Beaches
The Real Life of La Jolla
here it was, a real-life La Jolla moment. I could stay all day and watch, but I felt like momma wanted her privacy. She will be a great caregiver to her baby I’m sure. Did you know that baby sea lions memorize their momma’s bark? The barking all sounded the same to me, but even each sea lion is unique. This is their place, and we were just visiting.
I felt honored just to see this special moment and connect with the land and nature. When we ask, "Is There More To Life?" these are the moments we are looking for. The real moments that make up our lives.
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Huzzah! The Renaissance Pleasure Faire!
Huzzah! At the Renaissance Pleasure Faire where I have cinnamon sugar stuck to my...
Road Trips
California by Way of Cleveland, The Gentleman Racer
Note from Editor-in-Chief: As we share our stories, we have been fortunate to meet others along and they have shared their stories with us as well. We are excited to reprint an article from Mike Satterfield of The Gentleman Racer, with his permission, about his cross-country road trip by motorcycle from Ohio to California. (Zanne)
California
Hello from Los Angeles
Hello from Los Angeles! It's Day 37 in our shelter in place quarantine, and...
Travel Guides
Three-Day Guide to Vegas Without Gambling
I was invited to experience a three-day guide to Las Vegas without gambling. Las Vegas is known for its high stakes, partying, and Elvis weddings. This was an opportunity to check out the other sides of Vegas: the adventure of rural Nevada and the finer side of the city. I have been to Las Vegas about a dozen times previously and I had goosebumps, smiles, and surprises the entire time. I'm sharing my 36-hour itinerary to replicate my amazing trip. Here is your travel guide to the "New" Vegas.
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Nevada
A Perfect Place to Begin Traveling Again: Carson Valley
The perfect place to begin traveling again is Carson Valley, Nevada. I'm tired of making "bucket lists", after the year we have all been through, it's time to start thinking about really matters. What will feed my soul, renew and refresh me? Where can I once again feel a connection with people, and validate a sense of resilience and purpose? Go beyond things to check off on your travel goals list.
California
Mentryville Oil Ghost Town Rich in History
Mentryville Park is a tiny oil ghost town rich in history tucked away in a tiny corner of Pico Canyon. It's an important piece of US History for its role in the Oil Boon, but still draws people today for its beautiful hiking trails set in the Santa Monica Mountains. It's recognizable from several tv and movie productions but also draws a crowd for its reputation for being haunted.
Road Trips
Wanderlusting Up The California Coast
The saying goes..." it's not the destination, it's the journey". This begins my tale...
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Mom’s Number One Job
What's Mom's number one job?"I would ask my girls as they were growing up. To keep us healthy & safe", they would dutifully recite.
In Search of Castles, Found The Farm
The Farm and The Mystery Castle are both fantastic ways to explore the history and legacy around the Phoenix area in unique experiences. Both support the local community, and would make for a wonderful morning.
Yosemite Travel Tips from First Timers (and one on...
We received a lot of advice about getting to Yosemite early, parking in one of the main lots and then taking the Shuttle, which takes you to just about every popular place, or you can hike from those popular places to where you want to be. This was our plan until my 14-year-old daughter sprained her ankle literally two days before our trip and ended up on crutches. Our plans for hiking now had to be adjusted to Plan B: driving and parking as close to the sights as possible.
Highlights from JD’s Travels in Greece
Highlights from JD's travels in Greece including watching the traditional dances, touring the Greek islands soaking in the culture.
Los Angeles Travel Tips for First Timers
Traveling to Los Angeles for the first time and need some travel tips? How to prepare for LA parking, airports, weather, and traffic.
My Weekend Pleasures Around LA Without Crowds
My Weekend Pleasures Around LA Without Crowds shows that if there is a silver...
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I never thought I would be hunting Thomas Dambo's famous giant wooden trolls in a forest, but here I am.
Epic Road Trip from Los Angeles to Zion &...
This is the story of our epic road trip from Los Angeles to Zion and Bryce National Parks in Utah. We had limited time, but so much to see. We selected the following destinations and now share our itinerary and route for how to see 12 amazing places in only 3 days.
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Wandering The Loneliest Road in America, otherwise known as Highway 50 across Nevada, is going back to remembering what a road trip was supposed to be.
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Weekend Wandering
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