I was in town for the SLO Film Festival & really lucked out. Located downtown, it’s a short walk to the theaters & restaurants. The famous Bubblegum Alley is literally behind the hotel. If you just want to chill, Hotel Cerro has everything you’d need. A gorgeous rooftop pool, drinks, patio, gardens, gym, bikes, spa…
Summer travel season is upon us! The Pacific Northwest is calling. Fly into Seattle, Washington, hop a ferry to Friday Harbor, no car needed, you can walk around this historic seaport, shop, and enjoy the great seafood, sans fast-food chains. Have you tried sea kayaking? Make a rez with Outdoor Odysseys for a half-day or multi-day paddle around the San Juan Islands and Salish…
The SLO Film Fest is yet another reason to visit San Luis Obispo, the star of California’s central coast. What you get is a week of independent films and future box office hits. Major stars make appearances. In 2023 it was Judd Hirsh. There’s even an encore virtual festival and live screenings in Paso Robles,…
You don’t have to travel the continents to see some of the world’s most amazing creatures. Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium is the next best thing to being there, offering an easy-access eco-marine adventure for all ages. Visitors are transported to a myriad of biodiverse habitats. Explore the tropical waters of the Caribbean, jungle rivers of the…
Just two hours from Portland’s usually crowded city streets is a slightly less crowded oasis. Lost Lake, situated near the base of Mount Hood offers not only an escape from the city, but also amazing views and plenty of outdoor activities. Open May through October, you can either relax at the shore enjoying the surrounding…
If you have ever seen a runner moving along in some knee high compression socks, you have probably wondered why they are wearing them. I know the first time I saw some funky patterned sock covered legs I wondered what the point was, and if they were even comfortable. Now that I have had the…
Have you noticed it’s getting harder to look chic whilst pretending that giant expandable shoulder boulder is petit and light? Here’s a list of travel-worthy toothbrushes to lighten your load. There’s a surprise category… wireless! ELECTRIC OralB: Pro-8000 Everything you need, the case, brush, charger, and Bluetooth. SonicCare: Diamond Clean – an elegantly designed case…