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2 May 2024

My San Francisco Summer Bucket List

As summer approaches, the urge for adventure and exploration intensifies. San Francisco, with its vibrant culture, stunning natural beauty, and world-class wineries, offers a plethora of experiences for the curious traveler. This summer, I’m embarking on a journey to discover…

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25 January 2024

Local Life

An Evening at San Francisco Ballet’s 91st Opening Night Gala

On a rather chilly winter night, we all gathered at the War Memorial Opera House to celebrate Tamara Rojo’s inaugural season as artistic director of San Francisco Ballet. The theme of the evening was Pandora: Curiosity Unveiled, a nod to…

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30 November 2023

Culture & Scene

My Top Picks for Miami Art Week 2023

The Fairs Art Basel Where Miami Beach Convention Center When VIP Preview Dec. 6, Public Days Dec. 7-10 What One of the biggest art fairs in the world, filled with acres of works by artists represented by top galleries from…

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17 June 2023

Culture & Scene

A Night at the Opera

Last night I got all dolled up and headed to the War Memorial Opera House for San Francisco Opera’s Centennial Celebration. One hundred years, can you believe that! After collecting our tickets from the box office, we walked into the…

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29 May 2023

Unique Events

Postcard from Outstanding in the Field at Tres Sabores

Close your eyes and imagine a 200-person long dining table covered in wildflowers spanning the length of rows of vines just at the end of spring. There’s a gentle breeze, the shade from ancient olive trees gently filters out the…

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11 January 2023

Destinations

Gibbons and Waterfalls: Visiting Phuket’s Last Rainforest

A chance to see one of the world’s most elusive endangered species up close.

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23 April 2022

Destinations

Hiking In The Most Ethical Elephant Destination In The World

Discover the beauty of Khao Yai National Park, Thailand’s most ethical elephant destination. From breathtaking waterfalls and wildlife-filled jungle hikes to unforgettable wild elephant encounters, this guide shares everything you need to know for a day-and-night safari adventure in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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15 April 2022

Destinations

Planning My Cross Country Road Trip

I can’t believe the time has finally come for my big cross country road trip! My dog was staying with my parents back in Michigan while I was in Asia for the winter, and I decided to take a leisurely…

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23 January 2022

Destinations

Postcard from the Andaman Sea with Simba Sea Trips

During my trip to Phuket, there was one bucketlist item we I had been dreaming of: Koh Phi Phi. Wanting to avoid the crowds, we booked the earliest departure we could find. We woke up well before the crack of…

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