Articles by Donna Adinolfi

About Donna Adinolfi

Donna Adinolfi is a wellness travel expert, a freelance writer, an award-winning photographer, and the founder/publisher of MindfulAdventures.com. Her 30+ year career includes serving as the Travel & Spa Editor of Balance Magazine as well as planning wellness travel & retreats. An avid fan of the freedom from carrying cash or credit cards, Donna loves to visit all-inclusive wellness resorts in the U.S, and traveling to some of Mexico's and the Caribbean's many all-inclusive resorts several times each year. She's also a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association.

Cheaper Mexico Flights with Millions of Seats?

Posted: August 17, 2018 Donna Adinolfi

I’m not quite sure if margaritas were involved while calculating the addition of ‘millions’ of seats to Mexico, however, TravelPulse doesn’t miss a beat and this was initially reported by the Mexico Tourism Office. This [Read More…]

10 Best All Inclusive Resorts in … St. Lucia

Updated: Jul 9^th, 2024Posted: February 6, 2018 Donna Adinolfi

St. Lucia has something for everyone! Palm tree lined beaches, hiking the Pitons, exploring the lush Rainforest, and an abundance of other relaxing and adventurous activities. The island is only 27-miles long and 14-miles wide [Read More…]

[Smackdown] Hawaii vs. Mexico

Updated: Jun 2^nd, 2022Posted: March 2, 2017 Donna Adinolfi

From leis and luaus to tequila and tamales – both of these tropical destinations may offer everything you want for your dream getaway. Choosing between Hawaii and Mexico for your vacation presents a common debate [Read More…]

Cruise vs. All Inclusive: Which is Best for You?

Updated: Oct 27^th, 2023Posted: December 16, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

You know you’d like to go on a worry-free tropical vacation with everything included. Yet you also want to consider what’s truly included and if it is the best fit for your vacation budget and [Read More…]

Obsessed with your workout? Best All Inclusive Resort Gyms

Updated: Sep 24^th, 2025Posted: October 28, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

Vacations are for relaxing. No schedules. No to-do list. For some, it also means no workouts. However, for many travelers (including myself), staying consistent with fitness goals while on vacation is important. Obsessive? Perhaps. Travelers [Read More…]

How to Lose Weight on an All Inclusive Vacation

Updated: Oct 8^th, 2023Posted: October 7, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

Paleo, Keto, Atkins, Weight Watchers, The Zone, Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw Food, Pescatarian…..if you follow any type of restrictive diet these days you likely think “how will I ever stick to this on vacation?“. In a [Read More…]

Could San Carlos, Mexico be next all-inclusive resort mecca?

Updated: Apr 2^nd, 2025Posted: September 19, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

For the first time in 20 years air service will begin between Tucson and the beach town of San Carlos, Sonora, in northern Mexico. Starting next month, the 50-minute flight will operate four days per [Read More…]

Canyon Ranch Lenox is a guest favorite in the Berkshires

Updated: Aug 17^th, 2018Posted: September 12, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

Canyon Ranch Lenox has been a favorite destination spa for many guests for over 25-years. Fitness classes, outdoor activities including kayaking and hiking and a number of wellness-focused spa treatments keep guests returning year after [Read More…]

Finest Playa Mujeres – The Ultimate Kid Friendly All-Inclusive Vacation

Updated: Aug 14^th, 2018Posted: September 10, 2016 Donna Adinolfi

Excellence Group’s Finest Playa Mujeres in Cancun, Mexico offers all-inclusive vacations for children. This family friendly resort is located on an unspoiled beach and offers children dining options, activities and spa options. In addition to [Read More…]