Make your Valentine's Day extra-special with some secluded time spent in nature! This post may contain affiliate links to some of my favorite products. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission. It's what helps me keep this blog going,...
Hiking in the Winter: Best Gear to Pack Hiking in winter has its challenges and requires a bit more preparation than a warm spring or summer hike. Not only will you need to plan for weather changes and changing temperatures, but you will need to prepare for trail...
This post features a paid promotion by ēlicit Wine Project. Fall is a wonderful time to head outside and explore the great outdoors. Join me on a virtual wine tasting as we explore some of my favorite fall destinations paired with some delicious wines delivered to me...
A mere 45 minute drive from the culture rich city of San Francisco or a 6 hour drive from the bustling city of Los Angeles; Napa Valley is a welcome retreat for anyone that loves wine, relaxation and vast stretches of green grape fields. Reminding anyone of the...
Biking Adventures around San Francisco: Tiburon by the Bay San Francisco is one of my favorite cities. Not so much for its nightlife or great city vibes, although those are great too, but for what surrounds it. Head off in almost any direction from downtown and you...
Some of the best activities in the beautiful city of Porto, where history and ancient architecture blend with the modern.
My day began on a quiet, cold morning, with the chirps of birds and the whisper of the wind through the forest. I craned my neck back as far as it could go, looking up into the canopy & trying to spot the top of Parson Jones. “Hello.” I called happily into...
My circumstances in coming to Portugal couldn’t have been more out of the blue. But in any case, I had made it to this amazing land of wine, beauty and cuisine. I had heard many things about Portugal and within moments of arrival was convinced this would be one of the...
The Ultimate Eco Wine Country Adventure For many; there isn’t much better than a tantalizing weekend sipping wines, exploring vineyards and indulging in enriching cuisine. As a wine enthusiast it is easy to strictly think about the taste and quality of the grapes that...
