Every year, my friends and I try to carve out a long weekend to get away together. For a few days, we trade our roles of caring for others as moms, wives, daughters, and doctors to focus on self-care, laughter, and joy. Over the years, our girls’ trips have taken us everywhere from Palm Springs, Sedona, Oregon […]
Last summer, we had an unforgettable family adventure in southeast Wyoming — full of wild landscapes, friendly competition, and plenty of new experiences! Splitting into two teams, we took on some of the best outdoor activities Wyoming has to offer, from archery and rock climbing to fly fishing and horseback riding. Over the course of three days, we traveled west from Cheyenne to Saratoga, making incredible memories along the way. Follow along for an overview of our epic itinerary and for inspiration to help plan your own trip to Wyoming!
Families visiting Blackwater Creek Ranch are treated to a rugged escape in Cody, Wyoming, complete with historical charm and Western hospitality. The ranch offers a variety of activities such as trail rides, archery, shooting, and white-water rafting. Guests can enjoy all-inclusive meals and activities, and accommodations are cozy and comfortable. A visit to the nearby town of Cody offers opportunities for exploring local attractions like the Buffalo Bill Center of the West and enjoying a night at the Cody Rodeo.
Every summer, we try to visit a national park or few. So far this summer, we’ve been to the Great Smoky Mountains to see the synchronous fireflies, and we did a road trip with the grandparents through Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. I’ve been sharing more of our adventures on our Instagram account, so […]
We chose Sedona for our girls trip for its incredible natural beauty, focus on wellness, great weather in late September, and dining options. Details and itinerary are shared in this post!
If you are looking for a bucket list luxury guest ranch vacation, look no further. For four nights last March 2022, we went on a multigenerational trip to Vista Verde Ranch (VVR) – an all-inclusive Colorado luxury dude ranch in the Rocky Mountains, just north of Steamboat Springs. Everyone (ages 7 through 74 at the time) said this was one of our most unique and best vacations ever!
Many people drive from Southern California or Las Vegas to ski at Brian Head. I hope this summary of our February 2021 road trip provide some ideas for other fun things to do and parks to visit on the way there and back. There will surely be something for each person in your group to enjoy!
Travel and recreating this summer may take a little more planning than usual, but I’m happy to report that it can still be done safely and thoughtfully! Our family has enjoyed a few day trips and local camping trips this summer, despite the pandemic. Of note – things could change as there is currently an […]
My husband Jason is Canadian – he doesn’t mind the cold, loves the mountains (although he grew up in the prairie), and loves skiing. I’m a Bostonian who dreaded winters growing up, loves beaches and warm weather… hence our move to Southern California, where we now live. Since Jason is so accommodating with all the […]