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Outdoor Adventure

These 8 Hidden Swimming Holes Will Make Your Summer

When temperatures rise, there's nothing better than cooling off at a pool deep in the wilds—and nowhere in the West more beautiful than these jaw-dropping spots.

June 4, 2019

January 31, 2024

Better with Sprinkles

11 Cool Pool Floats for Endless Summer Splashing

Stay cool on the water with these whimsical pool floats for little ones and kids-at-heart

June 14, 2018

June 26, 2019

10 Ways to Save Water at Home

With temperatures reaching an all time high, now is the time to think about saving water at your home.

November 1, 2017

July 12, 2021

The Latest From Sunset

Chez Mia Corpse Reviver #2

Corpse Reviver #2

This classic cocktail is a citrus-forward delight with a hint of absinthe to awaken your senses.

May 6, 2025

May 6, 2025

Nicolette’s Waterfire

Nicolette’s Waterfire Cocktail

This bold cocktail combines fresh watermelon and fiery Fresno chiles for a sweet and spicy delight.

May 6, 2025

May 6, 2025

Chez Mia Grilled Branzino

Grilled Branzino with Preserved Lemon Sauce

This Mediterranean-inspired dish brings branzino to life with a vibrant preserved lemon sauce and a fresh herb garnish.

May 6, 2025

May 6, 2025

Chez Mia Grilled NY Strip Steak

Perfect Grilled NY Strip Steak

This striploin is everything a steak should be: tender, flavorful, and finished with just the right touches of luxury.

May 6, 2025

May 6, 2025

Stay Hydrated

Get Well Soon

Alcohol-Free Cocktails from the Best Bartenders in the West

Tasty non-tipples for dry January and beyond.

January 21, 2021

May 21, 2021

Cocktail with Flower Garnish

5 Easy Cocktails to Beat the Heat

Cool off with a frosty beverage. Here are some of our favorite summer cocktails.

August 21, 2020

August 21, 2020

10 Lemonade Recipes That’ll Make You Happy It’s 94 Degrees Out

When it's hot outside, mix up one of our favorite tart-sweet thirst-quenchers for work and play

August 20, 2015

July 12, 2021

Keep Your Home Cool

Portable Fan

I Don’t Have A/C: Here’s What Keeps My Home Cool

These easy ideas will keep your home cool—and lower your energy bill.

July 29, 2019

July 24, 2023

Keep It Cool: Eco-Friendly Ways to Stay Comfortable at Home

Keep your home cooler this summer, and boost your air conditioning efficiency, with a few simple tips.

July 11, 2021

July 12, 2021

A Disappearing Pool Is the Small Yard Hack of Your Dreams

File this pool that transforms into a patio with the touch of a button.

July 9, 2021

March 24, 2022

Klopf Architecture in Sacramento designed this single-story modern house with intense summer heat in mind, building a patio under the shade of a mature oak with a large overhang.

This Sacramento Stunner Is Built to Beat Intense Heat. Learn How They Did It on The Bay Area Modern Architecture Tour.

This gem is designed to maximize shade and natural circulation on toasty days.

June 25, 2021

August 11, 2021

Keep Your Plants Cool

Flowers & Plants

Water-Wise Plants That Go Way Beyond Succulents

These plants grow effortlessly in low-water conditions.

September 11, 2013

January 13, 2023

11 Ways to Cut Back on Water Consumption in Your Garden

Cutting back on watering doesn't mean letting everything die.

November 1, 2017

July 12, 2021

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Don't Let the Heat Kill Your Garden! Five Ways to Save Your Plants' Lives

Five ways to save your plants' lives .

June 23, 2021

July 29, 2021

Yellow and green cactuses in a planter

Flowers & Plants

How to Ensure Your Cactuses and Succulents Live Their Best Life

What are the best varieties of cactuses and succulents to grow? Here are tips on planting and caring for these desert-dwellers so you can help them thrive.

July 1, 2019

October 7, 2022

Escape the Heat Entirely

Girl swimming in ocean with fish

Traveling to Hawaii Just Got Easier— Here Are 10 Stunning Hotels to Entice You Back

Hawaii's updated Covid guidelines have us packing our bags to enjoy its new offers.

July 9, 2021

July 9, 2021

Redfish Lake Lodge, Stanley, ID

6 Lake Retreats Where You Can Relive Your Summer-Camp Days

Beat the heat at these lakeside lodges and resorts with nostalgic summer camp vibes

July 15, 2019

January 15, 2020

Cathedral Mountain Lodge's cozy cabins set against the mountains of B.C.

Cozy Cabins for a Weekend Getaway in the West

Cozy up at one of these cabins to beat the heat.

October 7, 2013

July 12, 2021

Stay Aware

View from Bunsen Peak Trail with view of Sepulcher Mountain at Yellowstone

Climate Change Is Taking Its Toll on America’s First National Park

Yellowstone National Park (like much of the world) is displaying definitive signs of the impact of global warming.

June 28, 2021

July 12, 2021

How to Prep Your Home for Wildfire Season

Get your home and yard ready for wildfire season with these essential tips.

May 24, 2019

May 2, 2022

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