Travel Outside of the Box

I know when people see the word "jetsetera" they immediately think luxury, bottle service, all-out glamour, room service, five-star hotels, champagne wishes and caviar dreams. I fully admit that I do appreciate the finer things in life, but the need for constant variety always takes over and often trips are off the beaten path. Sometimes waaay off the path.

The other day, a friend asked me what was the best hotel I have ever stayed in. Thoughts of the perfect Plaza Athenee in Paris, The...