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California Road Trip Part 3: Napa to Ventura County
The final leg of our California adventure took us from Napa to Ventura County (Oxnard), with lunch in San Luis Obispo, our first In-N-Out experience, a gorgeous drive along Highway 101, golf, great food and time with family. Here's where we stayed, ate and explored along the way.
Napa Valley 11 Years Later: Where We Stayed, Sipped & Ate
Eleven years after our first Napa Valley trip, we went back! This time we stayed at Harvest Inn in St. Helena, booked three private winery tastings and mixed in some incredible restaurants, casual local spots and plenty of downtime. I’m sharing our full itinerary, what I’d recommend and what has changed in Napa since our first visit.
Four Nights at Pebble Beach: Golf, Carmel, Incredible Food & One Very Special Return
Pebble Beach was the first stop on our California adventure and one I’ll never forget. From exploring Carmel and driving 17-Mile Drive to staying at The Lodge and playing Spyglass and Pebble Beach, here’s a look at our four-night stay and why this iconic golf destination is so special.
Planning a Girls Golf Trip to Pinehurst? Here's Everything We Learned
Four friends. Four days. Two unforgettable golf courses. One charming village. If you're planning a girls golf trip to Pinehurst, here's our honest review of where to stay, what to play, where to eat, and the little tips we wish we'd known before we arrived.
Indianapolis, good company & 20 years of something special
We just wrapped up a long weekend in Indianapolis and it delivered. St. Elmo Steakhouse, a day trip to the adorable village of Zionsville, rooftop bars, pickleball, and a Fever game. But the best part was the people we got to share it all with.
Delayed, Baggage-Less, and Still Completely in Love with the Adriatic Coast
Twelve hours in the St. Louis airport. A hotel sleep that lasted three hours. Luggage that took its own detour through Europe. And somehow — Croatia and Montenegro still delivered. Here's my honest, unfiltered travel diary of Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik, and Porto Montenegro, including where to eat, where to stay, and what I'd do differently next time.
A Fall Weekend in New Haven, Connecticut
We spent a fall weekend in New Haven, CT, exploring Yale, eating at Pepe’s, celebrating family, and discovering the charm of Mystic and Essex.
Africa Adventure, Part 3: Victoria Falls and the Magic of Zambia
Sunset cruises, elephants, and the thunder of Victoria Falls—our final Africa stop in Zambia delivered both beauty and adventure. Here’s what made The Royal Livingstone and Livingstone, Zambia unforgettable.
Cape Town Travel Guide: Luxury Hotels, Lion’s Head Hike, Wineries & World-Class Dining
Cape Town is a city that truly has it all — dramatic hikes, breathtaking ocean views, world-class dining, and some of the best wine country in the world. From climbing Lion’s Head and riding the gondola up Table Mountain, to sipping wine in Stellenbosch and dining at La Colombe, our trip was filled with unforgettable moments. Staying at the historic Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel gave us the perfect base to explore it all — and left us dreaming of our next visit.