by Doug | Nov 21, 2014 | Travel
In all our travels, we’d never done the “all-inclusive” resort scene before. That changed with our latest trip to Mexico. We spent five luxurious days at Grand Velas Riviera Maya and couldn’t have been more impressed. Grand Velas Riviera Maya Something tells you...
by Doug | Nov 21, 2014 | Travel
Playa del Carmen is a popular vacation destination on the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico with a number of cruise ships stopping here each year. Ferries also make routine crossings from here to Cozumel. One of the most popular tourist attractions just south of town is...
by Doug | Nov 19, 2014 | Tech, Gadgets & Gear
Originally posted November 2014. A reader comments below that the specs have changed. Free phone calls are always good – especially if you are nearing the limit of your phone minutes. Even better are free phone calls from international destinations back to the...
by Doug | Nov 17, 2014 | Past, Tech, Gadgets & Gear
Can we keep a secret here? It’s a bit of a love affair. You know, the kind your wife just wouldn’t understand. It actually started two years ago when I first laid hands on this sweet little orange cutie called Yoga. It started in Vegas (doesn’t everything) when we...
by Doug | Nov 17, 2014 | Tech, Gadgets & Gear
The winter weather forecast for 2014/2015 looks like it could be another big chill. Polar vortex or not, it’s best to be bundled up when you venture forth. “But not those scratchy long-johns” you whine. Not if you’re wearing the latest, maybe the most upscale set of...