As I stood in our living room, Dina handed me a cup of coffee and asked, “Shoes?” “Yup,” I replied, already mentally preparing for my trip. “Camera?” Dina asked, her brow slightly furrowed. “Got it,” I said, feeling a sense of relief that I hadn’t forgotten the one thing I always seemed to forget. Our…
We stepped off the plane and into the warm Cancun air, Violet and I weaving our way through the airport crowds as we made our way to customs. I’d been looking forward to this vacation for weeks, and I was excited to finally relax with my friends and Violet. “Hey Luke!” Jacob called out, striding…
Tahiti, a tropical paradise, had been the ultimate dream vacation for me. The two-week trip had been a last-minute, all-expenses-paid getaway, courtesy of a discounted deal my travel agent had landed for me. With a valid passport and unused vacation time, I had seized the opportunity to indulge in the island’s luxuries and experiences. By…
I’d always been one to follow my whims, and my latest impulsive decision was to book a spontaneous holiday to Tenerife. It had been over a decade since I’d last taken a proper break, so I was excited to indulge in some much-needed relaxation. After landing in Puerto del los Americas, I was immediately swept…
As the plane touched down at O’Hare, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of excitement and trepidation. I was headed to Chicago, and then on to Iowa to see an old friend, and occasional lover, Linda. It had been four years since we last saw each other, and I wasn’t sure if we still…
I still remember the day I bought two tickets to Metallica’s concert in Sacramento, a Tuesday evening event. It was a two-hour drive from my hometown, and I knew I couldn’t make it back late and be at work the next day. I planned on taking a friend with me, but my wife surprised me…
Our decision to take a vacation had been a long time coming. With graduation looming, we both felt the need to unwind and enjoy each other’s company in a beautiful setting. Bermuda, with its pristine beaches and turquoise waters, seemed like the perfect destination. “I’m so excited to be here, Patrick,” Pru said, her eyes…
As I settled into my last night home before departing for China, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of longing. The thought of being away from Ashleigh and Renee for an extended period was daunting, but I knew that our relationship would continue to blossom in my absence. We spent the evening making love,…
Alice and I had been holidaying together for several years, twice a year we would escape to Europe for a week to soak up the sun and leave our hectic jobs behind. We both shared a love for relaxation and the freedom to be ourselves in each other’s company. I’m a tall brunette, with a…
Violet and I had finally arrived back home in San Diego after an unforgettable week in Cancun. As I loaded the last of our bags into the shuttle headed to the airport, I couldn’t help but feel a pang of sadness. Our fantastic week had come to an end, and it was time to say…