Last month the Celebrity Solstice sailed for its first time in years from the Port of Los Angeles on a maiden cruise to the Mexican Riviera. The ship has been on a 15-year hiatus from this Southern California port, and will now have weekly sailings...
Located along California’s Historic US 101, the longest U.S. route in the state, is the Del Mar Beach Hotel. This 46-room boutique hotel is right on the beach and a short walk to Del Mar Village in San Diego County....
Known as a ‘Flyover state’, Nebraska is one of the American states that is perceived as not on the top of everyone’s list. Most people just fly over when traveling coast to coast. This summer I decided to touch down in Denver, Colorado and drive...
The first morning when the Discovery Princess arrived in Ketchikan, Alaska, a bald eagle soared over the water near our ship and perched on a tree on a nearby small island. This wasn’t the only time I saw these majestic birds. The next morning when...
There is a new gem in La Jolla Village, The Cormorant La Jolla. It’s named after the area’s famed black Cormorant birds that soar in the sky and perch on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean....
Summer is the best seasons to visit Seattle, Washington. On a clear and sunny day, it’s easy to walk through the Emerald City to appreciate the outdoor venues, sidewalk cafes and enrichment activities. The annual precipitation averages 39.25 inches a year. November is the wettest...
I’ve been spending more time exploring Berkeley while my daughter Elizabeth is attending graduate school. Berkeley is the first of the University of California campuses, and the most visible landmark in the city is the campus Sather Tower. This third-tallest bell-and-clock-tower in the world rises...
Now is the time to see the rainbow-colored Giant Tecolote Ranunculus blooming at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad. Not only will their beauty raise your mood, it will change how you see the world for a day or two....
Kicking off 2022 at the Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head, we appreciated the quieter side of Honolulu, just a couple miles away from bustling Waikiki Beach. The 13-story, 52-room boutique hotel was originally built in 1961, near the base of Diamond Head. It’s one of...
[vc_row] [vc_column width='1/3'] JILL WEINLEIN After graduating from UCLA, JIll traveled the world looking for unique destinations. She's been writing about her travels for almost 30 years in various publications. She writes a weekly restaurant review for the Beverly Press and Park LaBrea News. It’s inserted into the Los...
Walking up to the newly restored front porch at the Hotel Del Coronado, I noticed guests rocking in high back chairs, looking out towards the grand entrance. Beyond the porch of the 113 year old Grand Dame of Coronado Island are double doors leading into the...
According to Kampgrounds of America, the proportion of first-time campers across the U.S. grew five-fold in 2020. One-third said they tried camping for the first time as a safer way to travel and avoid crowds, especially during the pandemic. For those adventurous value-oriented travelers, camping...
During the holidays, families seeking a resort to gather and spend quality time together will appreciate the newer Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach. Built in 2019, it’s an ideal beach front property located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Families can celebrate together in this coastal...
While staying overnight at The Ritz Carlton, San Francisco, I kept humming the lyrics ‘Get your kicks, at The Ritz’ from the song ‘Puttin’ On The Ritz” by songwriter Irving Berlin, Located in the prestigious upper class Nob Hill neighborhood, guests can now indulge in...
Driving up to the Allegretto Vineyard Resort transports guests to an Italian-inspired and crafted luxury hotel. Years ago, owner Doug Ayres of the Ayres Hotel chain, drove up to Paso Robles and discovered fertile land on rolling hills ideal for growing grapes. He learned that...
Last month I had the opportunity to sail on the Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Edge from Fort Lauderdale on a 7-night cruise. It was the first ‘mega-ship’ ship to leave an American port in over 15 months. This historic sailing was at 40% passenger capacity, with 99%...