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Okanagan Spring Break Skiing at Sun Peaks, Silver Star, Big White

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Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. My experience was a part of a media trip with Destination BC, Ski BC. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Even the black diamond runs are green this season on the local mountains as a lack of snow has left the chair lifts motionless and lodge doors closed. Fortunately, I did get a taste of winter earlier this season when I was whisked away to the Okanagan to experience three stunning resorts and discover what […]

Spa at the Four Seasons Seattle: My Oxygen Facial

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Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. Opinions are those of the author. The spa treatment was compliments of the hotel for media review purposes. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

After our heavily caffeinated drive from Vancouver to Seattle, and after quickly taking in our room’s stunning 10th floor ocean-front view as the light change across the Pacific Northwest sky, Rebecca and I were quickly whisked downstairs to the hotel spa for some much needed rest and relaxation. A girls getaway isn’t complete and without […]

7 Simple Steps for Enjoying a Romantic Getaway in the Fraser Valley

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Disclosure: Review — This is not a paid post. Views are my own. Our stay at and meals were compliments of Rowena's Inn. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

I usually plan a weekend getaway leading up to our wedding anniversary and for #9 this year, I looked east to the Fraser Valley. We’ve always enjoyed our time in Maple Ridge, Chilliwack, Harrison, Agassiz, and beyond, where rushing streams meet pristine lakes, old growth forests cling on mountainsides, and farmers grow a bounty of […]

San Andreas Fault at Coachella Valley Preserve

Comments 1 by Rebecca Bollwitt
Disclosure: Sponsored Post — Views expressed in this post are my own. I would like to thank Rogers Communications for organizing the trip to use Roam Like Home. With Roam Like Home, Rogers customers can use their Share Everything plans (data and unlimited talk and text) in the U.S. for just $5/day. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

San Andreas Fault at Coachella Valley Preserve and the Thousand Palms Oasis near Palm Springs, California.

Joshua Tree National Park Photowalk

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Disclosure: Sponsored Post — Views expressed in this post are my own. I would like to thank Rogers Communications for organizing the trip to use Roam Like Home. With Roam Like Home, Rogers customers can use their Share Everything plans (data and unlimited talk and text) in the U.S. for just $5/day. Please review the Policy & Disclosure section for further information.

Vancouverites tend to flock to several warm-weather destinations south of the border and Palm Springs is certainly one of the popular choices. John and I recently had the opportunity to get away, thanks to Rogers Communications, and the Palm Desert was calling our name. Resort spas, cocktails, brunch, and shopping were all on our list […]