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Carmel Mission Basilica – San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission

April 28, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission

When I was a fourth grader, I studied the California missions, just like all public school students. Then when I had children of my own, they did the same. All of those memories came back to me on a recent visit to the Carmel Mission.

Carmel Beach Picnic by The Sea

April 27, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

carmel by the sea picnic beach

When I was growing up, my family often went to the beach for picnic lunches. My mom would load up the picnic basket and off we would go. Today, eating a meal at the beach still makes me happy inside and my recent Carmel beach picnic did just that. 

Solvang Weekend Getaway

April 17, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

windmill solvang rain clouds

Solvang Weekend Getaway – Solvang is an excellent choice for a California getaway vacation! It’s an easy drive from Los Angeles and Orange County, but feels as if you’ve you’re really getting away!

Vitagliano Winery Travel Massive Lunch

April 16, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

winery wedding chairs

I’ve been a member of Travel Massive for quite some time, but hadn’t yet attended an in person event. This month I jumped at the chance to go to their lunch at Vitagliano Vineyards and Winery in Temecula Wine Country. 

Westin River North Chicago

April 10, 2018 by Valerie Mitchell

Westin River North downtown Chicago Hotel

I have been a fan of Westin Hotels ever since I first experienced a Heavenly Bed at the Westin in Maui many years ago. When I heard that a conference I was attending would be held at the Westin River North in Chicago, I knew I would get a good night’s rest.

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