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Jan 56 min read
3 Nights in the Desert, CA
For a quick winter escape from southern California look no further than Palm Springs . The vast clear, blue skies, stunning landscape...


Jan 44 min read
1 Night, Coronado Island
Staycations are the best. I've made it a priority to enjoy a separate staycation with each of our three children once a year since they...


Dec 31, 20244 min read
December Food & Fun
I can't believe an entire year has passed by almost as quickly as I eat a meal. I hope you shared some new foodie discoveries as you...


Dec 1, 20243 min read
November Food Diary, San Diego Edition
It's that time of year when we prepare for winter hibernation as the temperature drops and the sun sets unreasonably early. Although all...


Sep 30, 20243 min read
September Food & Fun
San Diego 's vibrant food scene keeps me well-fed. I love the continuous hunt for great restaurants and reporting back to my readers....


Aug 31, 20246 min read
2 Nights in Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico
I've found a new favorite weekend escape in Valle de Guadalupe , a small wine region in Baja approximately two hours south of the...


Aug 18, 20243 min read
Where to Stay & Eat in Los Angeles
Los Angeles's proximity to San Diego makes it an easy escape filled with great shopping, restaurants, and museums. I love spending a...


Jul 27, 20244 min read
July Food & Fun
After being away for almost a month, I was ecstatically surprised to return to La Jolla unveiling so many new restaurants. Settling back...


Jul 4, 20249 min read
3 Nights in London, England
Spending the past three days in London significantly reminded us of our years living as New Yorkers. Minus the landmark royal buildings,...


Jul 1, 202414 min read
7 Nights Northern Puglia, Italy
The notable differences between the south and north of Puglia will immediately strike you. While the southern region of Salento gains...


Jun 23, 202414 min read
7 Nights, Southern Puglia, Italy
We spent seven incredible nights in the boot's heel of the Italian peninsula's Salento region of Santa Maria di Leuca, a perfect base to...


Jun 15, 20248 min read
2 Nights on Amalfi Coast, Italy
There's no place on earth like the Amalfi Coast of Italy. The striking beauty of this coastline transports visitors into a constant state...


Jun 13, 20246 min read
3 Nights in Naples, Italy
Napoli exudes grit and character at every street corner. There are no rules on the road here with Vespas and cars zooming by at their...


May 30, 20244 min read
May Food & Fun
In La Jolla, locals refer to this month as "May Gray" because of the looming marine layer that hides the sun. However, when you focus on...


May 28, 20247 min read
2 Nights Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico
We've visited various areas of Mexico over the years, and probably have traveled to this favorite country of ours at least one dozen...


Apr 29, 20244 min read
April Food & Fun
My endless pursuit of great food in San Diego comes with several rewards: discovering new restaurants that I love, gathering with friends...


Apr 15, 20246 min read
How to Coachella in Your 40's
Let's face it, once we hit our forties we've grown out of our willingness to be uncomfortable. We're more fixed in our ways and often...


Apr 6, 202411 min read
5 Nights in Punta de Mita, Mexico
I love everything about Mexico - the culture, the food, the people. We've visited Tulum, Cancun, Mayakoba, Holobox, Isla Mujeres, Playa...


Mar 27, 20245 min read
March Food & Fun
March has dragged by at a torturous pace, the days stalled while each weekend felt a world away. This slow pace was mainly due to our...


Feb 26, 20245 min read
February Food & Fun
I am thoroughly relishing the personal challenge I set for myself in 2024, as I explore new and enjoyable activities while continuing my...
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