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…
When You Can’t Get To Spain–A Tour of La Española Meats
Have you ever visited a new country, fallen in love with the food, and then returned home to search for your newest favorite cuisine? Jason and I have done this…
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…
Snowshoeing Park City
I was invited to Park City with a group of friends and eagerly accepted since I had never been here before. But if you’re like me and no longer downhill…
How To Spend A Day in LA
Los Angeles is 503 square miles, so exploring this dynamic city could take a lifetime. But for anyone with limited time, I hope these three options will provide some things…
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…