Get to Know the Santa Barbara County Town of Lompoc Thank you to Explore Lompoc for hosting my stay so I could write this review of my experience. We woke up to the hotel shaking – from a different kind… Melissa Curtin , June 8, 2025
Kate Hudson, Ice Cube and Other Memorable Moments From BottleRock Napa Valley 2025 Bring your stamina to BottleRock Napa Valley to savor the many amazing acts stacked all day, so you won’t miss anything. Discover new music, watch your favorite artists up close,… Melissa Curtin , June 8, 2025
A Room with a View: 5 Unforgettable California Destinations Thank you to the featured hotels for inviting me to stay so I could write a detailed review of my experience. Check out a new area and check into a… Melissa Curtin , June 8, 2025
10 Ways to Explore the Caribbean Island of St. Kitts Thank you to St. Kitts for inviting me to explore the island so I could write this detailed narrative of my experiences. There was once a volcanic island that so… Melissa Curtin , May 14, 2025
Top Stays in Palm Springs for Every Type of Traveler Steeped in mid-century modern architecture, Palm Springs is an easy escape (just two hours from Los Angeles), as a destination to decompress and rejuvenate and a design mecca for aficionados… Melissa Curtin , May 13, 2025
Explore Another Side of Southern California: Sunny and Bucolic Conejo Valley Thanks to Visit Conejo Valley for sponsoring my trip so I could write this detailed review of my experience. Just a 30-minute drive from Malibu and less than an hour… Melissa Curtin , April 30, 2025
11 Small Town Stays to Inspire Your Next California Road Trip Hit the open road, escape city life and settle into a scenic small town, where it’s easy to unwind and fall in love with California’s laid-back charm. Get a taste… Melissa Curtin , April 26, 2025
Find Peace and Gratitude In the Forests of Costa Rica Thank you to Rio Perdido and Tabacon for hosting my stay so I could write this detailed review of my experience. This post contains references to products from one or… Melissa Curtin , March 25, 2025
Find your Zen in Slovenia: 10 ways to connect with natural wonders A big thank you to the Slovenia Tourism Board for hosting my visit so I could write this detailed review of my experience. My bare feet felt at home on… Melissa Curtin , February 21, 2025
This private transportation service is one of the best-kept travel secrets for stress-free European vacations Daytrip was a lifesaver while I was traveling in Europe, for many reasons. This global travel platform provides door-to-door car transfers with English speaking drivers and optional sightseeing stops in… Melissa Curtin , February 19, 2025
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels is the epitome of SoCal cool Thank you to Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels for hosting my stay so I could write this detailed review of my experience. Sipping wine from a grand patio hanging… Melissa Curtin , February 15, 2025
This new ultra-luxe beachfront villa in Costa Rica is the perfect way to celebrate Pura Vida Thank you to The Point Luxury Villa for hosting my stay so I could write this detailed review of my experience. While I didn’t land on the villa’s private helipad,… Melissa Curtin , February 15, 2025
5 reasons (besides skiing!) to visit Jackson Hole this winter Thank you to Rusty Parrot Lodge and Spa for hosting my stay so I could provide this detailed review of my experience. Wyoming’s Jackson Hole valley, home to abundant wildlife… Melissa Curtin , February 11, 2025
California’s most overlooked state park inspires visitors to ponder their place in the universe A big thank you to Highway West Vacations Borrego Springs for hosting this trip so I could write this detailed review of my experience. My eyes began adjusting to the… Melissa Curtin , January 14, 2025
Memorable Montenegro: A traveler’s guide to this beautiful Balkan country Thank you to Montenegro Tourism for hosting me on this trip so I could write this detailed account about my experience. Perched above the Bay of Kotor, standing on my… Melissa Curtin , January 14, 2025
