I decided to put together my perfect 4 day Los Angeles itinerary after getting asked for recommendations multiple times. My style of travel is to stick to mostly non-touristy activities, maybe with a few popular attractions thrown in. And there’s…
23 Best Date Night Restaurants in Seattle
I’m honored you came to me to find the best date night restaurants in Seattle. Every relationship deserves a romantic evening out where two people can get to know each other or reconnect. However picking the right spot can be…
Best Sushi Restaurants in Seattle at Every Budget
This article on the best sushi restaurants in Seattle has been a long time coming. I eat sushi more than the average person and realized last year that I should be sharing my favorites with the world. But given there…
11 Must-Try Halal Restaurants in Seattle
I often get asked where to find halal restaurants in Seattle. While I don’t practice Halal, I have a lot of friends that do and wanted to provide a resource for those looking for halal food in Seattle. If you’re…
27 Stylish Vintage Clothing Shops in Seattle
Some of my oldest memories of first moving here are scouting vintage clothing shops in Seattle. Old-school followers will remember I used to run a street style blog called The Emerald Closet. I loved fashion up through my late 20s,…
21 Best Takeout Restaurants in Seattle
Going out to eat is nice and all, but there’s nothing like ordering from the best takeout restaurants in Seattle and stuffing yourself silly in PJs. No manners. No small talk. Just you and the freedom to be as slovenly…
28 Most Romantic Airbnb in Washington State
I’m always on the hunt for romantic airbnb in Washington state because Dan and I enjoy taking romantic getaways for holidays, birthdays, and our anniversary. Especially since we see each other almost 24/7, the change of scenery does wonders for…
17 Made in Oregon Gifts Anyone Would Love
I love discovering made in Oregon gifts whenever I visit the Beaver State. One of my favorite things to do is pop into shops, and whenever I’m at a market I grab business cards for items that catch my eye….
15 Best Places to Stay in Lake Chelan
Whether it’s for my travel planning clients or my 1-2 visits a year, I’m always on the hunt for the best places to stay in Lake Chelan. If you’re not familiar, Lake Chelan is a popular wine region surrounding one…
18 Best Antique Shops in Portland
I always make time to visit the best antique shops in Portland whenever I’m in town. There’s just something special about finding unique items when traveling, and lucky for us PDX has a thriving antique and vintage scene. If you…
20 Pawsome Pet-Friendly Hotels in Washington
Since I often travel with my sister’s English bulldog, I’m always on the look out for pet-friendly hotels in Washington. We love bringing the dog so it feels like the whole family is together, especially when we’re going on hiking…
My Famous Sourdough Sausage Stuffing
My sourdough sausage stuffing consistently ranks as the winning side dish every Thanksgiving. Stuffing was always my favorite side growing up, so I’d be sorely disappointed when I went to gatherings and it was dry or lacking flavor. So I…