Growing up, I always thought of Hard Rock as the restaurant my family and I would eat at while on vacation — you know, the one with old guitars and …

Throughout my time in the travel industry, I have met a lot of different people and travelers. And while I truly believe that every human is unique, the truth is …

1. BeachMasters are not your average travel agents We call ourselves BeachMasters because we specialize in beach vacations — and that’s it. You won’t find the typical “Jack of All …

No destination in Mexico or the Caribbean quite compares to Puerto Vallarta. Lush mountains spotted with quaint villas and resorts kiss the golden sands and tepid waters. The city is rich with culture …

It’s finally here! The months of wedding planning are complete and the best part of getting married is right around the corner — the honeymoon. And, after making one decision …

1. Diversity in Topography From destinations of arid desert trimmed by the Pacific, to lush tropical foliage turned into powdery white sand and the Caribbean — Mexico offers its guests …

I’ll leave you with this quote from our BeachMaster, Matt. “Secrets the Vine is like that fancy party you always wanted to go to but never got an invite because …

Costa Rica is a small country in Central America known for its lush jungles and surfing. It is quickly becoming a top tourist destination for those who have an adventurous heart. …

Vacations beckon guests to let go and relax — but sometimes the preparation itself can induce a wave of stress. So, how do you avoid that stress and instead start …

Questions are piling up after a series of bizarre American deaths that have taken place throughout the Dominican Republic. As a company concerned with your travel safety, we are here …

I’m pretty sure Hawaii is on everyone’s bucket list. With its deep blue waters, moss-covered mountains, lush tropical forests and rich culture, there really isn’t anything not to like about …

As travel agents here at BlueSun Vacation, we get the privilege of touring resorts all over the Caribbean and Mexico. We get to see properties with our own eyes, taste …

From Ocho Rios to Negril, each of the Couples oceanfront resorts is the ultimate setting for unforgettable, made-for-two memories. Whether it’s another round of golf, an extra splash of rum …

This is Dale and Tyler. They’re both influencers and photographers from Fayetteville, Arkansas — aka, our hometown! About a month ago, we sent them on an All Inclusive honeymoon to …

About a month ago, we sent two local influencers and photographers, Dale and Tyler, on their honeymoon to the luxurious El Dorado Maroma. Just look at how cute they are! …

Since I work at in the travel industry, I’ve been to a lot — and I mean a lot — of resorts. And since I’ve been to so many resorts, I’ve gotten pretty …

Long story short — Reflect Krystal Grand in Los Cabos is one of the most stunning resorts I’ve ever seen. Not only is it sit beachfront on the stunning Sea …

We all live on this big round thing called Earth — right? And as far as I know, it’s our job to protect it. So, whether you’re at home, at …

We all live on this big round thing called Earth — right? And as far as I know, it’s our job to protect it. So, whether you’re at home, at …

The best part of any beach vacation is — you guessed it — the beach! Minus all of the pampering you get while visiting your resort, sitting in a lounge …

Situated on the white sands of Bavaro Beach, Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro is a tranquil, luxurious Adults-Only getaway. With its clean, luxurious, Spanish-inspired architecture and decor, amazing food and drink, …

Let’s be honest — this is most of us. 11 Signs You’re a Beach Addict: 1. “The only real vacation is a beach vacation.”   2. Sand You find sand …

You, your loved one and the beach — if that’s not the recipe for romance, I don’t know what is! However, there are times when it takes a bit more heat to rekindle the …

According to psychological research done at Cornell University and San Francisco State, experiences make people happier than possessions. The glimmer and initial pleasure of purchasing a new possession fades in a matter …

It’s December, it’s cold… I hate it. So, my tactic for defeating the cold and seasonal depression is staring longingly at pictures of the beach while imagining I’m sipping on …

Honestly, the only reason you need to visit Puerto Vallarta in the winter is that it’s cold here and it’s warm there. Buuut, if you really need more convincing, I …

I don’t know about you, but the beach is one of my all-time favorite places. Not only is it incredibly beautiful and relaxing, but it allows me to escape the …

Let’s be real here. One of the best parts of a beach vacation is the drinks. Something about being near the ocean makes us feel like we deserve significantly more …

