Portland Dining Month 2026
Portland Dining Month 2026: A 24-Hour Itinerary With 3 Restaurants, a Ghost Tour & the World’s Largest Bookstore How to eat, explore, and experience the best of Portland, Oregon every March, on a foodie’s budget. What Is Portland Dining Month? Portland Dining Month is one of the best food events in the Pacific Northwest. Every […]
Exploring Charleston: History
Exploring Charleston: History, Hauntings, and Harbor Views Charleston is a city best experienced slowly—layer by layer, story by story. From powerful historic sites to poetic ghost tours and unforgettable sunsets on the harbor, our time here blended education, reflection, beauty, and Southern hospitality in the most meaningful way. Boone Hall Plantation: A Powerful and Necessary […]
The Ultimate Weekend Getaway in Astoria
The Ultimate Weekend Getaway in Astoria, Oregon: Escape Rooms, Spa, Shopping & Best Restaurants Your Guide to the Best Things to Do in Astoria — Oregon’s Oldest City on the Coast By Sunshine Escapes Travel Looking for the perfect weekend getaway from Portland? Astoria, Oregon — just under two hours from the city — is […]
Is Portland a Good Place to Visit for Christmas?
Is Portland a Good Place to Visit for Christmas? Absolutely. A Christmas vacation in Portland, Oregon offers a perfect mix of festive lights, cultural experiences, and cozy winter charm—without the overwhelming crowds of larger cities. From world-class holiday light displays to historic mansions and river parades, Portland delivers a magical yet relaxed holiday atmosphere ideal […]
Our Introduction to New Orleans: Food, City Orientation & the Mississippi River
Our Introduction to New Orleans: Food, City Orientation & the Mississippi River Absolutely. A Christmas vacation in Portland, Oregon offers a perfect mix of festive lights, cultural experiences, and cozy winter charm—without the overwhelming crowds of larger cities. From world-class holiday light displays to historic mansions and river parades, Portland delivers a magical yet relaxed […]
Playing Tourist in Seattle
Playing Tourist in Seattle: Falling for a City I Thought I Knew After living in Portland my whole life, I always meant to do all the classic tourist things in Seattle—but somehow never quite got around to it. Most of our trips north were spent visiting family or friends just outside the city, so downtown Seattle was […]
Explore Disney World’s Magical Gingerbread Displays
Guide to Gingerbread at Walt Disney World: The Sweetest Holiday Tradition A couple of years ago, my family got to spend 10 amazing days at Disney World over Christmas, and I couldn’t take my eyes off the gingerbread displays. Since then, I’ve been obsessed! These giant, show-stopping creations are made by Disney’s top pastry teams, […]
Top Vegas Experiences: Shows, Adventures, and Luxury Stays
Things to do in Vegas Swapping the Strip for the sky—soaring over the lights of old Vegas. Vegas is synonymous with world-class entertainment, and I always build my trips around seeing a few iconic performances: “O” by Cirque du Soleil (Bellagio): An ethereal, water-based masterpiece. This is my all-time favorite Vegas show! Michael Jackson ONE […]
Top Things to Do in Charleston SC for History Lovers
Things to do in Charleston, SC Plantation beauty and hidden Charleston🌳🌿 Our first morning in Charleston, we went to Boone Hall Plantation, one of the oldest working plantations in America. The all-access admission ticket allows you to explore its breathtaking oak-lined drive, historic mansion, and moving exhibits that share the stories of the enslaved people […]
Hilton Head, SC Vacation Guide: Explore Beaches, Resorts, and Attractions
Hilton Head, South Carolina I’m always on the lookout for properties that deliver on both comfort and character. I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head Island. Tucked among live oaks and steps from the sand, this property offers the perfect mix of resort luxury and coastal relaxation. We […]