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Lake Tahoe Ironman
The second annual Lake Tahoe Ironman Triathlon drew thousands to our new home of NorCal. The Guy and I made our commute to Lake Tahoe at the crack of dawn Friday morning to get ready for his upcoming...
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That time we came face to face with a bear
Thanks for all your comments in yesterday’s post about the Lake Tahoe Ironman being cancelled after my husband signed up for it, trained his heart out, and only to be disappointed by the outcome....
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Petty Harbour, Newfoundland
For the most part I kept my blog updated for the majority of the time I was home, minus the last 2 weeks. I’m probably stating the obvious here, but I clearly didn’t want people to realize our house in...
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Our 2 day honeymoon
I mentioned last week I wouldn’t reveal what I got The Guy for his birthday because we wanted to experience it together first before telling everyone! Now that our unplugged weekend is over, we can...
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7 Things to do in Carmel
We had a major plans to fully relax and evoke in everything our weekend getaway to Carmel had to offer. Temperatures when we visited (October) were perfect. Ranging from 20-28°C/70-80°F during the day...
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Visiting Hofsas House in Carmel-by-the-Sea
For my husbands birthday I surprised him with a two day honeymoon to the 3rd romantic city in the world Carmel-by-the-sea, California. You see we got married in less than a week, and immediately packed...
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Wine Walk Tour, Carmel
If you love wine, you are in for a treat when you visit Carmel-by-the-Sea. With 12 wine tasting rooms all within walking distance of one another, you can have your pick of four 1oz pours at your choice...
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Conception Harbour, Newfoundland
I know what you’re thinking with regards to the name Conception Harbour, especially if you have your mind in the gutter. Newfoundland has always been known to have unusual names for the towns. Cow...
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la Balena, Carmel
Carmel will forever be treasured as one of our favourite vacations. Although too short for our liking, we will most likely return as it’s so close to where we live. Excursions to Point Lobos, and the...
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Sailing San Francisco Bay on an America’s Cup Yacht
When I was a child, I remember my parents sailing out of the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club in St. John’s for weekend trips along the coast. My Uncle bought a yacht in the 80s so the crew of them had an...
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Explore Carmel, California
My best friend is coming to visit! That means it’s going to be a fun girls trip all week long, I’m not sure I can hold in my excitement. Jenna and I have been BFF’s since we were 3 years old, and it’s...
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San Jose Staycation
I’m back in the game, folks! The past number of weeks have been fairly busy over in my neck of the woods. With playing tourist in my own city for a little bit, then having one of my closest friends...
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La Lune Sucrée, San Jose
Imagine waking up in a quiet secluded apartment with fresh flowers hanging from the balcony, overlooking a cobblestone street. You simply just want to throw on a casual loose linen tee and an old pair...
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Rose Garden, San Jose
Roses hold a little special place in my heart. When my Husband and I planned our wedding in 6 days, I had nothing picked out. It was especially fun trying to find a dress after we decided to finally go...
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Explore California: San Pedro Square, San Jose
Can you believe we visited the first week of March and it was practically like a gorgeous summers day? I mean, I guess I should get used to it given that we’re in California. But it still boggles my...
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Winchester Mystery House
Winchester Mystery House is a historic house in San Jose. The still unfinished mansion is full of strange hallways, hidden rooms, and supposedly various ghosts. The Guy and I took a tour there while on...
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Alfie explores Dolores Park
I knew before my friend Megan moved back to Toronto, that we’d have to have a doggy play date at some point. So a few days before I flew back to Newfoundland (I’m still here for a few more days!) I...
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St. John’s, Newfoundland
It’s incredible at how much a place can change in so little time. New box stores and huge buildings going up, or subdivisions being built up in what used to be forested areas. When I think back, it...
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Wineries, Spa treatment, and Zazu Kitchen
(Photos above via Sonoma County Tourism — the rest in this blog post have been taken by me) Well folks, it’s wine o’clock somewhere! Am I right? All these places you see and dream about while living...
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European vibes at Santana Row’s Hotel Valencia
Whether it be opening the french doors to a balcony over looking a courtyard, or the beautiful architecture outside and in. Hotel Valencia is a place I definitely want to spend another few nights at....
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