Being overworked, overstressed and overcommitted is, unfortunately, the American way. But, that doesn’t mean it’s the best way. A 2013 study found that women who vacation twice a year have …

If you’re a frequent beach-goer like myself, there are a few issues that you probably run into during your visits. From sand, to sunburns, to sand, to other people, to …

I don’t know about you, but I’m seriously addicted to my phone. Like, when there’s even five seconds of silence or downtime, I subconsciously turn to my Instagram or Facebook …

It’s a crazy world we live in. There’s constant noise, constant pressure, constant comparison and constant stress, and it’s easy to forget to actually take care of and invest in …

10 Things You Only Do When You’re On Vacation: 1. Switch that weekday alarm to OFF.  via GIPHY 2. Get sandy with your morning cup of joe. Take the sweet caffeinated …

In my mind, there’s nothing quite like a good mojito. I don’t know why, but anytime I’m drinking one, I feel immediately relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated — probably because it immediately transports …

Did you know that the average u.s. employee (who receives paid vacation) only takes half of those days? Chances are you are exhausted, stressed and overworked. If you can identify …

One of my favorite things about preparing for a trip or vacation is planning out the outfits. Especially if I’m headed to the beach or somewhere warm and tropical, I …

In my mind, there’s nothing quite like a good margarita. I don’t know why, but anytime I’m drinking one, I feel immediately relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated — probably because it …

Honestly, I love swimsuit season. I don’t know if it’s because I spend the months of October through May freezing cold or because I hate the restriction of clothes, but …

In my mind, Twitter is the most underappreciated and underutilized social media platform we have. For one thing, it’s completely unfiltered. For two, no one cares about aesthetics — think …

I don’t know about you, but I’m definitely happiest when I’m at the beach. There’s just something about laying on warm sand while listening to waves crash, birds chirp and …

In an ideal world, I would be sitting on the beach 365 days a year. But, since I live in land-locked Arkansas and have a full-time job, that’s not really a possibility. Thankfully, …

When I go to the beach, I like to dress the part. You know, flowy dresses, printed pants, fun tops, straw hats — basically, all the stuff I don’t typically …

I think we can all agree that no trip to the beach is complete without a little music. I mean, it’s basic scientific fact that there’s nothing sweeter or more magical than the …

I don’t know if you’re like this, but it typically takes me the first couple days of vacation to fully relax. For some reason, even if I’m sitting in paradise, …

Oceans and beaches attract tourists like magnets. Families, honeymooners, beach bums and thrill-seekers alike flock the ocean’s shore to enjoy a wide-range of activities like sunbathing, surfing, beach volleyball and …

In an ideal world, I would be sitting on the beach 365 days a year. But, since I live in land-locked Arkansas and have a full-time job, that’s not really …

It’s 2018, and leisure travel is at an all-time high. What used to be an activity for affluent families with a lot of money, has become one of the most …

I don’t know about you, but I love to travel. It doesn’t matter if I’m headed to the beach or the mountains or the city or the suburbs, as long as I’m visiting …

I’ll start this off by saying that my two greatest passions in life are travel and movies. Not only do they both provide me with opportunities to learn about other …

Travel is one of my all-time favorite things. But, because I have a job, responsibilities, etc., I only get to do it a few times a year — if that. Because …

I don’t know about you, but I hate the process of buying Valentine’s Day gifts. Not only is it expensive, but it’s time consuming, stress-invoking and, more times than not, …

If you’re a woman of any age, height, weight, size or shape, you know that finding the right swimsuit is hard — like, really hard. And, when preparing to visit the beach …

Though I honestly love digital photo-sharing platforms like Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat, I severely miss the age of printed pictures. But, let’s be honest, there’s no way I’m going to …

On the last day of my most recent trip to Mexico, I took the time to indulge in some authentic street tacos — and it was honestly life-changing. While at …

Let’s cut to the chase. It’s cold. Whether it’s -12 degrees in Chicago or sunny cardigan-weather in Florida, the winter time always makes warm breezy summer nights and swimsuits feel …

One of my least favorite things is getting off the plane for vacation (or even work) and being dog tired. I’ve been a butt-crack-of-dawn flyer for something like 10 years …

Travel is one of my all-time favorite things. But, because I have a job, responsibilities, etc., I only get to do it a few times a year — if that. …

