It’s different. It’s unexpected. It’s the Conejo Valley (pronounced “koh-neh-ho”). Translated to “rabbit” in Spanish, this SoCal region in LA’s backyard is situated along U.S. 101’s well-known route between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, though it isn’t an extension of either. By contrast, it’s a 180-degree escape from the hustle, … Read more
More than six decades ago, Southern California’s island of Catalina was memorialized in the Four Preps’ song, 26 Miles, in reference to its proximity to the populous region’s coastline. And though almost everything in the nation has changed in that expanse of time, Catalina remains unchanged. It’s been years since … Read more
“Look at this view,” said Scott Hillock, a local guide with the Tahoe Adventure Company, as we edged to the side of the path for a hiker to pass. “And it gets better,” he assured us as we continued along the trail. With my daughter, Kathryn, we three negotiated the … Read more
In June 2021 golfer Jon Rahm secured his first major career win – the U.S. Open Championship – at Torrey Pines Golf Course. No stranger to this La Jolla setting, it’s the site of this Spanish golfer’s first PGA win, And, it’s a short walk from where he proposed to … Read more
Brewery Gulch Inn A pirates’ hideaway? A scalawag’s den? A speak-easy from Prohibition days? You would never guess by its rough-and-ready moniker that this romantic escape overlooking turquoise seas is a four-star luxury lodge, with not a scalawag in sight. Sequestered off Highway One on the Mendocino coastline, this 10-room … Read more
The proverb … “All work and no play make Jack a dull boy.” … is said to have originated as early as 1659 but today it couldn’t resonate more. As the year from hell drags on, people are discovering that periodic doses of travel are an essential medication. Napa Valley … Read more
Everyone loves a good animal story, right? But first, let me ask you … “Have you ever been to an animal sanctuary?” Even if you answered “yes,” come follow me on a trip to the 93-acre Lions, Tigers & Bears Animal Rescue and Education Center—a no-breed, no-sell state and federally … Read more
Nature tourism has become one of the hottest travel trends and for good reason. The mental and physical benefits of convening with nature are well-documented. Limited to domestic travel, Americans are rediscovering the beauty of our national parks. With sixty-two from which to choose, that’s plenty of nature to go … Read more
“I can resist anything except temptation.” – Oscar Wilde If resisting the temptation to travel has you stopped in your tracks during our COVID-19 crisis, we’re here to help. Emerging travel trends provide meaningful options despite the current restrictions. Among the trends, good old-fashioned American road trips have stepped into … Read more
Although travel is primarily stalled, some places are gradually opening up. San Luis Obispo is one of those lucky spots and Hotel San Luis Obispo brings the charm of this community to the forefront. Artisanal soaps, super-plush towels and an audio player designed in Europe that doubles as a conversation … Read more
Situated directly across from La Jolla Cove in the tony town of La Jolla is the Pantai Inn, completely renovated to perfection in every detail. A collection of cottages and buildings – all different and special, but under one ownership – this top-notch, family-owned inn with 30 rooms (20 suites … Read more
In choosing our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year, we decided to dive deeper, considering destinations with intriguing sites, cultures and experiences. The complete list is divided into four segments, including both domestic and international destinations and something for every travel style. First, we focused on … Read more
I needed a place to really get away. Not necessarily some far corner of the Earth, and not a place where I’d have to punch a wolf in the face for dinner either. Just a place to close the computer, shut off the phone and just … unwind. Like … Read more
Be enchanted by the history and the ambiance of The Mission Inn of Riverside, California.
