Author Archives: Stephanie Granada

These Holiday Markets Boast Chic Artisan Goods and Loads of Cheer

It’s time to go holiday shopping again. But as the end of the year approaches, it can be hard to find time to slip away… Read More

From Snowy Yellowstone to Sunny Kauai, These Winter Camping Spots Are Breathtaking and Uncrowded

Please note that due to COVID-19, campgrounds may not be open at full capacity or with all amenities. Summer and fall get all the… Read More

Top Colorado Ski Resorts

Choosing a top choice from the plethora of Colorado ski resorts is a lofty feat. The state claims nearly 30 dream mountains with… Read More

Everything You Need to Know to Teach Your Kids to Ski or Snowboard

Ski trips are the highlight of the season in the region, and every Westerner looks forward to the day when they can introduce… Read More

The Steamiest Hot Springs Hotels for Scenic Soaking

Please note that due to COVID-19, not all accommodations and amenities may be available. Long before spas were a thing, people sought out hot… Read More

Make This the Year You Finally See the Aurora Borealis

As far as bucket-list experiences go, seeing the aurora is at the top of the list. People think they have to make the trek… Read More

Skiing, Midnight Runs, and Music Fests for the Best New Year’s Eve

Unless you plan to find yourself under the northern lights, hosting a killer bash, or hiking in a stunning national park at… Read More

These Holiday Light Shows Are Merry and Extra-Bright

The West embraces winter in all its forms—and that’s especially true when it comes to the holidays. One of our favorite features of the… Read More

Picture-Perfect Ski Resorts for Families with Tiny Shredders

Dashing through the snow is a whole lot more fun when the entire clan is involved. For that, you need to scout the family… Read More

Meet the New Hotels Everyone Will Be Talking About This Season

As you plan your holiday and winter travel, take note of these buzzy openings making waves across the region. Taking stock, we find… Read More

These Ski Resorts Lead the Pack on Sustainability in the West

The West has some of the country’s best skiing, with resorts ranging in scope from underrated gems to Olympic-standard mountains. And while… Read More

These Beach Resorts Go All Out for the Winter Holidays

We welcome winter in the West in all its forms, from snowy weekends holed up at a cozy lodge retreat to ski holidays spent… Read More

Ski June Mountain, Swim in Palm Springs, and More Cool California Winter Getaways

You can winter any way you wish in Cali. With the state’s roster of secret beaches, iconic ski resorts, cozy cabins,… Read More

These A+ Ski Resorts Are Open for Shredding This Thanksgiving Weekend

For those who’d rather spend Thanksgiving carving something other than turkeys, the holiday weekend is the time for adventurous friend groups, families,… Read More

Turkey for Two: Romantic Thanksgiving Getaways for Couples

Whether your family plans are interrupted or you’re simply opting to bail on the festivities (and responsibilities), this could be the time to start… Read More

See Alaska’s Northern Lights, Bask on Hawaii’s Shores, and Other Unique Ways to Spend Thanksgiving

There’s no need to spend Thanksgiving fretting in the kitchen, fielding awkward family conversations and entertaining emergencies, and ending each night in a… Read More

The Best Towns in the West for Killer Trick-or-Treating

When Halloween rolls around, there’s no shortage of pumpkin patches, haunted houses, and eerie events to hit up. More advanced thrill-seekers may… Read More

Celebrate Day of the Dead with These Colorful DIY Sugar Skull Crafts

In Mexico, Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed on with colorful makeup,… Read More

Why Denver Is the Hottest Art City in the West Right Now

Denver has come along way from its beginnings as a mining supply town. Today, as the Mile High City experiences meteoric growth, it’s also… Read More

Why Late Fall Is Absolutely the Best Time to Go to Wine Country

We won’t deny the height of the crush season in any wine country is a ball. But, for those who prefer their vineyard… Read More

10 of the West’s Best Ghost Tours for Scary Stories and Creepy History

October brings the perfect opportunity to indulge in every type of thrill: Haunted houses, ghostly hotel stays, and ghost towns are… Read More