Time flies. You make resolutions for a new year, next thing you know you’re enjoying the Summer sun and holiday shopping again. Ideally as the years roll by, there are moments that stand out, punctuating your life with happiness, exhilaration, laughter and love. Some are planned, many are not. As someone who loves to day… Read More 6 Experiences on My Bucket List
Work has taken me to Tucson a couple times in the past few months. On my first trip, I was enamored with the tall, ‘Gumby shaped’ cacti and waterfalls around the tranquil Loews Ventana Canyon Resort, a vastly different landscape than the coastal beaches I grew up near. On this quick two days in Tucson,… Read More Two Days in Tucson
Get In The Spirit(s) Once upon a time, I didn’t like wine. I’m going to pause for a moment and let that sink in. You may have noticed the ever growing ‘Wine Tasting’ category on this very blog, highlighting everywhere from Napa and Sonoma to Paso Robles, and San Diego and find this confession hard… Read More 4 California Distilleries Worth a Visit
You could spend weeks, months, even years exploring a place like San Francisco. I live here and still find new things to do all the time. If, however you find yourself with only one day in San Francisco, I’ve got an itinerary for you! In the past, I’ve shared both a whirlwind city tour and… Read More One Day In San Francisco: Beach to Bay
Sometimes travel happens right in your backyard. As much as I may love to explore beaches in Costa Rica or cobblestone streets in Florence, Italy– living in San Francisco gives me access to countless great meals, neighborhoods to explore and chances to play tourist. This week we’re touring one of my favorite places to wander… Read More 6 Reasons To Visit the SF Ferry Building
It sneaks up on me every year and in a flash it’s over. Twenty eight days, packed with amazing events, film screenings, pop-up shops and exhibitions. To celebrate Black History Month is like the shortest of sprints; every second counts. It goes by much too fast- a whirlwind that gives me FOMO, every.single.year. This year,… Read More 9 Fun Ways To Celebrate Black History Month
Pelicans bob along the waves, lazily fishing for a late lunch. Bright colorful rainbow umbrellas dot the beach, as families, friends and vacationers enjoy the beach under a brilliantly blue cloudless sky. Merchants walk along the sand, selling jewelry, fabric and pottery. Children and adults alike play along the crashing surf. Soft chatter in English… Read More A Weekend in Sayulita
Initially, I envisioned a very different post for my first visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). I went in thinking of light, useful information for travelers, infused with my perspective and highlights from my visit. With that in mind, on a brisk November morning, I hopped in a Lyft… Read More A Day At NMAAHC
In December, I got the chance to tag along with little sister KT, on a work trip to Arizona. Having never been to Scottsdale before, I jumped at the chance. Coming into the trip, I was vaguely aware of Scottsdale as a place with a vibrant art and food scene; definitely on my list to… Read More 5 Fun Things to Do in Scottsdale
Happy New Year fam! Do you know what today is…? (in my best Tony Toni Toné voice) It’s my anniversary. My one year blogging anniversary to be exact. One year ago this week, I hit publish on my very first blog post for Brown Lady Travels. 50+ posts later, I’m still at it. Learning as… Read More 9 Ways to Stay Healthy While You Travel