If you live within a 200-mile radius of Phoenix. Or if youre from Texas. Or possibly from California. You might have heard there’s a new Buc-ees in Phoenix. Sorry for all those incomplete sentences. I know better, but sometimes I like to write the way I think. When hub and I packed up for our […]
This week’s beat-the-heat overnight excursion took us on a new and unexpected route through Southern Arizona. The fires in the north have kept us from our usual haunts, but we still wanted to escape the rising temps for a couple of days. It seems counterintuitive (I love that word) that heading south to the border […]
Here we are saying goodbye to June and welcoming July. Are you in full-fledged summer mode yet? I know some parts of the country are having weather that isn’t exactly conducive to picnics and roller coasters, but I hope you’re enjoying your summer so far. I always love catching up with a potpourri post and […]
People frequently ask us how we manage to live in the Phoenix area year-round and survive the summer heat. My answer is always the same: Arizona has mountains. And mountains mean higher elevations, cooler temperatures, and the perfect excuse for a quick getaway. The key, though, is actually taking the trip. We make a point […]
Whether it’s a last-minute road trip or a well-planned luxury vacation, I’ve found a handful of travel apps over the years that make traveling easier, less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. And, I know there are plenty of apps you might have that I hope you share with me! Truly, spontaneous and short trips […]
Summer travel has already kicked off. Wanna know how I know? Because travel pictures are already being shared by family and friends! Inspired by my sister’s trip up the coast and Chris and Bob’s vacation to Sausalito, I thought it would be fun to share their adventures and offer a few travel tips of my […]
Four days in Palm Springs with my sisters turned out to be the perfect mix of sunshine, sightseeing, and a few unexpected surprises (including a sunrise at 8,500 feet and a late-night rocket launch!). If you caught my Palm Springs Packing List post, you already know I had a sisters’ trip planned and what I […]
My sisters and I are celebrating Christmas this Easter. What? You might ask. Instead of exchanging gifts this year, we decided to plan a sisters trip—and it just so happens to fall on Easter weekend. We’re heading to Palm Springs, and I couldn’t be more excited. Since it’s a little over a four-hour drive for […]
Welcome aboard, mateys! If you have been reading my last few posts, you know that we are on a Caribbean cruise enjoying perfect weather and mild seas. Now, in an effort to be transparent, I will tell you our Norwegian cruise is not exactly the Love Boat as I have been advertising. It might actually […]
Hub and I snuck in a quick long weekend trip to Northeast Florida and experienced so much charm. Lovely weather, the nicest people ever and a few big cats made for the perfect coastal escape. Our Highlights Here are a few of the things we crammed in and absolutely loved. Amelia Island The moment you […]