bedsheets 

Make sure to ask your hostel host about how often they will be changing the bed sheets!

 

4. Trust your Gut!

Even though I am sure you have done your research and read all of the reviews you can find, if you are uncomfortable with your sleeping arrangement speak up! Refer to #1 and perhaps try to upgrade to a private room if someone or something in the dorm style room makes you uneasy.

 

Maybe you are reading this article because you are considering choosing a hostel for your next trip. After my research, I think that staying at a hostel can be a great option, if you do your research. If hotel prices are the only thing keeping you from your dream European vacation…..go for it!

September 26, 2018
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Travel: The Natural Remedy for Mental Health

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September 25, 2018
Julia Chapman
TRAVEL… it’s the only thing you can buy that makes you richer.

For most of us that travel; it’s a planned event to have fun, renew family connections, and embark on a new adventure. It’s a time to throw caution to the wind, explore parts unknown, and celebrate friendship!

For others, however, travel is a lifesaver.

Do you or someone you know suffer from mental health, like depression, anxiety, PTSD ~ or all of the above?

Travel just may be the key to lessen the effects. Suffering from a mental illness is lonely. You tend to isolate yourself from family and friends. Who wants to be around someone that’s suffering internally all the time?

Those that suffer from depression tend to lean toward negative thoughts and emotions.

So why is travel helpful?

Traveling forces you to pay attention to your surroundings. You have a heightened awareness of everything around you; which actually opens yourself up to exploring new friendships and experiences. It distracts you from negativity and brings about a sense of calm. Creating new memories may help you to cope when inner negativity approaches.

Traveling creates inspiration. When you engage with fellow travelers ~ you see the life they are living the way they want to live; not the way society chooses for them to live.

You can eat what you want, sleep when you want, do what you want… Travel is the place of YES!

As you create a bond with fellow travelers; sharing similar experiences opens up your heart to see the world in a new perspective. Meeting people from all walks of life, and the friendships you forge while traveling can be a constant reminder of positivity which may help you carve out a new way of life, even at home.

For me; the sound of the ocean, the sand between my toes and sitting in the ocean digging for seashells causes me to focus on this beautiful world in which we live. Every time I travel, my goal is to do something I’ve never done before. Zip lining is top on the list… I CAN do it!
– Julia Chapman, Luxevo Vacations Travel Specialist
Ready to plan your vacation? Just ask Julia!
September 12, 2018
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Which El Dorado Resort by Karisma You Should go to Base on Your Zodiac Sign?

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IF YOU’RE INTO ASTROLOGY and believe that zodiac signs actually hold valuable insight into a person’s character and personality, than this article will help you understand which El Dorado Resort by Karisma is perfect for you and why!

Element: Air

Signs: Aquarius (January 20th to February 18th), Gemini (May 21st to June 20th), Libra (September 23rd to October 22nd)

El Dorado Seaside Suites – Riviera Maya, Mexico

Those who are the Element of Air look at the world as a place that is filled with possibilities, much like Karisma’s Seaside Suites! Seaside Suites is divided into two distinct sections, the Infinity and the Palms. Aquarius’, Gemini’s and Libra’s like to be in control and having the option to choose between authentic Mexican architecture and modern luxury décor is right up their alley! The resort offers infinite opportunities for both adventure and relaxation, which is perfect for Air-born characteristics, as they have an eccentric personality but need time to recharge in order to restore their charismatic energy.

Element: Water

Signs: Pisces (February 19th to March 20th), Cancer (June 21st to July 22nd), Scorpio (October 23rd to November 21st)

El Dorado Maroma – Riviera maya, Mexico

Those who are the Element of Water are super friendly, compassionate, and intuitive people. They are found to be highly emotional and sensitive beings, and they much rather prefer intimate atmospheres where they can easily connect with others. El Dorado Maroma is very intimate and serene, allowing those with the Water element to flourish in their empathetic and generous characteristics. In addition to being friendly, they also need a great deal of alone time for rest and to reflect on their spirituality. Maroma offers a luxurious and unique spa that combines today’s most innovative practices with ancient Mayan principles, which help both the body and mind. Being a Water sign, Pisces’, Cancer’s, and Scorpio’s love to be surrounded by water. Maroma Resort sits on the beautiful and famous Maroma Beach, which was actually named one of the top ten beaches in the world by Travel Channel!

Element: Fire

Signs: Aries (March 21st to april 19th), Leo (July 23rd to august 22nd), Saggitarius (November 22nd to December 21st)

El Dorado Royale – Riviera Maya, Mexico

Aries’, Leo’s and Sagittarius’, being Fire signs, are extremely active beings. It is in their nature to exude youthfulness, energy and confidence, making El Dorado Royale the perfect Karisma Resort for Fire signs! El Dorado Royale offers exciting nightlife, lively entertainment, and activities from all across the board that are sure to keep these active and adventurous beings out, about, and having the times of their lives! With tequila tastings, scuba diving lessons, yoga classes, kayaking trips, listening to live bands perform and so, so much more, the last thing a Fire sign vacationing at Royale will feel is boredom or lackluster-anything.

