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Megan Padilla

Megan Padilla has been writing about destinations worldwide as a freelancer and staff editor for various consumer publications including Islands, Sport Diver, Florida Travel + Life and Orlando Magazine since 2000.

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The Grande Lakes Orlando Waterpark at the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes is exclusive to guests of the JW Marriott and Ritz-Carlton on the sprawling Grande Lakes resort property.

Orlando resort pools give parks a run for their moneyIf a pool is a must for clients who are heading to the theme parks, here are some of Orlando's best resorts to make a splash.

Staff at the Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, where the writer and her family stayed, conduct free guided excursions to see some of the 372 native species found on the 12-acre property.

After a winter of protests, a reopened Peru feels safePeru is trapped in a loop of misinformation, causing even seasoned travelers to believe the country is still under lockdown.

Multicolored umbrellas mark the Confidante Miami Beach's exclusive spot on the sand.

Local flavor a big part of the appeal at the Confidante Miami BeachMiami artists and artisans are showcased at the beachfront property, a former Thompson hotel that is now part of Hyatt's...

The Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Augustine Beach Oceanfront Resort sits just beyond the edge of Anastasia State Park.

Embassy Suites gets the beach vibe just right at new St. Augustine resortWhen it comes to location, ambience and amenities, the beachfront property goes well beyond what you might expect at a typical...

The author's daughter, Ailigh, encounters a dolphin at Discovery Cove.

A wet, wild day at SeaWorld's Discovery CoveA recent visit to the park brought back memories for a longtime diver and created countless new ones for her and her daughter.

Spanish architecture melds with contemporary art in the Alfond Inn's lobby.

Fond memories come rushing back at Alfond Inn's fifth anniversaryA recent visit to the Winter Park property -- part hotel, part art gallery -- brought back a number of cherished memories for...

A Panama City Beach sunset as seen from Schooners' open-air dining room

Plenty of pleasant and peaceful surprises in Panama City BeachOnce an out-of-control spring break destination, the city has worked hard to fix its reputation, and based on a recent March...

The Mansion on Forsyth Park provides elegant surroundings and the flexibility to allow bridal parties to make the property their own.

Mansion on Forsyth Park oozes Southern charmSelecting a destination to say "I do" is kind of like finding the perfect movie location. In Savannah, Ga., couples have 23...

Disney Springs hotel guests gain more park benefitsGuests of the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels now have the same access to Extra Magic Hours as those previously granted...

Hyatt Regency Clearwater wraps up refitThe multimillion-dollar renovation included guestrooms and suites; meetings and event spaces; and public areas.