I had a long list for a one night stay in Palm Springs: A visit to the Palm Springs Tourist Center; a tour of the Mid-Century homes; sit by the pool and catch up on five years worth of reading; dinner at the Viceroy; get a decent photo of the many windmill parks that surround the city. … Read More
On my way to Yosemite for the long weekend! A 3 1/2 hour drive from SF. It has been on my list for 4 years. Can’t wait to see the Giant Sequoia trees. Pictures soon! (Okay, not so soon. There is only a verizon tower near Yosemite, which mean all other cell providers do not … Read More
I am off to Port Townsend WA to an art retreat – I have been trying to get to one for the past few years. It will require a flight to Seattle, renting a car & gps, a car on a ferry, and a 2 hour drive thru the Olympic Peninsula. Here are some of my inspirations … Read More
It’s an extraordinary 4 hour drive from SF to Tahoe especially from Sacramento onward thru the snow capped Sierra Nevada Mountains. It has been a while since I’ve seen snow – this is the perfect mild setting enjoy it and not to mention, Tahoe is skiiers paradise. I am staying at a cozy Hyatt www.laketahoe.hyatt.com. The lobby … Read More
Just an 1hr30min drive north from LA – is Santa Barbara — a great one or two night away go-to spot. Cute town, nice places to stay. My favorite being, Bacara Resort, right on the water*, great spa, fitness center, pricey but good restaurant, and nice rooms. *It is on/facing/near the beach but the beach … Read More
Just over the Golden Gate bridge is Sausalito… The picturesque town is filled with artist galleries and boutiques. I am staying at The Inn Above the Tide, www.innabovetide.com right on the water and in the center of town.
When I was in Palm Springs, at the tourist / info center – in that funky Jetson building, I bought a book on California Getaways that mentioned Catalina Island. It is a short ferry ride off the coast of Long Beach, easy to get to and so much fun. I am staying at a the Inn at Mt … Read More
I was really excited to go to the Canyon Ranch Spa location based on the brochures and price it seems like the perfect wellness renewal spot. I flew into Scottsdale and drove to Tuscon which is mildly interesting but not a do-over. Once you get to the resort, you are greeted by a friendly staff . … Read More
My Vegas tale is a bit different than most 1. I have been there for fashion & shoe trade shows at many times and have never really thought of photographing it 2. I don’t gamble 3. I am curious about the desert and what it would be like to drive thru it. I am reading (or … Read More
It’s a 2 hour drive from LA to Palm Springs and if you’ve ever wondered what this drive looks like. Here it is: I took a million shots all of which I thought were different but in reality…they kind of all look like above. You will know you are at Palm Springs when see the … Read More