Santa Barbara is one of my favorite beach-side towns. Only a 2 hour drive from Orange County, it’s the perfect weekend getaway. And let’s be honest…when I’m looking for a place to stay, I tend to ask myself, is it Instagram-worthy? Well, let me tell you, The Goodland hits the mark. Located 10 minutes north […]
We just got back from an amazing 3 day adventure in San Francisco. Whether you like the beach or the hills, shopping or hiking, museums or nightclubs, this vibrant city has it all. With so much to see and do, I’ve rounded up my recommendations for what are a must! Ride a cable car For […]
Andrew and I travel so often and the last thing I want to do when we get home from a long trip is to cook. Sure we could order take-out, but after eating out for so long, it’s nice to have a home cooked meal. That’s why I’ve started planning ahead and preparing freezer meals […]
Ever since our trip to Bali a few years ago, where my luggage was lost and never found, I always try to pack everything in a carry-on. And as someone who has a tendency to over pack, this can be a bit challenging. There are a few tips and tricks I’ve picked up along the […]
Have you heard of the wicked bug that’s going around? The symptoms are severe and it’s highly contagious. Yep, I’m talking about the travel bug ☺. Andrew and I were hit bad last week. Since we didn’t have any big trips planned, we figured the next best thing would be a fun day trip. Located […]
If you’ve been following me for any amount of time, then you know that Andrew and I are huge wine lovers. So when it came to deciding where we should go for a romantic weekend getaway, Paso Robles was a no-brainer. Nestled halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco in the Salinas River Valley, Paso […]
Andrew and I are fortunate to live in such a beautiful place, but with busy schedules, we often don’t take the time to really enjoy it. We decided to leave our daily routines and stress behind and visit Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach for a mini staycation. Although we were only 5 minutes from […]
There is just something about a red dress that screams bold & sexy. Don’t save it for the holidays. You can rock red year round. There are many different shades (from blue based reds to orange based reds), you are certain to find one that flatters your skin tone. Whether it’s a pop of color […]
Ever since Kim K. got her famous “vampire facial”, I have been hearing so much about Micro-needling. I decided I had to give it a try to see what all the hype is about. I made an appointment at Pale Girls Palace in Huntington Beach. I was super excited for my treatment, but also a […]
When you think of wine country, Southern California probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However over the last decade, Temecula Valley has blossomed into a thriving wine scene, complete with resorts, trendy restaurants, and over 35 wineries. Only an hour drive from San Diego and Orange County, Temecula Valley has become a […]