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22 California Gifts Ideas: The Best Local Businesses + Brands to Shop
Looking for small and local California businesses to shop for gifts? Here are some of my favorites.
24 Actually Useful Gifts for Travelers, According to a Professional Gear Reviewer
Skip the gimmicky gifts and buy something for the traveler in your life that they’ll actually use, with these 24 gifts, tested and approve by a professional gear reviewer.
10 Thanksgiving Trip Ideas in California for a Quick, November Getaway
Want to travel in California instead of going home for Thanksgiving? Same. Here are some of my favorite destinations I’ve visited in California during Thanksgiving over the years.
The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Paso Robles, California
Paso Robles is an underrated wine region in California. Here’s how to plan a weekend trip to the Central Californian town and region.
California’s Cowgirl Cool Wine Region: A Travel Guide to Santa Ynez Valley
This underrated wine region might be one of California’s coolest. With creative, small wineries, cowgirl-cool vibes, and plenty of great food and drinks, it makes for a fun-filled getaway. Here are my top picks for a trip there.
You Can Get Free Tastings at These California Wineries This October
Come Over October is a fun promo to get people out in the vineyards.
New Design, Menus, and More Make The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Even Better Than Before
North Lake Tahoe’s most luxurious hotel, The Ritz, just got a welcome upgrade with fresh, more modern decor, a larger bar space, and tasty updates to their menu at Manzanitas.
A Mexico Beach Trip Packing List for Carry-On Only Travelers
Use this simple, carry-on friendly packing list to prepare for your next beach getaway to Mexico.
Want to Save on a Local Getaway? These Hotels All Give Discounts to Californian Residents
Here’s a running list of hotels in California that give a discount to locals and residents of the state.
This New Wine Country Hotel Is Putting Lodi, California on the Map
One of California’s newest wine country hotels is in an unexpected corner of the state—Lodi. But with beautiful gardens, a peaceful spa, and knock-out food, Appellation Lodi is reason enough to book a trip to the town.
These 9 Weekend Getaway Destinations Are All Within 3 Hours of San Francisco
Looking for an easy getaway from San Francisco? From the coast and wine country to an off-the-beaten path spots in the Sierra Nevadas, here are some of my favorite weekend getaway spots in Northern California—all within 3 hours of the city.
11 Destinations Ideas for Solo Female Travelers
Planning a solo trip this year? Here are 11 solo travel ideas, based off trips I’ve taken, along with tips on how to make the most of them on your own.
The Perfect 10-Day Summer Travel Wardrobe for Women
Whether you’re traveling for 5 days or 10, this summer travel capsule wardrobe is your perfect companion for your warm weather travels.
6 Beautiful Boutique Hotels to Book in Healdsburg, California
I absolutely love the boutique hotel scene in Healdsburg, California. Here’s where I’d recommend staying on your next trip to this charming small town in Sonoma.
I Spent the Night at Napa’s Most Scenic Hotel—Here’s What It’s Actually Like
Poetry Inn in Napa is a luxurious and intimate bed and breakfast with stunning views of wine country.
There’s a Playful, New Hotel in Sunnyvale—And It’s Perfect for a Bay Area Staycation
This new hotel, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley, is perfect for a sunny staycation in the Bay.
The Chill California Town I Come Back to Every Summer—And How to Spend a Weekend There
This small town of Guerneville in Northern California is one of my favorite places for a summer getaway—thanks to its location on the Russian River. After years of visiting, here are my top picks for things to do, where to eat, and where to stay.
Don’t Visit Malta in the Summer. Here’s Why You Should Visit in the Fall Instead
This little-known festival is a great reason to visit Malta in October.
Napa or Sonoma? Here’s What I’d Choose—And Why It Might Be Different for You
Not sure if you should go to Sonoma or Napa? What exactly is the difference? This guide will help you decide.
This Underrated Farm Stay Is One of Northern California’s Best Kept Secrets
Farm-fresh meals, beautiful nature, and small-town community—this isn't your average weekend escape. Here's what it's like to stay at Blue Ruby Farm in this off-the-beaten-path corner of California’s Sierra foothills.
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What to Pack for Your Trip to Australia
Traveling to Australia? Learn how to pack carry on only for a 1-2 week trip to Australia by using this minimalist packing list and gear recommendations as your inspiration.
