by Darrin Johnson | Nov 16, 2019 | Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Travel
“King Kong ain’t got nothing on me.” Of course no one in their right mind would argue with Denzel Washington, Hollywood’s own melanin ruler of the thespian throne who ferociously delivered the now infamous line in Training Day. For the role which earned him the much...
by Darrin Johnson | Aug 21, 2018 | Lifestyle, Ruelon, Travel
Take me to where the real people are! I say this once I arrive at any new international destination. I don’t however, always accomplish my goal of seeing how the every day locals of any given country actually live outside the illusion of luxurious , Americanized...
by Darrin Johnson | May 24, 2018 | Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Spirituality, Travel
Gut wrenching laughter with friends by poolside bars, creating new connections with vibrant personalities from Canada, England, and Brazil, and anxiously awaiting the opening of beachside jerk chicken huts, may mean that one is on vacation. For many people, this time...
by Darrin Johnson | Feb 23, 2018 | Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Travel
Spring is right around the corner and most of us have already booked some much needed time away from the hustle and bustle. As we take on the daunting task of planning our fun in the sun, here are 5 helpful tips you can use to ensure that your attention to detail post...
by Darrin Johnson | Dec 3, 2017 | Events, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Travel
I can never sleep the night before I am to travel abroad. Double checking my flight status, making sure I’ve packed my flyest gear and necessities, and peeking in the pocket of my duffle bag to ensure my passport is there, all consume me to the point of what I’ve...
by Darrin Johnson | Nov 18, 2017 | Events, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Travel
I will never step foot in Jamaica! There are plenty of beautiful places in the Caribbean that will not only embrace me, but also love me the way I love them. This was my travel declaration towards a country that for many years, I had absolutely no desire to allow my...
by Darrin Johnson | Sep 11, 2017 | Events, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Spirituality, Travel
Can we talk here? I feel the need to channel the legendary Joan Rivers right about now. Although I’m not sure why, her voice popped into my head as I thought about the level of enthusiasm, gratitude, and pride I feel when I talk about the friends in my life, our...
by Darrin Johnson | Jun 30, 2017 | Events, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Spirituality, Travel
There is nothing I detest more than the middle seat on an airplane. I paid for extra leg room on my flight to Puerto Vallarta a few weeks back but I’m still baffled at the idea that most people sitting in the either the window, or aisle seat, are unaware arm rests...
by Darrin Johnson | Jun 12, 2017 | Fashion, Fitness, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ruelon, Sports/Entertainment, Travel
A long time ago in a suburb far away (Long Island), My dad once told me that when it comes to clothes, choose quality over quantity. He went on to add that every man should own a tailored suit, a pair of good black dress shoes, a subtle fragrance, and a good watch. If...
