About two hours north of Santa Barbara is San Luis Obispo (aka SLO), a small city along California’s Central coast (with stunning, green rolling hills and blooming wildflowers following the » Read More
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April 5, 2019
Santa Barbara has often been called The American Riviera, and for good reason: the small, laid-back city is a dream for those wishing days filled with sunshine, walks along the » Read More
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October 3, 2018
There’s no shortage of amazing architecture, sights, foods and sports here in the Windy City. In a few short days, I was able to pack in several of the city’s » Read More
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June 1, 2018
We’ve had our eyes on a few great gifts for Father’s Day this year, including portable tech and skin care. Here’s our annual round-up of gifting ideas for your Dad. » Read More
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December 18, 2017
Our two-week trip to Kauai included few plans: just some well-deserved downtime. But after checking out photos online of the island’s famous Na Pali coastline, we made a point of » Read More
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February 7, 2017
Considered “The Jewel” of San Diego, La Jolla is filled with gorgeous coastline, lush palms and marine life, making it the ideal destination for a long weekend. Whether getting away » Read More
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February 1, 2017
A fair amount of Oakland has undergone a massive revival since my last visit (in the late 1990’s), so much so that a downtown walking tour was high on the » Read More
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January 31, 2017
While most of us head to San Francisco for our foodie fix, did you know that Oakland recently made USA Today’s 10 Best Local Food Scenes? San Francisco chefs have » Read More
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November 16, 2016
If you’re seeking a hotel in the heart of Austin’s lively music scene, the Westin Austin Downtown fits the bill, right across the street from one of the city’s best-loved » Read More
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July 7, 2016
We’re in awe of the amount of natural beauty surrounding Oregon’s Mt. Hood. After spending a week in the area, this is certain to become a return destination for us. » Read More
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March 17, 2016
Our final days on the Big Island are spent at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, a luxury resort on the Kohala coast. Upon check in, we’re greeted at the front desk » Read More
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April 24, 2015
If you’re headed to Phoenix and want to feel pampered, the iconic Arizona Biltmore is a special place to hang your hat for a few days. Meandering through the expansive » Read More
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April 23, 2015
Candy-coloured walls of apple green, pink, and baby blue greet me upon my first entry into a room with a pink door at The Saguaro Scottsdale, in sharp contrast to » Read More
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April 8, 2015
Twin Peaks, the cult TV series from the early 90’s, may be a distant memory for many David Lynch fans, but it’s fresh as a slice of cherry pie in » Read More
