Should you visit Napa in winter? If you want smaller crowds, better deals, and some of the coziest scenery you’ll find in all of Northern California, then YES! The months between mid-fall and early spring—when the grapes have been harvested,…
How to Spend a Weekend in Downtown Napa: Wine Country’s Most Walkable Destination
Nestled against the banks of the Napa River is one of California’s most vibrant, historic and inviting wine country destinations: Downtown Napa. It’s no secret that wine tasting has become one of my favorite pastimes since moving to the Bay…
Walking the Redwood Loop Trail at Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Walking among giants? It sounds like something that could only be possible in a fairytale…but then again, here in the heart of Big Basin Redwoods State Park, it does feel like a fairytale… Forested, mountainous regions have always been my happy…
10 Legitimately Useful Gifts for Travelers
Shopping for the perfect holiday gift for the traveler in your life? There are hundreds of “gift guides for travelers” on the Internet, but very few of these guides focus on items that are legitimately practical and useful for the…
That Destination Isn’t Too Touristy, You’re Just a Bad Traveler
Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard a fellow traveler say the phrase, “That destination is just too touristy.” Well, I’ll let you in on a secret: there’s nothing wrong with the destination. You’ve just met a bad traveler!
Ultimate Silicon Valley Travel Guide: Exploring the Tech Capital of the World
Tech giants like Google and Apple. Startups tucked away in single-car garages. Apps, smartphones, social media platforms, and self-driving cars. Eccentric, geeky billionaires. Industry jargon like “disruptive” and “incubator.” These are just a few of the things that might come to mind…
Most Unique Airbnbs in Northern California
Searching for the most unique Airbnbs in Northern California? Whether you’re a local resident seeking a fun weekend getaway or are visiting California for the first time, staying in a whimsical, one-of-a-kind rental can be a huge part of the…
Day Trip to Half Moon Bay, California
The Northern California coastline is dotted with charming little towns, quaint farming communities and under-the-radar gems just waiting to be discovered. I’ve written about a few of these towns before, including Pescadero and Montara. But without question, my favorite of…
10 Best Weekend Getaways from San Jose, CA
Searching for the perfect weekend getaways from San Jose or elsewhere in the Bay Area? You’re in luck – there are plenty to choose from. In fact, one of my absolute favorite things about living in the South Bay is…
3 Day Yosemite Itinerary: How to Spend a Long Weekend in Yosemite
Looking for the perfect 3 day Yosemite itinerary? Whether you’re spending a long weekend in Yosemite or are including the national park as part of a longer California road trip, you’re in for a real treat! Although Yosemite National Park is…
