Team USA Athlete · Photographer · CS & CE, FAU
Hi, I’m Bea.
Explorer of hidden gems & places that stay with you long after you leave.
About Me
From Cuba to the World — One Destination at a Time
Hi, I’m Beatriz — and welcome to Bea Destinations. I built this space to share the kind of travel that stays with you: slow enough to notice the details, honest enough to tell you what didn’t work, and deep enough to actually help you plan. Not a highlight reel. A real guide.
I was born in Cuba, come from Spanish roots, and have called Florida home since 2014. Those layered cultures shaped the way I travel — curious, open, and always drawn to places with character.
By the Numbers
A Journey in Figures
Bea Destinations continues to grow with every trip — here’s a snapshot of where we stand.
18
Countries Visited
From the Caribbean to Europe and across Latin America
32K
Words Written
Destination guides, travel stories, and itinerary breakdowns
10
Posts Published
And growing — with new destinations added regularly
How I Travel
Every Place Leaves an Impression
Bea Destinations began as a passion project — a place to document my travels and creative perspective through photography and storytelling. Over time, it grew into a platform where I share destination guides, travel inspiration, and experiences designed to help you see the world beyond the highlights.
I’m constantly chasing hidden gems, scenic viewpoints, and those quiet in-between moments that don’t always make it into traditional travel guides — but end up being the most meaningful.
Photography
Capturing the World as It Actually Is
Photography plays a huge role in how I travel. I’m always paying attention to light, movement, and the small details that give a place its character — the kind of things you notice when you slow down and really take it all in.
For me, photos aren’t just about how something looks. They’re about holding onto a moment — the atmosphere, the feeling, and the energy of a place at that exact time.
A Few Things That Shape How I Travel
Beyond the Blog
I work remotely as a System Admin and Manager, with a double bachelor’s degree in Computer Science & Computer Engineering from Florida Atlantic University. That flexibility has allowed me to travel more often and build a lifestyle where exploration fits naturally into everyday life.
I’m also an athlete and play right wing for the Team USA Women’s Handball National Team. Competing internationally was one of the first things that truly opened my eyes to the world — and helped shape my love for movement, culture, and global connection.
Tech & Remote Work
System Admin & Manager with a dual degree in CS & Computer Engineering from FAU — tech powers the freedom to travel.
Team USA Women’s Handball Athlete
Right wing for Team USA Women’s Handball National Team — sport was the first thing that opened my eyes to the world. Read where the team has taken me.
Photography-Led Travel
Every destination is experienced through a lens — finding light, composition, and moments that truly capture the soul of a place.
Let’s Connect
Let’s Explore the World Together
At its core, Bea Destinations is about showing up to a place fully — camera in hand, itinerary drafted, and completely open to the unexpected. I’m so glad you found your way here.