Make The Most Of Your Travels
Like most travelers, we found our international travel plans turned upside by the pandemic, but we didn't let our circumstances stop us from exploring our own backyard! This summer, we were lucky enough to be able to take a road trip to a few National Parks on the west side of the US. Our trip …
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As we begin venturing out again, we are constantly looking for outdoor activities that can be enjoyed at a safe social distance from other travelers. On our most recent trip to Tahoe, we found that Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park fit the bill perfectly! Their easy to use online reservation system ensured large crowds didn't gather …
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When you envision California's wine country, you might dream of a train tour through the rolling hills of Napa, or dreamy bed and breakfast in Sonoma. Although we love visiting these award winning valleys, we would like to share some of our favorite wineries in a different region: Livermore! The Livermore Valley is less than …
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Our honeymoon took us from San Francisco to Bali with a stopover in Singapore. As you know, we love making the most of our layovers. Typically we leave the airport and explore the city but this time we had plenty to see inside the terminals. In fact, immigration officials won't even let you leave SIN …
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Colorado is fast becoming one of our favorite weekend destinations. Cheap flights in and out of DEN and a 2.5 hour travel time from the bay area makes it the perfect destination for a quick trip. Add in the breweries, restaurants and mountain views, and you have the perfect spot for a mini vacation! For …
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We have lived in San Francisco for over 6 years and we are still enchanted by this city. There is so much to see and do in less than 49 square miles. Beyond Alcatraz and Pier 39, San Francisco has wonderful art, culture and cuisine. Use this guide to navigate your way though the city …
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After a work conference in Nashville, we decided to make the most of our trip and squeeze in a quick visit to the Great Smoky Mountains. We made the three-hour trek east to Gatlinburg and arrived late on Thursday evening. This meant we had only one day to enjoy the mountains before returning home on …
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New York City is a sprawling metropolis that can take a lifetime to see. But of course, this is Loving the Layover, so we are here to tell you how to make the most of 24 hours! We decided to start the new year with a trip to Manhattan. Knowing we only had one full …
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If you are interested in amazing sandstone formations, the rocky mountain region is for you! For experienced climbers, the Mile High State is the apex of adventure. But if you aren't looking to take on Pikes Peak, there is still plenty to do in Colorado. The Fountain Formation is the ancient bedrock responsible for the bizarre …
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On a recent trip, we took the train from Interlaken to Paris. The ride brought us through east-central France, past an area known as Burgundy or Bourgogne. As wine lovers and serial excursionists, we knew we had to stop and make the most of this travel day! We chose a guided tour with Authentica, which …
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