Element: Earth

Signs: Taurus (April 20th to May 20th), Virgo (Auguest 23rd to September 22nd), Capricorn (December 22nd to January 29th)

Palafitos Overwater Bungalows – Riviera Maya, MExico

Those with the Element of Earth appreciate the finer things in life and don’t mind working hard to achieve nothing but the best. The Palafitos Overwater Bungalows at El Dorado Maroma by Karisma is, also, nothing but the best they have to offer. With innovative glass bottom floors, a private bungalow for two complete with a Jacuzzi tub, infinity pool, and private access to the turquoise water, these were designed for those with royalty running through their veins. Taurus’, Virgo’s and Capricorn’s enjoy materialistic goods and possessions, and they will absolutely love the fine dining experiences and top-of-the-line exuberant service provided at this intimate yet lavish resort. Because Earth signs are very responsible and disciplined, this resort offers a safe place for them to let their hair down a bit and just enjoy life!

The amazing things about all of Karisma’s Resorts is that they offer something for every element and every sign!

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August 16, 2018
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Be Environmentally Friendly On Vacation

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WE ARE CREATURES OF HABIT, when it comes to our personal items or our homes, we maintain a consistent agenda to keep everything well maintained and spotless. We don’t want to live in filth, so for example, we keep dirty clothes organized in a hamper and wash them when the hamper gets filled up, we wash our dishes to be able to reuse them, take the garbage out, preserve a garden or lawn, recycle, and so much more. So, how come when it comes to vacationing, we lose sight of our sanitation and admiration?

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Don’t pause on being respectful and environmentally friendly because we desire to be pampered on vacation. We should treat mother Earth the same way we would handle our own homes because Earth is our home base! Respect the environment and mother Earth and the locals will be thankful.

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Clean Your Trash!

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Just because a housekeeper comes into the hotel room to maintain all the rooms, doesn’t mean it is respectful to leave everything a complete disaster for her to clean or because there are landscapers, they will clean the trash off the land. Especially when it comes to trash! Use a garbage can. If you are walking through the halls of the resort or outside walking the paths to the beach, find a garbage can, don’t just throw your trash onto the ground and if the locals recycle, then you recycle as well. Keep the environment clean, so that it will maintain its beauty. Be respectful to the employees and the resort.

Bring a Reusable Water Bottle

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Bring a reusable water bottle with you when you travel. If it is empty, it will pass through TSA with no problem. But, by bringing your own bottle, you are saving plastic bottles from being used. Which is great because it requires fossil fuels polluting the air to break down plastic in the landfills. So, think green about plastic because you don’t want the beautiful environment, clean air, and breathtaking oceans to be polluted and ruined.

Think Local

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By supporting local business; like farmers markets, local restaurants, souvenir stands, and much more; you are supporting local agriculture which means that they don’t need to outsource to other countries for branded products. Plus, you are keeping the locals happy, supporting their culture, and learning about their history. It is a great way to show them that there are benefits to tourism.

Choose Green Activities

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Earth-friendly activities are great for being environmentally friendly. Plus, they are also super fun. So, look into activities like snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, biking, and hiking. Not only do you get to try new activities, but this is another great way to learn about their culture and what the land has to offer. Most importantly! It will reduce your carbon footprint. (NOTE: A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouses gases produced to support your activities.)

Use Biodegradable Sunscreen

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Save the coral reefs! Save the oceans! Every day we need to remember and appreciate our oceans because without them, we wouldn’t have beautiful beaches to explore all over the world and we wouldn’t have gorgeous marine life to discover. By wearing biodegradable sunscreen, you are protecting the oceans ecosystem.

Continue to think green and keep our environment alive!

August 15, 2018
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Minerals of Mexico

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SIXTY MINERALS HAVE BEEN CLAIMED IN MEXICO; which means that’s where they were first found and studied. Mexico has been mined dating back to pre-historic times and continues to produce substantial quantities of prized minerals. It is one of the top 3 countries for largest suppliers of collectable minerals; Brazil and the US included. The intrusive igneous rock formation, geological events, and semi-arid climate of Mexico have worked together to create this mineral paradise.

Amethyst is one of the most effective stones for healing, that’s why it received the name,” All-healer.” The energy is transformed into positivity and love. It is the healer of anxiety. It transmits neural signals through the head of calming and peaceful energy to soothe the mind, which then soothes the body. Amethyst was found in Vera Cruz and Guerrero, Mexico.

Fire Opal was born in the volcanoes of Mexico. It is when water meets the lava, hardening into a stone of vivid reds, oranges, and yellows. Fire Opal enhances creative energy, facilitates change, and guides progress. They protect against danger and empowers oneself to remove from a toxic situation.

Rosasite is a striking blue mineral, deeply calming and allows one to speak with clarity and with truth. It is useful for memory recall, support, strength, and sustainability. Rosasite is found in Durango, Mexico.

Golden Apatite enhances the vibration of mental clarity and strength of will. It brings a spiritual energy to the mind motivating faith and passion for life, and implanting a sense of self-worth and confidence. It gives balance to the mind and restores any emotional damage. This golden mineral was claimed in Durango, Mexico.

