Taking a road trip along the west coast gives you the perfect opportunity to visit San Francisco; one of the most recognizable cities in the country thanks to the Golden Gate Bridge. During our one night stop over we had dinner with friends, walked across the bridge, and had an amazing stay at the newly …
Our first stop on our Northern California road trip was for the Redwood National & State Forest. I’ve been to this part of California three times now, and every time I’m amazed at the beauty and size of these trees. Coastal redwoods can be found from southern Oregon into California. I recommend two specific stops …
Earlier this month we took advantage of Seattle Museum Month and planned a teen staycation in Seattle. Our weekend in Seattle was filled with sightseeing around many of the popular downtown attractions, getting an up-close look at how glass art is made, and enjoying some new restaurants we hadn’t tried before. Thank you to Visit …
If you’re planning a trip to Seattle in February, I have got a huge tip that will save you money on your tickets to local museums. You’ll be able to get into places like Chihuly Garden and Glass, the Seattle Aquarium, and MoPop for HALF-PRICE! To celebrate the ending of the first semester and to …
Looking for a great city escape for your next couple’s getaway? Nashville, Tennessee is a fabulous destination to plan your next romantic escape. Plan a trip filled with delicious food, welcoming hotels, and plenty of Nashville attractions to keep you entertained over the weekend. Best of all, it’s perfect for a 3-day car-free weekend! I …
Are you considering planning a girls’ trip to the southwest? There’s a little town in Texas that deserves to be on your list based on my recent fabulous getaway with my best friend. If you’re up for adventure with a margarita on the side, here’s your guide to the best things to do in El …
Are you searching for gorgeous landscapes, wildlife, and crystal-clear mountain lakes? I can say that you’ll certainly find it in northwest Montana. Even if you only have a day to spend while driving through, here are the best things to do in Glacier National Park. I recently partnered with Visit Montana on a five-day trip …
Many west coaster childhoods include a visit to Disneyland. Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, Mickey’s Fun Wheel, and Dole Whips delight adults and kids alike at the resort. Our own family has spent many vacations hopping back and forth from Disneyland and the Disney California Adventure Park. One of the reasons I love Disneyland is because you …
I admit that when I first moved to the west coast from the midwest I pictured California as the home of Mickey Mouse and blonde-headed beaches. Now that I’m coming up on 17 years of calling the west coast home, I’ve had the opportunity to discover some amazing vacation spots in California I had no …
Enjoying palm trees overhead and grass skirts rustling while listening to music and folklore of the Hawaiian people. This is what a many picture when they think of a luau in Hawaii. Our family experienced the new Disney Aulani luau, KA WA’A, on our recent trip. If you’re looking for an Oahu luau, KA WA’A …
I’ll admit, I’ve been wanting to go Utah to visit some of their amazing national parks. With a trip to Vegas in the books for January it got me wondering what sort of things there are to do around Zion National Park in the winter. Did you know St. George, Utah is only about 90 …
California is an amazing state. There’s a huge variety of landscapes and activities, you can go surfing and skiing on the same day. And the sights you can see are truly breathtaking. Tall, tall trees, rugged coastline, and of course a few glasses of wine. When making a list of things to do don’t miss …