The Long Beach Marriott is close to the runways at Long Beach Airport, but it felt like I was far, far away. This hotel is more like a resort than just a place to sleep while waiting for a flight. I spent several days here and loved it. The hotel itself is beautiful and service was exceptional during […]
Hotels & Resorts
Hofsas House Hotel – Carmel by The Sea, California
Hofsas House has been an important part of the Carmel by The Sea community for six decades! This family owned boutique hotel is one of a kind! The hotel is built into the side of a hillside. From the street, it looks like a two story building. Once you go down the steep driveway to […]
Holman Ranch Vineyard Guest Rooms – Carmel Valley, California
Holman Ranch is not your ordinary hotel. This is a working vineyard, winery and event center in the gorgeous Carmel Valley. There are ten guest rooms on the property, but you can’t just book a single room for a night. Here’s how to stay at the Holman Ranch Guest Rooms: Book a wedding package that […]
The Monkey Tree Hotel in Palm Springs
When I first arrived at The Monkey Tree Hotel, I knew that this was exactly what I was looking for with this trip to Palm Springs. The mid-century modern hotel is one of a kind! The Monkey Tree Hotel was originally a swanky and private getaway for celebrities including Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz, […]
Arrive Hotel Palm Springs
Arrive has come to Palm Springs! The 32 room hotel is a brand new hotel with modern amenities, but they’ve incorporated design elements from the mid-century modern period that this desert community is known for. Arrive is conveniently located in Palm Spring’s Uptown Design District. There is plenty to do at the hotel and nearby. […]




