Off the blue Pacific shores of California’s Coast lie the mysterious and uninhabited Channel Islands. The cluster of 8 islands remains mostly undeveloped, Anacapa Island being the smallest and least visited. Anacapa itself is comprised of 3 smaller islands: East,…
In September I was lucky enough to join a week-long press trip to Atlanta with a focus on art and social change. The trip was sponsored by Brave Nu Ventures, and it was truly an impactful glimpse into Atlanta’s local…
Having been to Joshua Tree National Park several times, I know a good packing list can come in handy. Every visit I have done to Joshua Tree has been via road trip, so I’ve included lots of road trip packing…
Visiting the beach at Hotel Del Coronado was one of the highlights of my recent trip to San Diego in July. It’s a well-maintained, long stretch of beach, with rows of red and white striped beach umbrellas contrasting beautifully with…
Every summer from mid July through mid August, the county fair comes to Orange County, California. Towering ferris wheels and neon-colored rides add to the skyline as the smells of kettle corn, barbecue, and barnyard hay fill the air. Wandering…
The bison expedition at Catalina Island is an adventure-filled, bouncy jeep ride through the windy, winding hills of Catalina Island, California. Not many know about the herd of wild bison that roam the hills of Catalina. If you embark on this…
The falconry experience at Catalina Island was one of the first things I booked for my recent trip in May. I love animals and take any chance I can to learn about them. I’m happy to say that my expectations…
My recent trip to Catalina Island, a small piece of paradise just off the coast of Southern California, was the perfect beach weekend getaway. I went in May, which is quite a gamble on California weather, but we lucked out…
Treaty Oak is my favorite whiskey distillery in Dripping Springs. Not only do they make great whiskeys, but the property is beautiful and massive, with plenty of picnic tables under shady oak trees. There are two bars for cocktails and…
On my recent trip to Texas, I learned a lot about the bat watching boat tours offered in Austin that take visitors to see the infamous city bats. I had heard the stories of the massive bat colony residing in…
Visiting Jacob’s Well Natural Area in Wimberley was an unplanned stop on my road trip through Texas, and it ended up being one of the best. This beautiful nature preserve in Hays County features unique hiking trails, bird watching, and…
