Recently, I went on a Caribbean cruise out of the Port of Miami. Since I was flying in from Los Angeles, I decided to arrive a day early to see a bit of Miami and get a good night’s sleep before boarding the ship. Element by Westin ended up being an excellent choice! The hotel […]
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Port Hueneme Beach Park – Ventura County, California
It may still be March, but it is beach weather here in Southern California. Yesterday, I headed up Coast Highway (CA 1) through Santa Monica, Malibu and on the Ventura County. Just after Point Mugu, I headed to Port Hueneme – pronounced “why-nee-me” The beach is big, beautiful and wasn’t at all crowded, despite the […]
Weekend in Ojai 🌞
Have you ever been to Ojai? The Ojai Valley is in Ventura County, an easy drive north of Los Angeles. Also, the area is known for the Pixie Tangerines and other fruit that grow there. The town itself has a peaceful, artistic feel. It’s great for a weekend getaway, whether you plan ahead or take a […]
Town and Country Resort – San Diego, California 🌴
When I was a kid, I remember going on a family weekend getaway to San Diego. We stayed in the Hotel Circle area that is home to a variety of hotels, restaurants and shopping. It’s also a great central location for all of your San Diego fun – San Diego Zoo, beaches, museums and more. […]
Exploring Little River, Mendocino and Fort Bragg in Northern California
Mendocino County is a truly beautiful place. Even if you’re short on time, you’ll still be able to soak up a whole lot of the natural beauty of Northern California. I felt completely refreshed after a single day of exploring, but I also enjoyed the extra days I spent at the Little River Inn for […]