Quick Guide to Montreal

A couple months ago, we took a trip to Montreal to visit family and explore a new city. Although it was still a bit chilly, we really loved Montreal, especially our day trip to Quebec city. Here are a few of our recs from Montreal. Where We Stayed Since we have a Marriott card, we... Continue Reading →

Calistoga Quick Guide

Calistoga Quick Guide  Not too many people know about Calistoga, as it’s sometimes in the shadow of Napa or Sonoma, however, I’ve been coming here since I was a kid and I’ve grown to love it even more than its flashier neighbors. Calistoga has a very small town feel to it, with one main street.... Continue Reading →

Glamping in Russian River

In early April, my husband and I tried out glamping for the first time in the Russian River Area. We were a little nervous, as Guerneville suffered a terrible flood only a month or so before. However, we had made the reservations months in advance and got the go ahead from our accommodations that they... Continue Reading →

What to wear in Santorini

In preparing to go to Santorini, I scoured blog sites looking for any guidance on what to wear during shoulder season. There are so many posts about what to pack during peak season (summer), but almost nothing for what to wear outside of those few months. Below you’ll find my packing guide that takes into... Continue Reading →

One Day in Athens

We spent a couple days in Athens during our Greece trip last week, as we flew into the city before heading on to the islands. The first thing I noticed about the city, after driving through countless groves of olive trees, was the  architecture, as I guess I was expecting more of the older buildings... Continue Reading →

What to do in Napa

My husband and I are not really wine drinkers, but we do enjoy taking day trips to wine country to visit some of the beautiful wineries and sample the great food that the area has to offer. Here are some of our favorites spots... Castello Di Amorosa When we go to Napa, we usually go... Continue Reading →

What to do in Oahu

If you're looking for a relaxing vacation, look no further than the Lanikai Beach area of Oahu. Usually when we travel, I tend to pack a ton of activities into each day, since I want to make the most out of each chance to travel we get. But traveling to Hawaii is a great chance... Continue Reading →

What to Know Before Visiting Muir Woods

Growing up in Northern California, I've been lucky enough to take a few trips to Muir Woods. I remember the way the air smells when you step out of the car and are surrounded by these towering giants. Muir Woods is great because it's quite accessible, even for people with disabilities or children in small... Continue Reading →

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