Growing up in Michigan, I’ve vacationed in Traverse City countless times over the years. My family has a cabin on one of the smaller lakes, so we’d make the trek up ‘Up North’ multiple times a year for long weekends…
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5 October 2023
Staying at Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn
Nestled along the curves of Big Sur’s beautiful but busy Highway One is a place that seems as if it’s been plucked straight from a storybook – Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn. This past weekend, my friends and I all packed…
3 October 2023
Essential Travel Guide to Big Sur
Plan Big Sur like a pro: best viewpoints and hikes, where to stay and eat, dog-friendly spots, plus how to handle Highway 1 closures and crowds.
Yosemite is honestly one of the most beautiful places on earth, and I have been extremely lucky to live close enough to do lots of weekend trips. The park itself is huge – at 3000 square kilometers it is bigger…
When it comes to outdoor adventures, I have always been a firm believer in the charms of old-fashioned camping—the rugged simplicity of pitching a tent, cooking over a campfire, and immersing oneself in nature’s embrace. So, when my mother planned…
After hearing through the grapevine that some wineries offer military discounts, I decided to call a bunch of them up and take notes along the way. And so, here are all the deals and discounts I could find in Napa Valley for service members, both active and veteran!
You can’t spend a weekend in Sonoma County without hearing someone talk about Aperture Cellars. The winemaker, Jesse Katz is often said to be a prodigy when it comes to the vines, and is currently one of the most sought…
Tucked down winding country lanes that weave through golden hills lined with row after row of old growth vines, Robert Young Estate isn’t the sort of place you just stumble upon by accident. The history of this estate dates back…
Nestled in the picturesque Alexander Valley, Silver Oak have carved out a reputation that is as enduring as the legacy it upholds.
5 March 2023
A Stylish Guide to Miami Beach
Miami Beach never stops reinventing itself. It’s a city of color and contrast — sunlight bouncing off pastel façades, ocean air drifting through palm trees, and a rhythm that feels entirely its own. If I ever moved anywhere on impulse,…
