Carmel-by-the-Sea and the Hofsas House Hotel have become one of my family’s favorite places to vacation. As my family and I kicked off our California travel this summer, Carmel and the Hofsas House was a must-stop on our way down the coast, and they were nice enough to put us up for two nights. It’s […]
Travel Reviews
California Travel: The Tech Museum of Innovation in San Jose
During the month of July, my family and I decided to get in as much California travel as we could. While I love traveling all over the world, and experiencing all that different cultures have to offer, I realize that there is so much I haven’t seen or done right in my backyard! We drove […]
New York Dining Cruise with the Hornblower Infinity
While in New York for my Food Network shoot, my husband and I experienced what I think had to have been one of the most romantic things there is to do in New York City. I was provided with complimentary passes to experience and write about my New York Dining Cruise via the Hornblower Infinity. I […]
Social Italian Dining at Sotto 13 in NYC
While visiting one of my favorite cities – New York City, for a Food Network shoot, I had the privilege of reviewing the restaurant Sotto 13. Sotto 13 is a darling restaurant in the West Village. My husband and I were able to experience what Sotto 13 calls “Social Italian”, which is similar to tapas. […]
2013 Gilroy Garlic Festival
Yesterday I had the privilege of attending the 2013 Gilroy Garlic Festival. Being a lover of garlic, I have always wanted to go to the festival, but it just never happened. I live about 3 hours away from Gilroy so I don’t get down there often. When I do, I like to make a stop […]
Visiting the Denver Zoo in the Rain
This is a guest post from my sister-in-law Sarah from MrsSpiffy.com We were in Denver visiting my brother and his family for a couple days. We had several attractions we wanted to visit. His family has annual passes to the Denver Zoo and they told us such great things about it we decided it was […]
Win 4 Amtrack Tickets with Pajanimals: Pack your Pajanimals Sweepstakes
I recently received Pajanimals merchandise to review and to aid in promoting their Amtrack and Pajanimals “Pack your Pajanimals” Sweepstakes. All opinions expressed are my own. Did you know that July is national Family Reunion month? I did not, but I think that it makes sense! Summer is a great time to travel to see […]
Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection at Buffalo Bill Center of the West #CenteroftheWest
Last month I had the privilege of being flown out to Cody, Wyoming for a press trip to cover the brand new exhibit at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. This new exhibit is known as the Paul Dyck Plains Indian Buffalo Culture Collection. First let me just tell you that this trip was […]
Cheap Airport Parking with The Parking Spot
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Parking Spot for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Learn how to get cheap airport parking with The Parking Spot. Print this 15% off coupon for your next trip. In case you haven’t noticed, I have been doing quite a bit of traveling […]
Vacate to Florida with the Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of VISIT FLORIDA for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Enter to win a trip to Florida through Florida’s 500 Years of Adventures Sweepstakes. I’ve gotta say – travel is on my mind these days! I’m thinking it’s time to get away, SOMEWHERE! I have […]