We all have that person in our life who’s constantly daydreaming about white-sand beaches and bright blue waters. And, really — who can blame them? Not only is the beach …

This month at BlueSun, we’re having a company-wide challenge called “AwesomeVember” where it’s all about maintaining a healthy mind, body and spirit. One element of this theme has been different …

I can’t say that I’ve ever actively wondered how starfish walk, but I ran across a video of one doing so last night — and it’s crazy. If I’m being …

Since I live in land-locked Arkansas, I only make it to the ocean a couple times a year — if that. Because of this, it’s on my bucket list to …

Relaxation can be hard to come by, especially when the cold weather starts to move in and schedules get packed. I usually start to get FOMO (fear of missing out) …

When I’m at an All Inclusive, I spend 99.9 percent of my time under beach cabanas. In my mind, there’s something so relaxing and luxurious about lounging underneath a thatched …

Although Mexico and the Caribbean are both beautiful and incredible vacation destinations, they aren’t the only destinations we book here at BlueSun Vacations — we also offer packages to the …

In my experience, traveling tends to evoke all kinds of tourist-y behaviors — like, in a bad way. From gawking, to the jaywalking, to the prolific selfie-taking, it seems like …

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Everyone’s different when it comes to how they beach. However…there are a few things that we can probably ALL relate to, such as sandy everything, sunburns on the first day, …

These days, it seems like there’s a new “must-have” hair product released every week. Right when you think you’re following the best routine, you’re told there’s a better option. Add …

There’s no doubt about it — beach weddings are the way to go. From the ocean wave and blue sky backdrop, to the decor, to the perfect lighting — everything …

I have always struggled with sunscreen. I hate the way it smells, I hate that it’s slimy, I hate that I have to reapply it every couple hours and I …

True or False: 1. Have you caught yourself in the last month following more and more travel accounts on social media? 2. Do you spend the majority of your time …

I don’t know about you, but I love to travel. It doesn’t matter if I’m headed to the beach or the mountains or the city or the suburbs, as long …

Earlier this year, I visited Secrets Wild Orchid on the stunning island of Jamaica. While there, I swam in the ocean, enjoyed a catamaran ride, took a lot of naps …

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In this day and age, there can be a lot of negativity and disagreements when it comes to the Internet world. So many topics, so many opinions, so little time. …

I’m honestly not sure why pretty nails at the beach are a thing — but I love it. via GIPHY Not only do they make me feel confident and beautiful, …

Nothing is better than the feeling of packing light and efficient. However, nothing is worse than forgetting that one item of clothing that would have truly made your vacation ensemble …

Have you ever wondered what trendy pool float you are? Well, we’re here to help! Oh, and we’ll reveal one fun fact about you. Image Source: @letsfloatsg Instagram

Unless you live under a rock, you’ve probably noticed that food, mystical creature and drink-inspired pool floats have absolutely taken over the summer. Like, you can’t visit a pool, lake …

Unfortunately, we can’t all be at the beach all the time — but we can transport ourselves there. As someone who lives in land-locked Arkansas, I often crave the saltiness, …

Summer is one of my favorite seasons because there’s always an occasion appropriate for a refreshing drink. We talk a lot about tasty beachy drinks over here at BlueSun and …

It’s obvious that here at BlueSun, we are pretty big fans of the beach, which wouldn’t exist without the great wide ocean itself. The beloved, luxurious resorts we know, love, …

Thankfully, one-piece bathing suits have made their way back into the realm of fashionable swimwear. I don’t know about you, but I’ve been waiting for this to happen since — oh, I …

I don’t know about you, but when I return home from the beach, I go through an intense vacation hangover. Right when I step foot into land-locked Arkansas (my home), …

1, Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana — Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Surrounded by gorgeous beaches, a majestic turquoise sea, lovely pools and lush tropical gardens, this Dreams resort has just about everything you …

Here at BlueSun, we pride ourselves on being able to genuinely refer to our BeachMasters as just that. We’ve truly hit the jackpot over the last few years in building …

Beaches attract tourists like magnets. Families, honeymooners, beach bums and thrill-seekers alike flock the ocean’s shore to enjoy a wide-range of activities like sunbathing, surfing, beach volleyball and more. But, as …

