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Mexico City is one of those places where the hardest part of planning isn’t finding things to do. It’s figuring out which things are actually worth doing. There are incredible restaurants, tiny taco stands, museums, markets, cocktail bars, beautiful neighborhoods and enough recommendations online to fill a month-long trip. And you can’t do all of it. My approach? Don’t try. I like to choose one part of the city or one major experience each day, build a loose itinerary around

Paso Robles has been on my list for a while—not because I wanted to race through as many wineries as possible, but because it seemed like the perfect place for the kind of weekend I love: a few things planned, plenty of good food and wine, and enough room to see where the weekend takes us. We arrived Friday evening and spent Saturday visiting three very different wineries: Le Vigne, Calcareous and Sculpterra. In between, there were cocktails, a rooftop bar, downtown Paso and

There was a time when I packed a giant suitcase for every trip. I’d bring outfits “just in case,” book too many activities, and spend my vacation rushing from one side of the city to the other. Somehow, I always came home realizing I’d worn the same few outfits and barely had time to enjoy where I was. Eventually, I realized the problem wasn’t my packing. It was my planning. Over the years, I’ve developed a simple system that helps me travel lighter, stay organized, and make

The Perfect Mill Valley Cocktail & Apps Crawl for a Summer Date Night There’s something magical about Mill Valley on a warm summer evening. The sidewalks fill with people enjoying the sunshine, live music drifts through Depot Plaza, and the entire downtown feels relaxed in a way that’s hard to find elsewhere in the Bay Area. Instead of settling into one restaurant all night, make an evening of it by hopping between a few of Mill Valley’s best spots for cocktails and shareable

When most people picture a wine tasting in Sonoma, they imagine sitting on a patio with a beautiful view and a flight of wines. While there’s nothing wrong with that, some wineries invite you to experience much more than what’s in your glass. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Benziger Family Winery in Glen Ellen. Instead of heading straight to a tasting room, you’ll climb aboard an open-air tractor tram that takes you through the vineyards, stopping along the way to learn ab

A San Francisco Giants game is about so much more than baseball. Between the incredible waterfront views, iconic local food, and hidden corners of the stadium, Oracle Park is one of those places that’s worth visiting even if you don’t know the difference between a ball and a strike. Whether you’re a lifelong Giants fan or visiting San Francisco for the first time, here’s how to make the most of your day at Oracle Park. What to Eat at Oracle Park Crazy Crab Sandwich If you onl

You don’t have to wait for the weekend to have an adventure. One of my favorite things about living in the Bay Area is that an ordinary Tuesday can turn into an evening you’ll remember. This time, our destination wasn’t just Oracle Park—it was a full-on ballpark food crawl with a few neighborhood stops along the way. Start Across the Street at Fieldwork Brewing Instead of heading straight into the stadium, we kicked off the evening at Fieldwork Brewing, just a short walk from

If you’re looking for the perfect San Francisco day that feels like a mini vacation, this itinerary combines incredible coffee, one of the country’s best farmers markets, hidden wine bars, authentic Chinatown eats, a sweet treat in North Beach, and a historic waterfront cocktail—all without needing a car once you arrive. 8:00 AM – Coffee at Frank in Sausalito Start your morning in Sausalito with a coffee from Frank, one of my favorite neighborhood cafés. Grab your drink to go

The Restaurants Actually Worth Booking Las Vegas has more celebrity chefs and Michelin-recognized restaurants than almost anywhere in the U.S., but not every expensive dinner is worth your vacation budget. After plenty of research (and eating my way through Vegas), these are the restaurants I’d recommend depending on the experience you’re after. Best Steakhouse Experience Bavette’s Steakhouse & BarPark MGM If I could only recommend one steakhouse for a first-time Vegas visi

Most people visit Versailles for one reason: the Palace. But one of the biggest surprises from my trip? The town itself. Beyond the Hall of Mirrors and the famous gardens is a charming French town filled with cobblestone streets, lively cafés, beautiful markets, and some truly incredible restaurants. If you’re only grabbing a sandwich before heading back to Paris, you’re missing one of the best parts of visiting Versailles. Whether you’re spending a day exploring or staying o

If you’ve been researching the Versailles Grand Masked Ball, you’ve probably come across reviews that mention the long lines, the expensive drinks, the late-night crowds, or the fact that the event doesn’t always run as smoothly as you might expect. And honestly? Some of those things are true. We waited in lines. We wandered around trying to figure out where to go. We laughed about how hungry we were by the middle of the night. There were moments that felt a little chaotic an

If you’ve stumbled across photos of hundreds of guests dressed in elaborate gowns and powdered wigs dancing until dawn inside the Palace of Versailles, you’ve probably asked yourself one question: How do I actually go? That was exactly my question. The Grand Masked Ball at Versailles had been on my bucket list for years. It wasn’t just another elegant gala—it was the chance to step into another century for one unforgettable night. After months of research, planning, and final

One of my favorite things about traveling through Europe isn’t checking landmarks off a list—it’s finding a little café, ordering a coffee (or a spritz), and simply watching the world go by. In so many European cities, cafés aren’t just places to grab a quick drink. They’re where friends meet for hours, neighbors catch up, couples linger over breakfast, and solo travelers become part of the rhythm of the city. No one is rushing you out the door, and that’s part of the magic.

If you're planning a trip to Croatia, chances are your itinerary already includes Dubrovnik, Split, or Hvar. Those destinations deserve the hype—but don't make the mistake of skipping Zadar. I almost did. After spending time island hopping and soaking up Croatia's beaches, I wasn't sure what to expect from this small coastal city. What I found was one of my favorite stops on the trip: Roman ruins, marble streets polished smooth by centuries of footsteps, unforgettable sunsets

Hvar has a reputation as Croatia’s party island, but spend three days here and you’ll find it’s so much more — Venetian stone streets, fortress sunsets, secluded coves, and some of the clearest water in the Adriatic. Here’s how to spend three days on Hvar and actually see the island, not just its beach clubs. We arrived in Hvar just as the evening light settled over the island, and there couldn't have been a better welcome. We spent our first night swimming at our Airbnb as t

Looking for the ultimate one week in Split itinerary? If you want to really settle into one Croatian base instead of packing and unpacking every night, Split is one of the best cities in the country to do it from. It’s got a genuinely stunning Old Town built right into the walls of a Roman palace, a lively waterfront, great beaches minutes from the center, and — this is the real draw — it sits at the crossroads of the Dalmatian Coast. Islands, waterfalls, canyons, and medieva