Ten Orange County Museums You Should Visit
Usually when I think of museums, its the big and famous ones that come to mind; American Museum of Natural History in New York, Art Institute in Chicago, and The…
More Ways to Spend 2 Days in Los Angeles
My list of things to do in Los Angeles is never ending (as you might have noticed from this article or this article.) Just as I think I’ve seen it…
Exploring the Eastern Sierras
After five days of exploring the Eastern Sierras, Jason and I had only scratched the surface. We visited museums, national historic sites, and a wide range of natural wonders, yet…
Eastern Sierra Hiking–Our Favorite Scenic Trails
It’s hard to believe that Jason and I have lived in California for over three decades and just recently made our first trip to the Eastern Sierras and more specifically,…
Weekend in Ojai–The Perfect Getaway
The purpose of our weekend in Ojai was to stay at Caravan Outpost. Ever since Jason had shown me pictures online of this unique “glamping” site I was determined to…
5 Ways to Explore Portland Like a Local
In 2003 the city of Portland adopted the motto, Keep Portland Weird. It’s certainly a great conversation starter since most people don’t know what it means. It was intended to…
West Los Angeles–What to See and Where to Eat
Once upon a time I lived in West Los Angeles. As a result I’m pretty familiar with this part of town that’s known for its high rises, excellent restaurants, and…
Keeping Portland Weird
Maybe you’ve heard of the Portland motto, Keep Portland Weird, and wondered what on earth it meant. Originally created in 2003, it was intended to promote local and small businesses…
5 Reasons to Visit Chicago Now
I grew up in Chicago, so to say that I love this city is an understatement. We moved to California when I was fifteen, and at first our return trips…
Top Sites of Downtown Chicago
“What are we going to do in Chicago?” Jason asked as we were driving to LAX to catch our flight. He knows I love to plan our trips and that…