When packing up and taking a trip to Denmark is out of the question, why not consider taking a gorgeous ride up The California Coast to see luscious beaches in Ventura, beautiful California poppies along the 101, and grab some great food on State Street […]
In addition to the fantastic reggae concert with UB40 at Pala Casino Spa and Resort last month, I was thrilled to do an overnight stay with Horsing Around in LA where I got to discover just how special and unique Pala’s resort truly is for […]
(This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NatureMadeHealthPack #CollectiveBias Please note, this blog does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with your healthcare practitioner.) This week marks the beginning of easily […]
While some may recall Paso Robles, California and its surrounding areas as not much more than cattle ranches and agricultural life, think again. Much like nearby Santa Maria, Paso Robles has come into the wine and travel scene with a vengeance with an adorable downtown, […]
Life is funny sometimes. Growing up, I lived on California’s Central Coast for quite a few years (Solvang, in particular). While I felt like there was not much to do living there, I especially did not think much of nearby Santa Maria. About an hour […]
(Editor’s Note: Since the publishing of this story, the Oaks at Ojai has closed their doors. Please enjoy these fond memories I made there. -Mary) When I was invited to experience the Oaks at Ojai, I felt like that cliché blogger from Los Angeles. Heading […]
Along on our recent NorCal weekend trek that took us to Thomas Hill and Linn’s, another highlight was my invite to at last visit the Hearst Castle. Being a California native, it’s a bit embarrassing that the castle has been on my to-do list FOREVER. […]
During my time living in the Santa Ynez Valley, I always loved any chance I got to head to Cambria. Cambria is 30 miles north of San Luis Obispo, and 230 miles south from San Francisco. A humble, small town, Cambria is known for their […]
A term I have noticed suddenly coming to the front burner is “Farm to Table” dining. This means that your meal is sourced from locally grown (usually organic) produce and locally raised meats. I find it especially exciting when your dish is from right outside […]
So, it is the final week of 2016. Where did the year go?! It feels like yesterday that I was scrambling to decide on a good word for the new year. And, well, friends, nothing has changed in that department and I only just chose […]
Having stayed at some of fantastic hotels throughout California, I thought I had an accurate idea of what to expect when staying at a luxury resort. Little did I know that when I pulled into The Fairmont Grand Del Mar, I was about to be […]
When it comes to zoo’s, I am always torn. While I fiercely will not support any circus featuring animals, I do not feel as harsh when supporting most zoo’s. So, when we were down in the South earlier in the Fall, the opportunity came up […]
