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Puerto Vallarta: A New Perspective

in Everyday, Travel on 06/08/14

It’s Sunday afternoon and I’m on the first of two flights flying home after a whirl wind trip to Puerto Vallarta Mexico.  I’ve just spent the last four days making new friends on a press trip, immersing myself in local culture, forcing myself to try new things from foods to adventures, and I couldn’t be more content.  I’m tired, a wee bit sunburnt and ridiculously happy.  IMG_2109

Once again convinced that travel is truly good for the soul.  Travel allows you to leave your real life behind, see how others live, count your blessings for all you have, pay it forward in little ways, make new connections with countless people, and re-connect with those you love the most.

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I am so thankful for each and every travel experience.  For the chance to learn, explore, make memories and laugh.  I’m not even back at home yet, and already I’m dreaming of my next adventure.  Where will your next travels take you?

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    Comments

    1. Elizabeth Matthiesen says

      June 20, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      You obviously had a wonderful time and participated in new adventures, all in such a short time. Wonderful, you do travel to the most amazing places. 🙂

    2. Karen E. HIll says

      July 21, 2014 at 7:32 pm

      Mexico is a fabulous place and the people make it what it is. I have only discovered a potion of it and hope to visit more places soon.

    3. Judy C (Judy Cowan) says

      July 5, 2014 at 10:58 am

      This looked like an amazing trip for you! Definitely lots of memories!

    4. Victoria Ess says

      June 16, 2014 at 11:36 pm

      I can’t wait to hear more about your trip!

    5. Lena @ Listen to Lena says

      June 16, 2014 at 6:19 pm

      Perspective is always important. Looking forward to reading your posts 🙂

    6. Janice says

      June 15, 2014 at 3:24 pm

      Your pictures are amazing!!!

      • Stephanie says

        June 15, 2014 at 4:49 pm

        Thank you Janice! Many more pictures to follow!

    7. Jennifer says

      June 11, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      Great pics! Looked like a lot of fun!

      • Stephanie says

        June 15, 2014 at 4:48 pm

        Thank you! We truly had an incredible adventure!

    8. Keri says

      June 10, 2014 at 1:03 am

      Look at those mountains behind you! Can’t wait to hear all about this trip!

      • Stephanie says

        June 15, 2014 at 4:48 pm

        It was so gorgeous there, a fantastic place to go with my Hubby. Planning to go back with my entire family! Looking forward to sharing all my adventures with you here on my blog!

    9. Lance | Trips By Lance says

      June 9, 2014 at 5:32 pm

      Yea, I made an appearance on the sassy blog! Thanks to Brent, it looks like the Americans actually outnumber the Canadians on the above photo. It was great meeting you both in humid and hot Puerto Vallarta.

      • Stephanie says

        June 10, 2014 at 1:01 am

        So fabulous to meet you Lance!! Hope our paths cross again soon, maybe we will convert you into a Canadian 🙂 PS, that burn on my back, it still stings!

    10. Rossana says

      June 9, 2014 at 5:43 am

      Looks like it was an incredible experience! 🙂

      • Stephanie says

        June 10, 2014 at 1:00 am

        Thanks Rossana, we truly had a wonderful time!

    11. Lynn says

      June 9, 2014 at 1:39 am

      Glad you had a wonderful time and I’m looking forward to reading more about your adventure in P.V.

      • Stephanie says

        June 10, 2014 at 12:59 am

        Thank you, can’t wait to tell you all about it!

    12. Brandee H says

      June 9, 2014 at 12:33 am

      We are planning a trip to West Africa. We currently have four countries on our list. Can’t wait to go!!

      • Stephanie says

        June 10, 2014 at 12:58 am

        I love having vacations to look forward to! Happy planning!

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