I am all about adventure. Not the bungee jumping, run with the bulls type of adventure, but just traveling and seeing the world.  I started a blog called AdventuresofEmptyNesters.com to encourage other people to go out and experience life to the fullest! Some of my favorite destinations are Australia, Europe, Hawaii and Curacao. I travel with my husband and sometimes my grown children (if they are lucky!)   

Amsterdam

Bali

Singapore

Los Angeles

Pasadena

San Francisco

Seattle

Kaanapali

Maui

Maldives

Australia

Italy

France

New York City

Africa

Napa Valley

Laguna Niguel

Catalina Island

ADriving from LA to Vancouver, going through Portland and Seattle

You are driving through a beautiful coastline, but your kids are 6 and 8 so you need to tailor this trip to them. You are right on with Yosemite and Sequoia. Sacramento is quite charming and has a great "old town" to see. It is also special to see the capitol. The... See More

ASeattle: Brunch Downtown Seattle

Oh my gosh you are in the correct city! Seattle is the place to Brunch! Here are a few favorites! Tilikum Place​, Oddfellows Cafe + Bar​, Skillet Diner - Capitol Hill​, Coastal Kitchen​... See More

ALos Angeles: Best transportation services in LA?

If you need private transportation, we only use L W Transportation 877-595-4664 (to and from LAX) LA is a very big place and public transportation can be exhausting and in some cases impossible to get where you need to go. For shorter distances, public transportation is... See More

ASeattle: Grand Hyatt vs. Olive 8 Hyatt

Wow, I am the perfect person to answer this questions. I have stayed a combined 20 times in these hotels.The Grand Hyatt Seattle​has a lovely club level and fabulous views of the city, The Sound and the Space Needle. The decor is similar to Hyatt... See More

ALos Angeles: Would you more recommend Lyft or Uber in Los Angeles?

We have only used Uber in every city we travel including LA- I think they do a great job. See More

QMaui: Fun hikes or unusual things to do in Maui?

I have traveled to Maui many times and have visited all of the touristy places. Can you suggest where to go for an out of the way hike or beach stop? Any interesting places that are "off the beaten path"? Thanks! See More

ASan Francisco: Restaurant for group of 25 in San Francisco?

We hosted a great event at the Slanted Door​ at the Ferry building​. Food is amazing, service was outstanding, very lively atmophere. They have glassed in private room. Wonderful experience. See More

ANew York City: Suggestions on Thanksgiving Dinner restaurants?

We traveled to NYC with our extended family for the Thanksgiving weekend a couple of years ago. We enjoyed a fabulous meal at Balthazar Restaurant​ There were 10 of us and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. As I recall - I called on the exact day... See More

AKaanapali: What's the best neighborhood in Kaanapali for a first time visitor?

Maui is our most favorite of the islands and it comes with lots of options. Kaanapali​can be crowded, but you can rent a car and go see other parts of the island. Don't miss spending time in Lahaina​ and make a short drive north... See More

ALos Angeles: Best Restaurants and things to do in LA?

I don't know what area of LA you will be in but here are some suggestions on the West Side: Abbot Kinney​is a great place to check out the hip shops and there are great restaurants Gjelina​ is my favorite. I would go to Third... See More