My absolute favorite time of year at Pike Place Market in Seattle is in the spring, when the tulips, daffodils and hyacinths appear in rows of vibrant colors. I scoop up as many bouquets as I can while they are out and cherish the beauty they bring to the amazing energy of the market. I've worked ... Read More about Photo Friday: Pike Place Market in Full Bloom
Hotel review: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
On our recent trip to Maui, we spent some time in Kaanapali at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. This was our second stay at the Hyatt and would recommend it as a hip hotel for families visiting Maui. The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Kaanapali offers good online specials on rooms and ... Read More about Hotel review: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
Hip Home Rental: Ho’olei at Grand Wailea Delights with Perfect Marriage of House and Hotel Experience for Families
It’s a time intensive process finding the optimal family-friendly accommodation for a group of families. I am typically the eager travel planner for our group of friends, and although we are seasoned travelers together, you never know how the property will work out until you get there. On our recent ... Read More about Hip Home Rental: Ho’olei at Grand Wailea Delights with Perfect Marriage of House and Hotel Experience for Families
Bright Blue and Green: Hawaii Soothes Family Winter Blahs
In Seattle, the gray overcast skies and rain in January and February can definitely test your mood and make you crave more time outside to run and play. Typically with the din of the holidays behind us, we do our best to plan our escapes to sunshine during these winter months to keep our spirits up ... Read More about Bright Blue and Green: Hawaii Soothes Family Winter Blahs
Hip Travel Mama in 2010
2009 was an incredible year for family, travel, friends and career. With a new baby, we still managed to take some incredible trips with family and friends to Hawaii, Palm Springs, Southern California and Disneyland, Portland OR, Sunriver and Chelan WA. In 2010, with the little one now mobile and ... Read More about Hip Travel Mama in 2010