Carmel by the Sea Hotels: Where to Stay in Carmel
If you’re vacationing in the beautiful Monterey area, I recommend staying in the quaint town of Carmel by the Sea. You’ll find many…
carmel
Carmel-by-the-Sea in Photos
Carmel-by-the-Sea, also known as Carmel, just might be the cutest town in the United States. It’s an unusual combination that I just can’t define…
20 California Campgrounds in Amazing Locations
California campgrounds: There is an astounding variety of places to camp in California, from oceanfront sites with a view, to campsites under the…
Last-Minute Sustainable Gift Ideas
As a teacher, I’m always scrambling before the holidays to get final exams done, so holiday shopping is not my forte. Fortunately, I’ve…
What to Do in Northern California in December
(Updated for 2023!) Northern California may not be the first place that pops into your head for winter travel, but winter is actually a…
Favorite Hotels & Inns in Northern California
When we plan a trip, there’s almost nothing I think about more than where I’m going to rest my head. Because the right…
Things to Do Sonoma County: 30 Amazing Ideas!
Sonoma County is quintessential Northern California. The charming small towns, beautiful wine country, rugged coast and rolling, farm-studded hills make it one of my…
What If Your Kids Don’t Want to Travel?
“Please, Mommy, no more trips. I just want to stay home.” As much as I hate to even think about it, this is the…
30 Things to Do in the Monterey Bay Area
The Monterey Bay area is one of my favorite parts of California. It’s a powerful combination of stunning natural beauty, wildlife, a charming small-town atmosphere,…
How to Spend 5 Days in San Francisco with Kids
When I was a kid, I moved a lot. The longest that we stayed in one place was 3.5 years in Connecticut. My mom…