Sedona stole my heart on our recent visit! Imagine a verdant green valley, full of towering pink sandstone formations, good energy vibes, lots of local artisans, and an epic foodie scene. Voilá: You get a unique small town in Arizona that makes a great weekend getaway. What should you include in your Sedona itinerary? My […]
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Alila Ventana Big Sur Review (2025) + How to Use Points
Over the past 20 years, we have enjoyed the Big Sur coastline in California at least a dozen times. It’s one of our favorite spots! But you should know I accept no sponsored posts or stays, so the following Alila Ventana Big Sur review is my honest opinion…I paid for it myself…with points. Making it […]
An Epic 3 Day Kauai Itinerary: See the Garden Isle
If you’re island hopping or heading to Kauai for a long weekend, then you’ll need to be efficient with your 3 day Kauai itinerary. The Garden Isle is wild, lush, and absolutely gorgeous but there’s a lot to see and experience so you have some tough choices to make! Of course, you could just spend […]
14 Best Places to Go for Thanksgiving
Whether you’re searching for sun and surf or a unique destination for a cozy traditional holiday, the best places to go for Thanksgiving promise seasonal festivals, a delicious feast, and unique ways to celebrate gathering with gratitude as fall gives way to winter. In the suggestions below, you’ll find white sand beaches, foodie favorites, and […]
The PERFECT Mount Rainier Itinerary: 1 or 2 days + MAP
At just under a three-hour drive from either Portland or Seattle, it’s easy to access Washington’s stunning Mount Rainier National Park, the highest point in the Cascade Mountain Range. I recommend that your Mount Rainier itinerary include at least one day, preferably two, and you can take a third day if you don’t mind some […]