• Renting a Car in Los Cabos
    Mexico,  Travel,  Travel Prep

    What You Need To Know About Renting A Car In Cabo

    One of the best ways to explore Los Cabos is by renting a car and seeing the sites at your leisure. Although there are plenty alternate transportation options from the public bus, taxis and Uber, as well as tours that offer transportation, you will likely save money by renting a car and driving yourself. If flexibility, spontinaety and privacy are important during your vacation, I highly recommend renting a car during your stay. We have driven all over the Los Cabos area, all the way up to La Paz and back. I can say with confidence that it is a very safe area for tourists and we’ve always felt comfortable…

  • My charcuterie platter on board Alaska Airlines
    Keto,  Lunch,  Travel

    Charcuterie at 35,000 feet

    Why settle for some prepackaged airline snack box when you can enjoy a delicious charcuterie tray at 35,000 feet! Sure you could grab a fast food meal from the airport food court, but with a little pre-planning you will be dining in style on your next flight. Does this seem a little over the top? Maybe, but you will thank me when you are eating this while the person across the isle is cracking open their tiny bag of of allergen friendly snacks. Customize your tray with exactly what your traveling heart desires. Food allergies? No problem. You are in complete control of this meal and can cater it to…

  • How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Magnolia Market in Waco Texas
    Great American Road Trip,  Texas,  Travel,  Travel Prep

    How to Plan a Trip to Magnolia Market in Waco Texas

    It goes without saying that a trip to Magnolia Market in Waco, Texas is like a trip to the heart of the farmhouse revival for fans of the show Fixer Upper. My husband called it “Disneyland for the ladies” and he’s not wrong! Joanna’s style has struck a cord with women who strive to replicate the farmhouse look in their own homes. As a result of it’s popularity, fans from all over travel to the Silos to get a taste of Chip and Joanna’s charming flagships store, Magnolia Market. I had heard from friends who had been as well as online reviews that said it was VERY crowded. I was …

  • road trip essentials
    Desert Southwest,  Great American Road Trip,  Quick Tips,  Summer,  Travel

    Top 10 Things to Bring on a SW Desert Road Trip

    Little Essentials to Make Your Road Trip to the Desert States More Enjoyable Prior to our recent road trip, I tried to be mindful of all the things that might come in handy for my family who would be spending a large amount of time in a very dry environment. I kept watching the forecast to see the temps for the Las Vegas, NV and St George, UT areas and they were both consistently over 100 degrees for days on end. The average temps were around 106 degrees. As a native Oregonian, our summers are very comfortable, usually in the mid 80’s. We typically top out at 100 degrees, but it only…