A different side of Monterey county

Although the Monterey Coast is breathtaking and Carmel-By-The-Sea is idyllic, there is a whole other side to Monterey County that shouldn’t be missed — the Santa Lucia High... Read More

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Geyserville is worth a visit

By Patty Burness

Instead of driving past Geyserville on your way to somewhere else, stop and discover this historic town. In 1847, a series of hot springs were discovered called The Geysers and a c... Read More

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Endless summer in Laguna Beach

By Garrick Ramirez

My relationship with conservative Orange County is like that of someone who suspects they are dating the wrong person yet stays because the “company” is so good. Except... Read More

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Explore the beauty of Mendocino

By Patty Burness

On a gorgeous day, driving to Mendocino is a dream. Wind through the verdant Anderson Valley wine region and the Navarro River Redwoods State Park to Highway 1. Hit the rugged coas... Read More

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Summer in Park City

By Patty Burness; photos by Bo Links

Sometimes the best time to visit a winter resort is in the summer when hiking and different outdoor entertainment abound. In Park City, Utah we found warm days, beautiful terrain, ... Read More

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Big Sur for a little peace

By Garrick Ramirez

The next time you catch yourself longing for Hawaii, consider Big Sur as a local quick fix. Sure, you won’t find hula dancers and mai tais, but you will de-stress, breathe so... Read More

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Tahoe’s west shore is full of fun

By Patty Burness

It’s the perfect time to plan a warm weather getaway to Lake Tahoe. With that in mind, my husband and I chose the west shore (Homewood and Sunnyside) as our home base. We had... Read More

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Girlfriend hikes: Lovely trails and delicious lunches

By Patty Burness

Sometimes it’s just not possible to get away for the weekend. But that doesn’t mean fun has to be put on the back burner. Recently, one of my girlfriends and I decided ... Read More

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Seaside fun in downtown Santa Cruz

A laid-back town offers a place to recharge

By Patty Burness, photos by Bo Links

When the day-to-day routine wears thin, think about escaping to Santa Cruz. With its laid-back vibe, it’s the ideal place to reinvigorate yourself. Hit the waves with the sur... Read More

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Explore downtown Napa and neighboring Coombsville

By Patty Burness

There are so many wine areas in Napa, it’s hard to believe there are any more to be discovered. Recently we tasted our way through several wineries in the Coombsville AVA, th... Read More

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Party in Palm Springs

By Patty Burness

Palm Springs offers a glimpse of the glam life that Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope and Marilyn Monroe lived in what was the Hollywood hideaway. Palm trees swaying in the warm desert air, ... Read More

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Discover Yountville

By Patty Burness, photos by Bo Links

In 1836, Yountville was part of a land grant that transferred territory from Mexico to George Yount. Yount, the first white settler in the Napa Valley (and first to plant grapes), ... Read More

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The Scottsdale scene

By Patty Burness

When it’s warm desert air you crave, there’s no better place than Scottsdale. Formerly citrus groves and cotton fields, it’s now a mix of modern and Old West in t... Read More

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On the Road: Cruising to Alaska

By Patty Burness, photos by Bo Links

When you plan a trip for longer than a weekend, think Alaska. Now is the perfect time to cruise the Inside Passage. Experience the dramatic landscapes of the last frontier — ... Read More

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Enchanting Glen Ellen

By Patty Burness

In the mid-1800s, a tiny vineyard was first named Glen Ellen in what is now a beautiful town of the same name. This tiny community was also the former home of well-known authors Ja... Read More

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