I’ve been coming to Traverse City since I was a kid, and no matter how many places I travel, something about this corner of Michigan keeps pulling me back. Maybe it’s the light on the water at sunset. Maybe it’s…
6 August 2025
Boots, Wine, and Folk on the Farm
A summer evening of music, cider, and dancing under the oaks at Delfino Farms. Here’s what it’s like to spend a Saturday at Folk on the Farm in California’s Sierra Foothills.
1 August 2025
Notes on August, in the Middle of Everything
August is the gold shimmer at the edge of summer — the last of the heat, the first flicker of change. Here’s how I’m spending it, and what it’s been stirring up.
A personal reflection on traveling through Vietnam—what challenged me, what changed me, and what I’m still sitting with. From smog-filled Hanoi streets to conversations over cocktails, this journal entry explores the complexity of a trip that asked more of me than I expected, and left me grateful for it.
A smart, stylish guide to Monterey Car Week – what to wear, where to stay, how to get invites, and which events are worth your time (and which aren’t).
1 July 2025
A Weekend Guide to Nevada City
Discover where to eat, hike, swim, and stay in Nevada City – a curated weekend guide to this Sierra foothill gem, from steakhouse dinners to river swims.
Discover the best Bay Area 4th of July events for 2025 - from fireworks on the waterfront and parades in Alameda and Healdsburg to elegant celebrations at Filoli and aboard the USS Hornet.
1 July 2025
Notes on a July Worth Remembering
A slow, quiet July calls for soft walks, salty tomatoes, and paperback books tucked in your bag. Here are a few things I’m doing to mark the moment and make the most of the season.
12 April 2025
Staying at Flamingo Cat Ba – A Scenic Stay Above Lan Ha Bay on Vietnam’s Northern Coast
Tucked between limestone cliffs and the quiet waters of Lan Ha Bay, Flamingo Cat Ba is a surreal, semi-finished luxury resort that offers panoramic views, Japanese baths, and an unexpectedly peaceful stay on Vietnam’s northern coast.
Clean beaches, lush national park trails, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting — this is Cat Ba at its best. Plan your trip with our full guide.
