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Is Explora Journeys the Best Luxury Cruise Line for Your Next Vacation? Here's My Experience and Review
Read my review of Explora Journeys, one of my favorite luxury cruise experiences ever. Amazing food, service, and accommodations.
Jonathan Pilkington
Jun 25, 20247 min read
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Wellness & Coastal Grandmothers?
While listening to a recent podcast about wellness travel, the guest mentioned the idea of “coastal grandmother.” Oddly, I related to the...
Jonathan Pilkington
Jul 22, 20222 min read
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The Traveling Tenor
Entrepreneurs tend to say "you are the brand," so by intentionally combining the two sides of my career, I will be more authentic.
Jonathan Pilkington
Jun 27, 20213 min read
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5 Reasons a River Cruise is a Fabulous Idea in 2021
River cruises offer a luxury travel experience in the comfort of a ship that takes passengers to a number of ports in Europe, USA, or Asia!
Jonathan Pilkington
May 11, 20213 min read
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Why Le Blanc Spa Resort is My Favorite Adults Only All Inclusive Resort (2024 Update)
Based on my visits (and reputations) to Le Blanc Cancun and Los Cabos, as well as other adults only all inclusives, Le Blanc is my favorite
Jonathan Pilkington
Apr 5, 20217 min read
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Why I'm Going to Mexico Again During COVID
In 2020, I traveled to Mexico twice--once to Cancun and once to Cabo. Both times, I had wonderful experiences and had opportunities to visit
Jonathan Pilkington
Feb 26, 20213 min read
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2022 Bucket List Cruise: Athens to Dubai!
Did you even know that you can cruise from Athens to Dubai? Not only does this cruise check off so many bucket list destinations...
Jonathan Pilkington
Dec 17, 20202 min read
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5 Reasons a Travel Advisor Beats DIY
People are steadily learning that a travel advisor is better than DIY. This is not your grandmother's travel agent!
Jonathan Pilkington
Sep 14, 20204 min read
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Cancun During COVID, Part 3: Palmaïa--The House of Aïa
Palmaïa--The House of Aïa: This is the final post in a 3-part series about my August 2020 trip to Cancun, Mexico during the COVID pandemic.
Jonathan Pilkington
Sep 12, 202010 min read
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Time for a Reset?
I can imagine that would like to press the reset button on 2020! Since that’s not possible, we can find our own reset button through safe tr
Jonathan Pilkington
Aug 17, 20202 min read
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August 2020 Cancun Trip Preview!
Now that we are nearing the end of summer, although the world is forever changed and still in the midst of a pandemic, we are figuring out
Jonathan Pilkington
Aug 3, 20205 min read
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The 2020 Road Trip Reset
I must begin by saying that I take Coronovirus very seriously. When I'm home, I stay home, except to buy groceries or meet friends in very s
Jonathan Pilkington
Jul 24, 20207 min read
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Pandemic Beach Trip: What It's Like
I recently visited The Henderson Beach Resort. Read on for my review, as well as how it was to travel during a pandemic.
Jonathan Pilkington
Jun 17, 20206 min read
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Traveling With Your Nose (without leaving the house)
When I am able to travel again, I will pay more attention to the scents I experience. "Scent can be the best souvenir of all"
Jonathan Pilkington
Apr 21, 20205 min read
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Cruising & Corona: The Pilkington Perspective
Cruises are not festering cesspools of disease. Consider a river or ocean cruise, and use a travel advisor!
Jonathan Pilkington
Mar 10, 20202 min read
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Early Booking & Sustainability
Wow, 1 week until Christmas! If you’re still shopping (I am), travel is an excellent alternative to typical gift giving! Below, find...
Jonathan Pilkington
Dec 17, 20192 min read
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Celebration Travel & Staycations!
Celebration Travel is any travel that you do to celebrate a special occasion: Honeymoons, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Holidays, or just...
Jonathan Pilkington
Nov 27, 20191 min read
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Monday Travel Minute 11/19/19
What’s exciting in travel today? If you are reading this, thank you! My aim in this post is to inform you of different things I can...
Jonathan Pilkington
Nov 19, 20192 min read
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#TravelTipTuesday: Why you should travel in a group (even a group of strangers)!
Want a free trip? Book a group with your favorite travel advisor! Cruise lines, in particular love groups, and there are very nice...
Jonathan Pilkington
Sep 24, 20192 min read
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Intentional Work in Music & Travel
You might say that I have entered the “gig economy” in my own way. I am a freelance voice teacher, singer, and travel advisor. I love all...
Jonathan Pilkington
Sep 13, 20193 min read
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