We don’t need snow. In California our recipe for holiday cheer is a tad different—and warmer. Instead of heading far away to ring in the New Year, spend your holidays by the Bay, basking in the sparkling city lights. Here, giant gingerbread houses, sugarplum fairies, […]
Dallas is the biggest metro in the biggest state where everything is, well, bigger. Packed with family-friendly activities for all ages, the Dallas Metropolitan Area boasts everything from sporting events to amusement parks, museums to medieval shows. Check out our list of the top 10 […]
Wind in your hair, sand between your toes, cocktail in hand; if you’ve been dreaming of a beach getaway on the sunny California Coast, it’s time to pack a bag and head south! Before fall swoops in and cools the coastal town of Newport Beach, […]
While Lodi is one of California’s leading wine regions, we’ve scooted off to the Livermore Valley to trade our coveted glasses of award-winning zinfandel for other red varietals prominent in this AVA, most notably the relatively obscure petite sirah that thrives here. With an array […]
Trade in the hotel for a stunning Northern California B&B Looking for the perfect weekend getaway this summer? Northern Californian bed and breakfasts offer couples the opportunity to visit some of the areas most gorgeous surroundings with accommodations that feel like home. Skip the standard […]
Summer is almost here, and the time for travel is upon us! You’ve survived this wet winter, and are ready to catch some serious rays and enjoy your perfect vacation. For some, it’s all about R&R (rest and relaxation), for others, adventure, for many more, […]
With a motto like “Keep Portland Weird,” it should be no surprise to visitors just how diverse the city is. Set atop the Columbia and Willamette rivers, shadowed by the perpetually snow-capped Mount Hood, Portland combines sparkling natural beauty with gritty big-city vibes. As promised, […]
In San Joaquin County, adventure is as close as our own backyard. No need to hop on a plane, bus, or train; instead check out these ten destinations that require little more than a single tank of gas. Point Reyes (135 mi.) When you’re jonesing […]
A trip to New Orleans has been on my bucket list for years. Bursting with flavor in the form of scrumptious French-Inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine, local haunts, live jazz, and street performers—the Big Easy knows how to “Laissez Les bons temps rouler!” (Let the […]
In a world focused on accomplishments, it’s easy to adopt a go-go-go mentality, but it’s impossible to live a life always on overdrive. Instead of deeming relaxation time wasted, see it as a necessary break to refocus mind, body, and soul before returning refreshed to […]
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