For my first trip to California’s most famous wine region, I wanted a Napa Valley hotel that would give us easy access to interesting wineries…
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A Return to the Inn at Avila Beach
We loved stumbling upon the Inn at Avila Beach back in 2015. We had been looking for a hotel with fantastic ocean views that allowed…
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Plan a Stay at The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs, CA
The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs, California is a delightful boutique resort that leans into its Mid-Century Modern roots while offering numerous amenities. From…
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It’s Never Too Early to Start Planning Your Next Spa Trip to Desert Hot Springs
If you are looking for an oasis-like spot in the middle of Desert Hot Springs, California, The Spring Resort & Spa is your spot.…
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The Pros and Cons of Spending Christmas at the Hotel del Coronado
The Hotel del Coronado is a historic beachfront property in Coronado Island, California. Many of the wooden hotel buildings were constructed in 1888, and the…
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Step Aboard The Queen Mary Hotel
The Queen Mary Hotel has the distinction of combining an incredible history with amazing architectural details. Both elements appeal to Andy and me, so when…
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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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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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Enjoy the Relaxed Charm of Avila Beach
Just down the coast from Morro Bay, and approximately 160 miles northwest of Los Angeles sits the tiny coastal town of Avila Beach. Recovered from an…
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Plan Your Escape to Idyllwild
I came to Idyllwild knowing very little about it. The promise of cooler temps in a mountain village setting only a two and half hour drive…
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