Universal Studios Hollywood Tips for First Timers
It has taken us 5 years of living in Los Angeles, but we finally made it to Universal Studios Hollywood. Wow! I wish we went sooner, but I am also sort of glad we waited. My son is just now…
What to Pack for India (& What to Buy There)
If you are like me, you probably tend to over pack for destinations that you don't know personally. I find this especially true when visiting a developing country. On my first visit to India I took WAY more than I needed. I listened…
The Best in Zion National Park Lodging
One of our favorite summer trips, with the best hike ever was to Zion National Park. This is one of Utah's most visited parks and for good reason - it is an amazingly immersive experience whether you stay inside the…
Ultimate Australian Road Trip Ideas
Australia is a destination that has been on my travel wishlist for ages. From the beautiful beaches, the Outback's barren remoteness to trendy cities like Melbourne, Australia is a dream destination. Being big animal lovers and massive road trip fans, it…
Velas Vallarta – All Inclusive Family Luxury
My yearly tradition of getting away for my birthday was almost thwarted this year with my Palace on Wheels train journey through Rajasthan being so close to my birthday. But...Los Angeles was unseasonably cold and I couldn't let my birthday…
Disney Easter Eggstravaganza
One of the reasons we renew our annual passes at Disneyland every year is because of the many yearly holiday celebrations. We love Mickey's Halloween party, the fantastic Christmas decorations and holiday themed rides and of course, Easter. There aren't…
7 Best Places to Visit In Delhi
Delhi, the capital of India, is for most visitors their first view of what this fascinating country has to offer. Filled with breathtaking forts, mosques and monuments from the days of Mughal rulers alongside markers of a new, modern country…
Palace on Wheels Train: A Journey Through Rajasthan
Most first-timers in India focus on exploring the well known Golden Triangle area of the country that encompasses Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It is here that you can experience the hustle and bustle of Old Delhi, while also getting inspired…
Day Trip to San Juan Capistrano with Kids
Since we first moved to LA I have had a list of things to do and places to visit. San Juan Capistrano has been on that list now for years. A few weeks ago we finally had the opportunity to…
How to Get a SIM Chip in India
One of the most frustrating things while traveling is not knowing how to stay connected. Historically it has been very difficult to get a SIM chip in India, however I am happy to report things have been streamlined and it's…
Visiting Mission San Juan Capistrano with Kids
For years I have had it on my massive LA bucket list to take the train down to check out Mission San Juan Capistrano. However not being a California native I am not too up on California history so I…
Delhi Airport Arrivals – All You Need to Know
I'm returning to India, but for the first time I will be arriving in the middle of the night at an airport I'm not super familiar with. In my search to find out information about Delhi airport arrivals, I found…
Best Hotel in Austin for Families – Embassy Suites
Truth time. Finding accommodation is often quite daunting for me. Because of this, it tends to be my least favorite part of travel planning. There are so many options these days between chain hotels, adorable boutique hotels, private home rentals…
Traveling by Luxury Trains in India
If you follow me on social media you will have surely heard that I'm heading back to India to catch a ride on one of India's most famous trains, the Palace on Wheels. Living in India for years I had…
Best Resort for Beginner Skiing Near Los Angeles
Last week we headed up to the mountains for a day of skiing and snow play. I was so excited to finally don some winter wear and check out Mountain High (Mt High), Los Angeles's closest ski resort. Unlike our…
Bear Viewing in Alaska with Regal Air
One of the biggest attractions for visitors to Alaska is to see wildlife in their natural habitat. This can be achieved almost everywhere in Alaska from seeing a bald eagle fly overhead in Anchorage to hiking with moose at Flattop Mountain.…
Hiking with Kids: Tips to Keep Them Moving
Before moving to Los Angeles, hiking wasn't on our regular rotation of things to do. However, we quickly learned that it was *the* thing to do in LA. With limited funds and a desire to explore as much of this…
Top Stops for Your Alaska Road Trip Itinerary
When you tell most people you are going to Alaska they assume you are going on a cruise. For years I also thought that was the only way to see America's last frontier. However, the best way to get the…
The Cliffs Resort Pismo Beach | Luxury on the California Coast
On our recent trip to San Luis Obispo Country with SLO CAL Tourism, we had the amazing opportunity to stay at The Cliffs Spa & Hotel in Pismo Beach. If you are headed to the San Luis Obispo area, there…
2018 Travel Dreams
Happy New Year!! I hope your 2018 is off to an exciting start. For the 4th year in a row I am laying out my travel dreams in writing. At this point I have only 1 flight booked, but I…