When most people think of Oakland, California they don’t usually think of stunning redwood forests, lush hiking trails or quaint cottages. The Oakland Hills fly under the radar of most, which makes it a wonderful Northern California destination to explore. This area is home to some of the Bay Area’s prettiest places to find tranquility, which comes as a surprise…
I love to indulge in delicious food and drink—who doesn’t right? Finding new places to eat — whether in my backyard or across the Bay in Oakland — is definitely one of my favorite ways to both explore the Bay Area and spend time with friends and family. Living in San Francisco has spoiled me with a huge variety of restaurants…
Rush Creek Lodge quietly debuted their one-of-a-kind, luxurious spa earlier this year. But with travel slowly picking up again it’s time to officially re-announce the opening of the brand new 5,000 square foot Rush Creek Spa. This indoor and outdoor spa was specially designed to bring the beauty of Yosemite National Park into each luxe experience. My family and I…
It’s road trip season in Sonoma County! Early Spring is the best time to visit this wine region. It’s currently overflowing with blossoming buds, popping leaves, and vibrant vineyards! California poppies, clusters of purple and white blooms, and other wildflowers line the vineyards and highways coming into the region from San Francisco. From the city, it takes about an hour…
One of the great things about not having traditional snowy winters is that you can enjoy the beauty of fall and temperate weather well past the holidays. If you’re a lover of fine dining, nature, wineries and laid-back luxury (who isn’t, right?) consider a road trip to Healdsburg, California. As a lesser-known wine country destination than say, Napa Valley, its…
