10 Reasons to Visit Costa Rica in December
At the end of December, I had the opportunity to visit Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with Andy and his family. I knew I would have…
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I’m Breaking Up With My Roller Bag
Let me start by saying that I do love my snazzy red roller bag. We’ve been together for about five years now, and it has…
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Sampling the Scandinavian Bakeries and Restaurants in Los Angeles
When you think of Los Angeles, you automatically think of terrific options for Scandinavian food, right? Yeah, I didn’t either. In fact, it was quite…
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Treat Yourself to Fine Dining in Big Bear, California
If you travel a lot, you probably know that restaurants near ski resorts (or water resorts) tend to be pricey, and it is not always…
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Conquering the Hiking Trails Near Big Bear Lake, California
Big Bear, CA is stunningly scenic – we can all agree on that. It’s no wonder then that hikers, bikers and horseback riders have made…
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Budget-Friendly Cabins in Big Bear Lake
In July, we decided to celebrate Andy’s birthday up in Big Bear Lake. Having only visited that particularly area for brief visits, we did a…
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When Happy Hour Merges with Old Hollywood Glamour
Sweat was dripping down my back. I was nursing a blister across the top of my right foot – a product of a not-quite broken…
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Discover the Charms of Chagrin Falls, Ohio
The afternoon began with a drive through winding, rural roads in Ohio. From horse farms to working farms, to upscale estates, we enjoyed getting a…
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Hiking the Bluffs of Palos Verdes
Are you ever amazed by your own backyard? In this case, the backyard was 25 miles away, but I was still astounded by the beauty…
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TusCA Ristorante: Taking California Cuisine Upscale in Monterey
Our formal dinner at TusCA, housed inside the main registration building of the Hyatt Regency Monterey, actually started with a wine tasting in a special…
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