Planning your next Maui itinerary? Have only a few days to explore? No problem — you can easily pack in a solid Maui itinerary for just 3 days, especially if you live on the west coast. When Kevin and I moved to California nearly 14 years ago, we thought that we’d…
Rock climbing in Joshua Tree is a bucket list experience. Located just 2.5 hours east of Los Angeles, Joshua Tree National Park is a climbing mecca — famous for its traditional-style crack, slab and steep face climbing. There is nothing like it as you feel the adrenaline rush and live…
When planning our recent road trip in Oregon, there was no doubt that my husband and I would do an Astoria Goonies tour. The Goonies was my childhood. The movie had everything a kid could ask for — adventure, treasure, pirates… And fine, the ever-not-so-subtle ad placements. BABY RUTH! So…
“Bike Tours Portland” was the very first thing I Googled when planning my latest family adventure. Portland, Oregon is progressive on many fronts — including its bicycling efforts. In short, Portland is a bicyclist’s dream with miles of protected bike lanes taking you from neighborhood to neighborhood. But what is…
On the lookout for unique things to do in southern California? Look no further than Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience in Anaheim. The limited-time exhibit, presented by Nederlander Concerts & Beyond Exhibitions, is open now at the Anaheim Convention Center. But what can you expect? We recently were invited…
After so much time in lock down, we were ready to experience some theater. Not just any kind of theater but immersive theater. Needless to say, I was incredibly excited to join Clue Live, based off the beloved family board game, taking place at LA’s Westfield Century City Mall. My…
Considering a Mount Baldy hike? But overwhelmed by how to approach it? We completely understand. When researching this hike, I found plenty of trail maps but no comprehensive rundown on what to expect or just how long it would take. Mount Baldy has been on my to do list ever…
Whether you’re planning a family vacation or a romantic getaway, you’ll find no shortage of things to do in Lake Arrowhead. There is hiking — we’ve ranked the top hiking trails in Lake Arrowhead — along lakeside relaxation and scenic dining spots. There is even a wine bar. A wine…
Looking for an escape from it all? Check out our latest post where we’ll take you along the best hikes in Lake Arrowhead. Kevin visited Lake Arrowhead for the first time a few years back with our friend Kim, while I was on a work trip in Alaska. And what…
Looking for an escape from this past year? Who isn’t? Elsewhere at the Madcap Motel is the newest Instagram pop up museum in Los Angeles that you’ve likely seen popping up on your feed. But this isn’t just another “selfie museum.” One of the many dioramas inside the Madcap Motel. So…
