There is no shortage of outdoor activities in Austin, that’s for sure. You’ll find an extensive network of bike paths, hiking trails and plenty of outdoor tours. When it comes to the healthiest places to live in the United States, Austin ranks pretty high. And Kevin and I both agreed…
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What are the best things to do in Amelia Island? Is it crowded? And more importantly, where on earth is Amelia Island? These were pretty much the first questions Kevin asked when he saw this stop listed on our cross country road trip adventure from California to Florida. Checking out…
There is no shortage of romantic things to do in Savannah GA. Kevin and I first visited Savannah back in 2013 — and we knew immediately that we’d return some day. But who could imagine back then that it would include twin babies in tow? Um, certainly not me! When…
Kevin and I are finally getting back into the swing of things. This past month we did what many thought sounded crazy (including us!) — a full month road trip to Florida from Los Angeles. In this post, we’ll share what we consider the best cross country road trip itinerary…
Looking for unique San Diego date ideas? You came to the right place. Kevin and I recently made the trek from Los Angeles to San Diego for a mini-getaway. San Diego is an easy 2 hour drive from LA (during these gridlock-free pandemic times). While we recently had twin babies,…
Ever dream of flying like a bird? Kevin and I recently had the ultimate falconry experience — flying with falcons in California and seeing them up close with Total Raptor Experience. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity takes place along the coastal bluffs of La Jolla, Calif., overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I mean,…
Let’s face it. We all could use some happiness right now. That’s why we were BEYOND excited to check out Happy Place, an all-new Instagram pop up museum located on the third level of the Westfield Century City Mall. Happy Place – The Drive Thru, presented by Subaru, is 50,000…
We love hiking and watching classic TV shows. So it was a no brainer to check out the Malibu Creek State Park hike to see the ghostly remains of the MASH set. The land was once a private movie ranch owned by 20th Century Fox Studios. But later converted over…
Want to know where you can find the secret swings in Malibu? Are these adult swings as romantic as it looks? We’ll answer all this and more. Whether you’re looking for a unique date spot or just something fun to do, the secret swings in Malibu won’t disappoint. Clearly, I…
Getting the best view of the Hollywood sign takes some work. Sure, you can see it from the distance from many spots in Los Angeles. But where can you snap that iconic shot that screams, “Look at me! I’m in Hollywood”? My husband Kevin and I have lived in LA…