Where I document my adventures in travel, style, and food
Planning a trip with your fur baby? One of the best ways to travel long distance is with your bestest of friends! Not your human best friend, they just complain the whole time about how you are “ruining the song.” Psh. Lame! Invite your furry friend to join you on your road trip! They are [...]
Traveling With Kids Ain't No Easy Task Okay Mom's and Dad's out there I've got some tips & tricks that will help alleviate some of the stress that comes from traveling with kids! "To Do" Prior To Your Trip When planning anything, organization is always KEY so it would only make sense for easy travels… [...]
For those of you who haven’t seen my social media posts yet, we have a new addition to the family. Drum roll please … A new puppy! I know, I know, our house was basically a zoo to begin with, how can we possibly get a new puppy?! Well, it’s quite simple actually, umm he’s a freakin’ [...]
Mexico: Yucatan Just SouthWest of Cancun and Cozumel this beautiful state is densely populated and has much to offer. If you stay current with my posts, you will remember that Yucatan is where Chichen Itza is located and where the Mayans left much history. Walking around yucatan and/or taking local tour busses, you will find [...]
Planning a Mexico vacay, but don't want to go to the normal places? You are in the right place. Visiting Cancun Summa time is right around the corner and you know what that means... okay maybe you don't, but I'll tell you. It is time to start planning your Summer vacations! Those of you that [...]
Mexico: Mia Reef All Inclusive Resort Hey guys and gals! As you already know, I wrote about Isla Mujeres, an island off of Cancun; for those of you that never got a chance to read it, I'll give you a quick recap... Cody, my fiance, booked a wonderful trip to Isla Mujeres this last June. [...]
Know Someone Who Recently Got Engaged? With wedding season in full effect, and my wedding starting to creep around the corner, I have been on the prowl for the coolest venues, gifts, gowns, and so much more. Throughout my searches, I have come across tons of brilliant ideas, gorgeous venues, beautiful weddings, and some really [...]
Destination: Isla Mujeres Hey There! So just about this time last year, were on our way over to Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo Mexico. Cody, my fiance, to my surprise had planned out this entire trip to celebrate my birthday! My birthday kicks off Summer, so we have always traveled to beachy destinations! Are We There [...]
Focus: The Flavor As you should already know, my fur babies are pretty darn spoiled. They run full speed on an open golf course every day, travel to new states with me monthly, come to work with me at least once a week, and eat the absolute best food on the market. Since you probably [...]
Planning A Visit To Palm Desert? Need a last minute getaway?! I've got just the place ... Palm Desert, California! This adorable & super seasonal town is just the place to visit in the Fall or Winter. A popular destination for "snow birds" and those looking to enjoy a nice getaway. Sunny weather year round [...]
Cruising with Carnival Cruise Lines There are a variety of different cruise lines that you can choose from, and depending on your area, some may offer better destinations than others or a certain route that you want to go on. But chances are, you have heard of Carnival Cruise Lines and may have even looked [...]
Let's Get To Decorating! How to Furnish Your Home AFFORDABLY If you are on the hunt for furniture or accessories, there are a few ways you can go about it. What makes me the expert in affordable furnishings? Well, I own an affordable furnishings store. Lol. For those of you who have previously read about [...]
A Budget Weekend in Vegas Are you on a budget, but still want to come to Vegas and have a great time? Well then, this post is for you. Vegas can be extremely expensive, especially if you stay on the strip, go to clubs, take taxis back and forth, or drink overpriced, expensive drinks. Instead, [...]
Best Steaks in Palm Desert For all you carnivores that love a good steak, here is a quick list of the best steaks in the Desert. When you come to visit and are treating yourself to a wonderful round of golf, go ahead and top it off with a perfectly seasoned and made steak for [...]
As many of you already know, I own a business in the Coachella Valley. This means I frequent the area. At the beginning it was a big shock because Coachella Valley is MUCH different than Vegas; this city is far from 24 hours, has a much slower pace, and is seasonal. However, there was one [...]
Wrinkle Prevention and Reduction If you have ever dealt with wrinkle reduction and prevention, acne care, or pain relief, then this post is a MUST READ. Firstly, this is an absolutely honest review from someone who has been using it for 3 months (ME, lol). Now, something to keep in mind is – I have [...]
