Take your love to a higher level this February in Scottsdale. If sweeping a sweetheart off their feet with a romantic getaway is in the cards, travelers can count on Scottsdale for some very unique ways to do just that. From romantic resorts and luxurious spas, to outdoor adventures and culinary delights, this Arizona desert …
Do your New Year’s resolutions include some much-needed rejuvenation of mind and body? You can refresh and recalibrate with these Mindful Adventure Travel retreats that invite you to disconnect in a quiet park with dark, starry nights. Add in some coaching guidance for reconnecting and it’s a recipe for total renewal. Mindful Adventure Travel Specialist …
By Kathy Strong I first remember hearing of the Salton Sea in the early 1960s when ads ran on Los Angeles television stations extolling the virtues of owning a vacation home on the “sea.” It sounded exotic and exciting. Many years later, I had the opportunity to interview the late Marian (Marsh) Henderson, a former …
Be There or Be Square! Modernism Week 2022 Promises to Be Spectacular Story & photos by Barbara Beckley With more mid-century architecture than anywhere else on earth, Palm Springs is mid-mod heaven anytime. But in February Modernism Week puts it over the top, providing private entry into this desert hot spot’s exclusive Modernism lifestyle. No …
For the first time in Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest’s 51-year history, there is a celebration every Friday in October. Visitors wanting to get an early start on their Big Bear weekend getaway have one more reason to arrive a little early–Chicken Dancing fun. Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest’s Friday nights are an intimate indoors event with …
Golf Season Over? Not in Scottsdale. Fall’s shorter days and cooler weather mean the end of golf season across most of North America. In Scottsdale, things are just getting started. Read on for five reasons why Scottsdale is a must-visit this autumn before the on-season rush! 1. It’s Always Sunny in Scottsdale The area isn’t …
With 70 miles of coastline, San Diego’s Waterfront hotels are the ultimate “office” setting for remote workers looking for a change of scenery. Be warned. You aren’t going to stay inside your four walls for your work in paradise. Head outside to set up your “office” and be sure to explore your surroundings and grab …
Southern California’s Greater Palm Springs has reigned as a tennis utopia since the 1930s when the area’s first racquet clubs opened, often frequented by Hollywood celebrities who loved the idea of playing a little tennis before mingling over martinis by the pool. After the disruption of sporting events for more than a year due to …
No matter where you head in Arizona this fall, you are going to find something new to love. Take a look! Your Passport to Wine The Arizona Office of Tourism recently launched a statewide digital Arizona Wine Trail passport and interactive map to help wine lovers discover more than 100 of the state’s wineries. Visitors …
We all love the crystal waters of Lake Tahoe, but summer is also a time to discover the adventure that lies beyond the sparkling coves and beaches. Listed in the top five “Domestic Destinations for Vacationers” by USA Today in 2005, Lake Tahoe’s abundance of outdoor summer sports and recreation brings hikers, bikers, climbers, fishers, …
The pandemic took away a lot of opportunities for traveling and sightseeing, as towns and entire cities went on lockdown for everybody’s safety. Fortunately, with restrictions slowly easing up in the last few months, it looks like out-of-town trips are in the cards once again. Alongside other destinations like Mexico and Hawaii, Las Vegas is …
By Brad Lofland Planning a trip to the mountains is a time-honored tradition for families across the country. Planning socially-distanced vacations, however presents a bit of a logistical challenge. Fortunately, the Lake Arrowhead region of the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California provides many family-friendly socially distanced activities for visitors. If you’re planning a Southern …