Grossular garnet empowers all things nurturing from Mother Earth, empowerments, hope, encourages gratitude, social growth, and service to the community. It is also the stone of appreciating abundance. Grossulars colors vary from sunrise to the greens of the earth and is found in Sierra de la Cruces and Coahuila, Mexico.

Topaz, the “crystal of potency,” radiates gentle soothing, healing, stimulating, and recharging powers. It empowers strength, inspiration, truth and forgiveness, and confidence. Increases faithfulness in love and friendships. It is all things needed to build a stable environment. Topaz was claimed in Tepetate, San Luis Potosí, and Zacatecas, Mexico.

Pyrite, often called “Fool’s Gold,” because of its shiny, gold exterior is actually the stone of hidden fire by striking it against metal or stone. Pyro means fire. This is the masculine stone of action, will, potential, stimulating idea flow, confidence, and persistence. It is also a shield against negative energy, emotional attacks, and physical harm. This talisman was found in Zacatecas, Mexico.

Silver is the mirror of emotions, the mind, love, and healing. It brings advantage, patience, and perseverance to the wearer. The metal is reflective, so it reflects any evil intent, like magical security, back to the sender. This energy is a magnificent conduit. There is a large abundance of silver all over Mexico, like Zacatecas is Mexico’s leading silver producing state, then Chihuahua, Durango, Sonora, Coahuila, and San Luis Potosi.

Danburite helps to “let your love light shine.” The love energy of this crystal brings serenity and peace to the heart. It relieves emotional pain and increases acceptance of self-love. Danburite will fill your life with love, happiness, and spiritual enlightenment.  It is mined in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

Wulfenite is the stone of creativity and transformation. It helps the hard worker to overcome pessimism, procrastination, and self-defeating attitudes. It encourages determination, clarity, and inspires creative thoughts and ideas. This crystal is found Durango, Mexico.

Those are just 10 stones listed out of the 60 mined in Mexico. Some other stones are opal, rhodochrosite, legrandite, creedite, adamite, acanthite, pyrargyrite, boleite, polybasite, stephanite, floural, pyrrhotite, galena, smithsonite, goethite, calcite, hematite, hemimorphite, paradamite, mimetite, anhydrite, cumengite, stibiconite, agate, gypsum, cassiterite, scorodite, arsenopyrite, barite, and many, many more!

When you go to visit the Karisma Resorts in Mexico, the Vassa Spa at the Azul Resorts and Naay Spa at the El Dorado Resorts, are filled with healing crystals. They are placed in dishes, water fountains, scattered all over, if you keep your eyes open. Close your eyes, place your hand in the dish, and let the crystals energy pick you. Don’t be afraid to ask the locals about the minerals and their properties. They might be able to help you locate where you can mine your own crystals too!

July 20, 2018
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#INeedaVacation

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I think we can all agree that every once in a while, a moment in life happens, that makes us say “I need a vacation.” Usually it happens at home, in the work place, on a car ride, or you just hear someone say something that literally blows your mind. It’s okay. We have all been there and if you haven’t… you’re lying.Image result for i'm done with this job gif

To prove my point that we have all had moments like this; I searched on twitter, the hashtag #INeedAVacation, and constructed this blog of relatable “I need a vacation” moments, so that we can all laugh about the struggles of adulthood.

June 23, 2018
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“54% of American’s don’t take Vacation…”

By | Article, Blogs, Food for thought, Tips & Tricks, Vacations

ONE OF THE BIGGEST STATISTICS that will make you say “What!”, is the fact that 54% of America don’t take vacation time!

I know! I thought the same exact thing when I read that.

Not only is vacationing amazing because you get to spend X amount of days on an island, relaxing, while you have servers pamper you all day long, and get to walk around in a bathing suit without being judged… There are also some serious benefits that will improve your quality of life.

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Life is rough. You wake up, go to work all day, take care of your kids (or furbabies), clean and feed whoever is in your household, go to sleep, wake up, REPEAT. There’s no time in there for you to take care of yourself. While you are on vacation, you get to sleep more, eat more, soak in some Vitamin C, and give your body and mind a break. According to science, you can increase your health by 20% by taking one vacation.

 

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Whether it’s the pressure at work, from your family, or just having a super busy schedule; taking a vacation gets you away from all the chaos in your life. It will dramatically reduce stress, anxiety, and mental and physical burnouts that you are feeling.

 

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Just like a battery, if we are over worked without a break, our batteries run low on juice. If our battery is low, we lose our creativity, our patience, are less helpful and hardworking, and make poor decisions. That’s why a few days on a vacation is beneficial, so that you have time to recharge your batteries, refuel and refresh yourself, and return energized.

 

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When your life consists of focusing on everything else around you, but yourself, you are reducing your quality of life. Taking a vacation will give you the opportunity to reflect on yourself and the changes you can make to improve your lifestyle to make it better, make you realize the care you need to give to yourself, and a sense of peace. Experiencing an island escape will be good for your mind, your body, and most importantly, yourself.

 

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Science says taking a vacation improves your happiness, so don’t you want to be happy? Then take a vacation!