Why Your Fur Babies NEED Their Vitamins When it comes to our pets, we are ultra-loving, protective, and giving in every way we can. Maybe it is because they adore us with all of their heart, endlessly, even when we aren’t our best selves. What I can’t get my head around is: Why humans live [...]
This month, we are having a HUGE GIVEAWAY! A 3-Day Stay in a Cabin in Lake Arrowhead, California! You read that right! 2-nights and 3-days in the beautiful Lake Arrowhead, California for up to SIX people for FREE. The cabin is called a Ralph Lauren Couples Retreat! So, you already know it is going to [...]
Where to stop on a drive from LA to Palm Springs Tens of thousands travel from Los Angeles to Palm Springs every single weekend for a little getaway. And rightfully so! Los Angeles, as beautiful as it is, can get overly hectic really quickly... And Palm Springs is the perfect little blissful getaway from all [...]
Palm Springs might not be the first destination that comes to mind when you think, "Winter vacation," but to my surprise it actually holds quite a bit of Winter related activities. This has been my first Winter experiencing all it has to offer! Palm Springs Aerial Tramway For any of my long term followers, this [...]
What I Feed My Best Friends (Pets) This post is near and dear to my heart. As you guys know, I absolutely love animals, especially my own. I have 2 dogs and a cat. You see them in my photos all the time, but now it is time you know how the sustain their beautiful, [...]
Lee Canyon Ski Resort They say money can't buy you happiness, but it can buy you a lift pass and that is kinda the same thing. Lee Canyon Ski Resort is located just off the 95 fwy, 30 minutes North West of Las Vegas, Nevada. This beautiful ski & snowboard resort is the perfect day [...]
Eczema A lot of you probably don’t know this, as I am usually pretty socially closed off when it comes to my problems, but I have suffered from eczema for practically my whole life. Many times, when kids have issues like this, they can resolve as they grow closer to or even into adulthood. Well, [...]
Not all vacations are a dream… In fact, some of them can quickly turn into somewhat of a nightmare! Have you ever taken a vacation, only to take the wrong turn at every fork in the road? Not literally, metaphorically! I sure have. Quite a few times actually. The more you travel, the more you [...]
Is Traveling Messing With Your New Years Resolutions? Hey guys! Lately I've been receiving an overwhleming amount of questions from my followers about staying on my routine while I travel. Eating clean and fitness can easily get lost when you travel, but I don't let it! I have put together some of my fave tips [...]
Smile Brilliant Have you ever tried to whiten your teeth? If the answer is yes, then you are like me and are conscious about your smile. Maybe conscious isn’t the right word. Maybe we all just want to have confidence every time we laugh, smirk, or cheese for a picture! There is literally nothing that [...]
Pet Plate Those of you that follow me closely know that I love my dogs more than a baby loves their binky. And for those that read my post a few weeks ago about what I feed my dogs, know that I only give them the best food on the market – Pet Plate. This [...]
Catching a long flight and then de-boarding to go straight to a work event is never fun, but I have a few tips to help you look fresh faced and ready to take on the day! Hydrate: You have to stay hydrated to combat bloat & dry skin. I know peeing on planes is less [...]
Don't Let Your Travel Plans Stop Your Workout Routine! Being as I am always on the road for work I have had to reinvent the typical way of staying in shape, aka the gym! Not to mention, I am not a "gym" type of person - I enjoy the more traditional approach of staying in [...]
Happy Sunday Friends! I know... this is a little out of the ordinary, a post on a Sunday, but I've had a lot of you DM'ing me on Instagram & Facebook asking about my Sunday rituals. So I decided it is time to share! Who doesn't live for a lazy Sunday morning? I LOVE Sunday [...]
Good Morning! Today I wanted to talk about my favorite part of the day: mornings. I know, I know, most people will say that they are NOT a morning person, but I genuinely love them! It’s cooler outside, quieter in the mornings, and I have some time to myself. So, today I thought I’d go [...]
Happy Friday Friends! After my trip to Hawaii I got so many emails and dm's requesting my top places to grab some food. I realized that meant I had to wrote an article and share it with you all! Roy's Ever heard of Hawaiian fusion? It's a combination of traditional Hawaiian recipes + European techniques. [...]
Many, many years ago I stumbled upon this plantation and my life was ever changed by the delicious Dole Whip. Before I begin explaning how this tasty treat changed my life forever (not even exaggerating lol) I should share some background info on this plantation. So here I go... The Dole Plantation You [...]