I always put travel accessories on the back burner when I travel, until I realize that organization would make my life so much easier and give me an opportunity to …

When it comes to vacationing, there’s no one-size-fits-all formula. What one person finds fun and relaxing, may seem stressful, tiring or downright unappealing to someone else. For example, I like to …

Here at BlueSun, we pride ourselves on being able to genuinely refer to our BeachMasters as just that. We’ve truly hit the jackpot over the last few years in building …

I recent had the pleasure of visiting the beautiful destination of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. While there, I got to tour various resorts, one of which was AM Resorts’ Now Onyx — one …

We all know that social media lies,  right? Even though we see intimate (edited, cropped and staged) photos of a person’s life through Facebook and Instagram, that doesn’t mean we know …

I don’t know about you, but I’m a chronic over-packer. Like, even if I’m headed to the beach for a mere three days, I like to pack 10 bathing suits, …

When I return home from the beach, I like to elongate my vacation-high for as long as possible. For me, that process includes baths with bath bombs, a little bit of self tanner, …

Let’s be real here. One of the best parts of a beach vacation is the drinks. Something about being near the ocean makes us feel like we deserve significantly more …

One of my favorite things about going to an All Inclusive  is the spa. I mean, just look at the one at Secrets The Vine Cancun: Everything about it — …

It’s that time of year again. Spring weather has sprung and you’ve gotten the itch to be outside all the time.   Too bad you’re most likely a real-life adult …

No matter how many days I spend at the beach or how many hours I spend by the pool, I always seem to lose my tan approximately 11 seconds after arriving home. I …

Summer is almost here, which means it’s officially beach-waves season! If you’re not lounging on the ocean-front somewhere, creating those perfectly loose, beach-like curls can be a little daunting. But, with …

This may seem weird to some people, but I absolutely love travel days. In my mind, they either indicate something exciting (like a trip) or something comforting (like returning home). And …

I don’t think I’ve ever met a person who doesn’t like (read: live for) vacations — and for good reason. Vacations not only provide you with rest and relaxation while you’re there, but …

Packing for the beach is hard — there’s no getting around it. From the clothes, to the bathing suits, to the skin care, to the lip balm, there’s a lot …

I think we can all agree that no trip to the beach is complete without a little music. I mean, it’s basic scientific fact that there’s nothing sweeter or more magical …

We all know that feeling when you’ve consumed enough food to make a food baby in your tummy. While at my All Inclusive, I truly embrace the “all” part of …

In my mind, celebrities set the pace for what’s cool, trendy and acceptable to wear each season. Especially when summer rolls around, the socialites and famous people of Hollywood bombard …

When I’m at the beach, I like to keep my outfits, makeup and hairstyles simple. In my mind, there’s no real point in spending hours on my look when I’m going …

I don’t know about you, but vacations are the best part of my year (read: life). Like, I honestly love my every day life — the routine, my friends, my …

There’s no question that finding a affordable bathing suits (that isn’t made out of paper) is hard. Today, it seems like if you want something flattering, comfortable, and made well, you …

A romantic getaway is about reconnecting with the one you love. Maybe you’ve been swamped at work or you know you need some space from the kiddos. Regardless, a beach …

If you’re a woman of any age, height, weight, size or shape, you know that finding the right bathing suit is hard — like, really hard. And, when preparing to …

Winter Blues Got You Down? This past week has been cold, drizzly, and cloudy every single day. The “winter blues” are real folks. Elvis knew it, we all know it. It …

Cyber Monday has us like Because who doesn’t love saving big on something you love the most? Read below to find out why we’re thankful for the beach & how …

Obviously, you’re going to an All Inclusive resort so you can enjoy everything the beach has to offer, but did you know there’s fun to be had off-property as well? …

Labor Day – that blessed time of year that comes every Monday to break up the norm of the eight to five grind.  Maybe you semi-recently returned from a glorious summer vacation …

Kinda harsh, I know, but if you’ve felt the post-trip woes of returning from vacation, and waking up Monday to work, then you know the feeling. Settling back into reality …

“It’s the freaking weekend.” A common phrase heard around every American cubicle come 4:59 pm every Friday afternoon. YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO INTO WORK TOMORROW!