Zion National Park Backpacking: West Rim Trail

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When the weather starts to cool, head out to Utah for some of the best adventures Mother Nature has to offer. Zion National Park backpacking is an experience that includes the visual feast of sage green brush peppering red rock […]

Joshua Tree Day Trip + Hiking Tips

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Spring and early Fall are wonderful times to visit the California desert. Nestled next to Palm Springs, you can enjoy a Joshua Tree day trip in perfect 75-degree weather. If the state is lucky enough to receive torrents of rain […]

Staycation Activities For Kids at Home + at Heart

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Make the most of your stay-at-home time without going completely stir-crazy. We’ve compiled staycation activities and past article ideas to help you have fun at home. All of our ideas are easy to do on your own and are kid-friendly, […]

Spring Picnic Ideas For Solo Gals + Family Fun

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It’s okay that they’re closing our beaches right now—this is the best weather for being inland, anyway. Grab some of our Spring picnic ideas and head for the hills with a simple lunch. Social distancing does not mean staying cooped […]

San Clemente: A Summer Getaway

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Summer isn’t all that far away, and it’s always better to plan vacations sooner rather than later! San Clemente is an amazing place to vist for all types. From sunny beaches to delicious eateries, it really has everything covered. A […]

Oahu, Hawaii is a Fountain of Youth

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This year my beautiful wife turns fifty. She abhorred the idea of it and any talk of her up and coming celebration was expressly forbidden. We decided to vacation to Oahu, Hawaii hoping to better ease my wife into the […]

Union Creek Campground in Southern Oregon

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This past August our family was able to take our latest adventure together in Jackson County Oregon’s beautiful and scenic Union Creek Campground, which is situated between the small town of Prospect and Crater Lake; one of the great natural […]

Sports Bras That Breathe, Support + Sculpt

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Now that the sun is out and bathing suit season is in full effect, we are hitting the gym hard! Time to give athletic wear an update so start with essential sports bras. We found the best bras for our […]

Scottsdale, Arizona Should Be on Your Desert Hit List

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Guess where I went last week? Arizona! Something about a balmy 80 degrees in desert sunshine is all the therapy a human being needs. Since I live in San Diego, I’m lucky that Scottsdale is a 6-hour drive away. I […]

La Jolla in the Springtime

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I’ve lived in some dreamy cities of Southern California, but La Jolla has by far been the dreamiest. Here is a quick travel guide to all of my current favorite spots. Perfect for a stay-cation or weekend getaway! This will […]