Let’s Go: California Dreamin’
SANTA CRUZ We kicked off our journey in the coastal city of Santa Cruz. We were charmed by this town’s walkable downtown and historic beach boardwalk. We stayed at the historical West Cliff Inn. The light…
Let’s Go: Escape
Let’s Go: Kanab, Utah
THINGS TO DO BEST FRIENDS OF THE ANIMAL SOCIETY The 4,000-acre Best Friends of the Animal Society touts itself as the largest no-kill animal sanctuary in the United States. It’s also a gorgeous place that we…
Let’s Go: Greater Zion
On a spring trip to Greater Zion (who hosted our trip), we were charmed by the area’s natural beauty and plenty of outdoor recreation. GETTING THERE From Sedona, you can drive to Greater Zion in about…
Let’s Go: Newport Beach
On a fall trip to Southern California’s Newport Beach, we quickly fell for this city’s thriving restaurant and hotel scenes, waterfront scenery and high-end shopping. Discover this Southern California city. BALBOA ISLAND Balboa Island is easily…
Let’s Go: Puerto Vallarta
WHERE TO STAY THE WESTIN RESORT & SPA, PUERTO VALLARTA Arriving at The Westin Resort & Spa – one of the properties that hosted us – feels like an event. You’ll spot a cascading waterfall from…
Let’s Go: Nashville
Tennessee’s largest city has played an undeniable role in the history of country music, but has plenty more to offer travelers than its vibrant music scene. Nashville is home to a happening food and drink scene,…
Let’s Go: Discover Culinary Delights in Wisconsin’s Door County
On a trip to Wisconsin’s Door County Peninsula last summer, we quickly fell for the region that’s about a three-hour drive north from Milwaukee. Door County is surrounded by both Lake Michigan and Green Bay –…
Let’s Go: Discover Palm Springs
WHAT TO DO RIDE THE PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY One of the best things to do in Palm Springs is actually to leave it. Drive up long and winding Tramway Road, park in a lot that’s…
Let’s Go: Enjoy the Vines, Wines & Scenery of Sonoma County
Sonoma County is best known as a wine destination. Here’s a smattering of wineries we visited on a trip hosted by Jordan Winery. WINERIES WORTH VISITING Jordan Winery is both wild and refined. During our visit…
Let’s Go: Williams, Arizona
DOWNTOWN WILLIAMS Downtown Williams is teeming with top-notch restaurants and shops and makes for one pleasant stroll. Choice highlights include Pine Country Restaurant. Homemade pies ranging from Key Lime to Triple Layer Chocolate Cake are the…
Let’s Go: Hot Springs, Arkansas
WHAT TO SEE We can’t think of a more perfect way to start your Hot Springs adventure than by strolling downtown along Central Avenue. Walk alongside Bathhouse Row so you can see these charming buildings that…
Let’s Go: Experience the Grand Canyon’s South Rim
THINGS TO SEE The South Rim, essentially, is divided up into three different main “areas.” The first is the Grand Canyon Visitor Center, which is closed as of press time. To the west of the visitor…
Let’s Go: Texas Hill Country
DOWNTOWN FREDERICKSBURG One of our favorite places just might be Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg – just over one hour from San Antonio and about 90 minutes from Austin. We spent most of our time in…
Let’s Go: Utah Ski Resorts
SOLITUDE MOUNTAIN RESORT The centerpiece of Solitude Mountain Resort is its adorable and quaint village that looks like a scene out of a Hallmark movie. The Inn at Solitude is modeled after a Bavarian lodge. You’ll…
Let’s Go: Dining in Sin City
NOBU RESTAURANT A GLAMOROUS AND EVOCATIVE NIGHT ON THE TOWN Dining at the Caesars Palace outpost of Nobu Restaurant allows you to suspend reality. The stylish dining room sets the stage for what will be a…
