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…
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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…
Our hot air balloon took flight just before sunrise, the sky still blanketed in pale blue light. As we continued rising higher into the air, the other balloons still on the ground started getting smaller and the houses began looking…
Keys View is a panoramic viewpoint in Joshua Tree national park that is easily accessible for park visitors, and provides stunning views of the desert landscape below. It’s often called the best view in Joshua Tree, and is a must…
Joshua Tree is a city full of free souls and delightfully bizarre desert experiences. In this town, I found so many amazing Instagrammable photo spots that really allowed me to capture the beauty and essence of Joshua Tree. Here is…
Walking down Mane Street in Pioneertown is like stepping into the Wild West. The hot sand crunches beneath your boots as the sun beats down in your eyes. The only things in sight beyond this tiny, wooden strip of a…