Happy 1st Day of Winter! I decided to switch things up on you this week. Don't worry I'm still posting a recipe, but it'll go up this afternoon. Have you ever heard of a seasonal bucket list? Oh yeah, it's a thing! With every new season, comes a list of fun activities and goals we [...]
When In Oahu... Hawaii has some incredible view points, scenic destinations, historical landmarks, and what I believe to be some of the best hiking spots in the U.S. Yeah, a few of them will give you grey hairs early, but they are TOTALLY worth it!! If you are an outdoor enthsiast, the next time you [...]
REVIEW Happy Monday Friends! Last week I spent 5 days in Waikiki ( but you already knew that because you follow me on Instagram 😉 am I right?! ). Choosing a place to stay can be one of the toughest parts about organizng a trip. We want to be centrally located, stay in a clean [...]
I started traveling when I was just a kid. Often for my parents work, but as I got older, more so for curiosity and pleasure. Around the age of 19 I began working as a promotional model, causing me to travel often and using the room for the bare necessaties. They would fly us in [...]
Are you social media obsessed these days? Can you go an entire day without loggin into your Facebook or your Instagram account? For many, this is harder than it sounds, but boy is it necessary! I love social media, shoot a portion of my job is based off of social media, but every once in [...]
So as I am sure you have already noticed, I travel... A LOT. Mainly for work, but sometimes for pleasure. This can make it tricky for staying in shape, but that doesn't mean impossible. Take a look at a few of my top tricks for staying in shape on the road. Hotel Gyms I'm not [...]
Ladies!! We all know how horrible that one week a month can be for us, well those of us that struggle with PMDD or even a more severe case of PMS. The cramps, the bloating, the fatigue, hot flashes, nausea, and the many other physical symptoms that come with womanhood. I myself struggle with PMDD [...]
Thanksgiving Weekend: Camping in Barstow, CA I want to start off by saying that I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!!! Ours was incredible and this year was very different from every other. A normal Thanksgiving weekend looks like this: my fiancé and I load up our toy hauler with our buggy, dirt bikes, [...]
Hey There! I've got some exciting news: I will be spending 5 days in Hawaii for work, leaving this Friday. I am super stoked about this trip, but it came as a total surprise and it's very last minute. First things first, what do I pack?! 90% of my travels are work related and the [...]
GoodBeing: Product Review Hi There! Are you all ready for Thanksgiving?! I know I am!! Good food, good company, and a few days off... yessssss please! This week I received a beauty + wellness box from GoodBeing. They are a subscription based monthly lifestyle + beauty delivery company, with a focus on sustainable living! I [...]
Pet Plate: Meals Delivered Right To Your Door This post has a special place in my heart, and most likely will have one for you as well! Do you have pets? Or, as I like to call them, Fur Babies... 😊 Pet Plate is a dog food delivery service that I (and my babies) are [...]
If you haven't noticed, lately I've been baking kick. Fall tends to bring out all the crock pot meals and freshy baked treat recipes in me. Ha,Ha! No one in my houe is complaining, so it must be good. 😉 Are any of you seasonal chefs? I personally cook more in the Fall + Winter [...]
Holiday Season is upon us and to some many this can be a bit overwhelming... numerous dinner parties, family events, gift giving, and more. Let me help you alleviate some of the Holiday Gift Giving stress with some of my faves! We Drink Bubbles I am in love with this company, especially around this time of [...]
Tips Traveling Internationally can be overwhelming, exhausting, and fairly confusing. These past few years I have done my fair share of international travel. There has been MANY lessons learned and I want to share these with you... in hopes you won't have to experience any of them. Do's DO - research your airline restrictions on [...]
It's that time of the year where sweet potatoes are affordable and available in every store/ farmers market. I tend to get a little excited and purchase too many. Oooops! I mean c'mon, between practicing different variations of sweet potato pie, and appetizers for Thanksgiving, my fiance gets a little bored with sweet potatoes. Sooooo [...]
Growing up in Southern California I didn't get to experience the changing of the seasons. It wasn't until I moved away to Texas, when I began to understand that as the seasons changed so did everything else (skincare routine, outfits, activities, and much more). This was so much fun! Now that I am based out [...]