Here we are again, in beautiful Lake Tahoe, a place that always takes my breath away with every visit! This time, we came in early fall for my cousin’s wedding, and it truly is the best time to see Tahoe. The summer crowds are gone, but the weather is still perfect for swimming and hiking. With some time to … Continue reading Fall in Lake Tahoe
I didn’t know that right in my backyard was a beautiful little estate called Filoli. The name originated from the owner’s credo: “Fight for a just cause; Love your fellow man; Live a good life.” Located in Woodside, this amazing property was home to the Bourn family and then subsequently the Roth family before being donated to … Continue reading Fall Visit to Filoli
As I’ve mentioned time and time again, I have been bitten by the travel bug and it has no intention of leaving anytime soon. Perhaps, I just never really took advantage of the many opportunities in college… the random four day holiday weekends, the spring breaks, the seemingly endless three month long summers. Or perhaps, I just constantly … Continue reading An Ode to a Quick Getaway
A little home video of our short weekend in Lake Tahoe in early August with our friends. The weekend came to a rough start because we were locked out of our rental… but, who can really be upset when you have gorgeous mountainous views and and an amazing blue lake? Lots of swimming, a little hiking, and endless … Continue reading Little Film: Summer Weekend in Lake Tahoe
Since leaving Boston, me and my best friends from grad school make it a point to meet up for a few days every year to celebrate our friendship. With Kim in Boston, Chelsea in L.A., and myself in the Bay Area, it’s been hard to find time to get together and choose a location. Our … Continue reading Girl’s Weekend: Roadtrip to Monterey & Big Sur
On a random Wednesday night, I sighed and announced to my husband at the dinner table that I simply needed a little vacation… The travel bug has bit me, latched on, and has no intention of leaving any time soon. When life gets crazy, I like me a quick weekend getaway …to anywhere really…or better yet, a real vacation that involves a … Continue reading Weekend Jaunt to San Francisco
Big Sur is magical. It’s magic stems from the crashing waves, the jutting cliffs, the mysterious fog, and the towering redwood trees. It is a truly an beautiful place that everyone must visit once in their lifetime. Here are some of my favorite places when visiting Big Sur: 1) Short Hikes Hikes that are less … Continue reading Big Sur Travel Guide
