Author Archives: Krista Simmons

A Luxe Sleeper Train Will Soon Connect San Francisco and Los Angeles

A new way to experience the Golden State’s dramatic scenery is about to launch, connecting two of California’s most iconic cities, Los Angeles and… Read More

Here’s How to Stay Fit This Holiday Season According to Top Celebrity Trainers

They say summer bodies are made in the winter, but that can be a real conundrum, as holiday season falls smack dab in the… Read More

Where to Travel This Winter Based on Your Zodiac Sign

With the accessibility of relatively affordable flights and the connectedness that comes along with the digital age, the world can truly feel like our… Read More

This A-Frame Alternative Is the Absolute Grooviest Winter Mountain Retreat

Nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains a short hour and a half from Los Angeles, Lake Arrowhead is an ideal jaunt for city folks… Read More

These Cleaning Secrets from Hotel Housekeeping Professionals Will Have Your Home Holiday-Ready

With the holiday entertaining season just around the corner, creating a pristine environment for guests is a top priority. After all, nothing sets the… Read More

These Are the Best Deals to Score on Travel Tuesday, Hands Down

Holiday shopping mode is in full swing this week. With some Cyber Monday deals happening yesterday and Travel Tuesday launching today, there are… Read More

You Can See the Northern Lights on Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Here’s How.

Experts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center have issued a geomagnetic storm watch for Thursday… Read More

This Hotel Used to House a Cult. Now It’s the Epitome of Cool.

Perched on the edge of Tomales Bay in Marin County, the newly revamped Lodge at Marconi blends natural beauty with… Read More

This Is the Biggest Holiday Travel Mistake You Can Possibly Make

Before there were Insta influencers and self-proclaimed social media experts, there was Samantha Brown. The celebrated travel host, who’s been on… Read More

This Travel Tuesday Is Going to Be the Biggest in History—Here’s How to Score the Best Deals

As the holiday season approaches, the buzz surrounding Travel Tuesday is louder than ever. Once overshadowed by the retail frenzy of Black Friday and… Read More

‘Yellowstone’ Is Returning for Its Final Season—Here’s How to Get the Look (Without Looking Cheesy)

2024 has undoubtedly been the year everyone went country. Wether it was Beyonce’s hit album Cowboy Carter or the much-anticipated return of the hit… Read More

This Trending Cooking Oil Is Made with Algae—and It Might Just Replace Your Olive Oil

In a world where chartreuse squeeze bottles of EVOO and jars of fiery Chinese chili oil can have cult followings, it’s… Read More

Hotel Concierges Share the Secret to Getting VIP Treatment Every Single Time—Without Spending a Penny

In the world of luxury hotels, the concierge can be your golden ticket to VIP treatment—if you play your cards right. These oft-overlooked employees… Read More

The Forest Service Is Catastrophically Slashing Its Workforce—Here’s What That Means for Hikers and Travelers

A significant challenge looms over the future of the outdoors spaces that many hikers and nature lovers cherish. The U.S. Forest… Read More

I Tried a Traditional Temazcal Sweat Lodge. Here’s How It Went.

As a lifelong athlete and yogi, I’m the first to jump at a new wellness experience. But I’ll have to admit the idea of… Read More

The Deadliest National Parks in the United States, Ranked

Getting outside can be one of the most rewarding activities. But it’s also no secret that venturing into the wild comes with inherent risks, which… Read More

This New Superhighway Unlocks Mexico’s Secret Beach Town

Mezcal-loving beach goers got a real gift in the form of the new 104-kilometer superhighway connecting Oaxaca City to Puerto Escondido, a recently… Read More

Avoid Doing These Things to Prevent Aging (and Live up to 7 Years Longer)

San Francisco-based author, firefighter, and paraglider Caroline Paul has always filled her life with adventure. Now in her late fifties, she’s released… Read More

This Historic Hot Spring Just Got a Major Glow up and It Will Instantly Melt Away Stress

Murrieta Hot Springs in the Temecula Valley has been a distinguished spot for celebs to retreat to since it first opened… Read More

These Are the Best Shackets for Fall (and They Work for Every Body)

As the leaves turn and the air crisps, it’s time to embrace the season’s unsung style hero: the shacket. This delightful hybrid of shirt… Read More

Chefs and Foodies Used to Hate This Ingredient. Now They Can’t Stop Using It.

Not too long ago, packaged pasta from the grocery store was somewhat taboo. Chefs and food fanatics often touted the superiority of pasta fatta a… Read More

This Place Is the Absolute Best Spot for Dahlia-Peeping

Nestled in the heart of the San Juan Islands in Washington, Orcas Island is well-known for its whale watching, world-class kayaking, and creative community. Read More

This Perfume Makes You Smell Like Extinct Flowers—and Yes, That’s a Good Thing

Anyone who’s gone down the ScentTok rabbit hole knows that the world of perfume is as vast as it is overwhelming. And while there are… Read More

The Iconic Highway 1 Through Big Sur Won’t Reopen Until at Least 2025

With dramatic cliffs that cascade into the Pacific and countless cute country towns along the way, Highway 1 is one of those bucket list… Read More