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Porto & the Douro Valley
Porto, once an unassuming city, is now the epicenter of river cruising in Portugal given its prime location. The Altantic Ocean meets the Douro River in Porto. The water access, now controlled by a lock system, has elevated Porto as the gateway to Portugal’s celebrated wine country, the beautiful Douro…
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A Weekend in Coos Bay, Oregon
With summer in full swing my husband and I set out for a few days in Coos Bay, on… Read more
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“NO PASSPORT” REQUIRED: ROADTRIP Adventures in the U.S.
Here are 10 unforgettable “no-passport” adventures, from back country biking to horseback riding and chasing the Northern Lights: Read more
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Connemara Calling
My summer travel took me back to the West of Ireland to explore Galway and Connemara, my mother’s ancestral… Read more
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Las Guaracheras: The Electric Latin Beat Bringing Salsa and Guaracha to the U.S. – Tour Dates & More
Las Guaracheras, an infectious all-female salsa sextet bringing the heat with Latin rhythms to to their upcoming U.S. tour Read more
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CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTlVAL, SAN FRANCISCO
The annual Cherry Blossom Festival, San Francisco, takes place in Japantown. This event is the oldest in the U.S.… Read more
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Convergence Station: Meow Wolf Denver’s Otherworldly Experience
At Meow Wolf Denver, I was thrilled to immerse myself in the interactive experience. A unique escape into a… Read more
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Word of South Festival: Tallahassee, FL
Spring is a great time for a Florida road trip. The countless festivals, from music to fine arts, will… Read more
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The Azores – Fitness and Yoga Retreat off of Portugal
The Azores, an autonomous region of Portugal, are an archipelago in the mid-Atlantic. The islands are characterized by dramatic… Read More
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HACIENDA del SOL WELLNESS RESORT, COSTA RICA
Vacation time. Don’t we all deserve a little R&R? The answer is yes. This Diva scoured the globe for… Read More
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Time to Be Gutzy: “Getting the Good Stuff for Your Gut”
The year of the pandemic has freed up time for many to reflect on health and happiness. We have… Read More
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Portland’s Scenic Greenways: See the Southeast from a local’s view
Portland, Oregon has a well earned reputation for being a bike friendly city. Part of what makes this reputation… Read More
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Skirt Sports: The activewear world’s hidden gem
Activewear just got a whole lot more inclusive! Delving into the world of running as a plus size woman… Read More
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Halston: film review
Documentary about Roy Halston Frowick, a country boy from Iowa, who in the 1970s transformed himself into a superstar… Read More
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Tips for Traveling with Jewelry
Part of my job as a personal wardrobe stylist is packing my clients for trips. I seem to be… Read More
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The Grande Colonial Hotel: The Belle of La Jolla, CA
La Jolla is a picture-perfect seaside village nestled along a stunning stretch of Pacific coastline just 40 minutes from… Read More
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Hotel Cerro: San Luis Obispo
I was in town for the SLO Film Festival & really lucked out. Located downtown, it’s a short walk… Read More
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BELLA! Film Review: Powerful Doc of 70’s Feminist Icon
The historic Castro Theatre hosted BELLA!, the 2023 closing night selection of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, oldest… Read More
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Remembering Gene Wilder: Tribute Doc
Remembering Gene Wilder opened the 2023 San Francisco Jewish Film Festival, screened at the beautiful Castro Theatre. Side note:… Read More
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San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
The SLO Film Fest is yet another reason to visit San Luis Obispo, the star of California’s central coast.… Read More
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Summer Adventure Protection
SAWYER provides outdoor safety products while supporting clean water initiatives globally, ensuring effective protection against sun and insects. Read More
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Nail It with Pop-Out Color DIY & Performance
Beauty manufacturers understand that we are always seeking out solutions to elevate our personal best from head to toe.… Read More
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Time to Be Gutzy: “Getting the Good Stuff for Your Gut”
The year of the pandemic has freed up time for many to reflect on health and happiness. We have… Read More
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Nabee Socks: A support system just for your legs
If you have ever seen a runner moving along in some knee high compression socks, you have probably wondered… Read More