Growing up I never went on any typical yearly family vacations, travel was not in my vocabulary. There was no Disney World or cruises or trips to tropical beaches during my childhood. Traveling was just not something my family did, my mom was a workaholic and never even seemed to take a day off ever. … [Read more…]
I wanted to share one of the coolest little spots in Portland that I found on my last trip there! Now mind you, I grew up in Oregon and lived there for over 18 years and I had never heard about this secret garden the entire time I lived there so I do think it’s … [Read more…]
Just a few minutes drive from the hustle and bustle of Portland lays one of the most beautiful treasures of nature, the Japanese Gardens. It’s as if you’ve stepped into another country and you forget where you are, it’s an escape from the nearby concrete jungle. The Japanese Garden is located in Washington Park next … [Read more…]
In search of a quiet off grid retreat experience to refresh the soul and connect with nature? Breitenbush Hot Springs in Detroit, Oregon is the perfect place. It is nestled in the majestic Cascade Mountain Range of the Willamette Forest with natural hot springs to soak in and unwind. Growing up in the Willamette Valley … [Read more…]
Canggu is a hip little beach village in the southern part of Bali. The vibe is laid back and chill. It is a great place to unwind and relax and catch some awesome sunsets. It’s a small village with a lot of character. There is so much art and color in this village which makes … [Read more…]
Bali is full of jaw dropping scenery and landscapes. Gunung Kawi Temple is one of those places. It was not even on our radar but when our Balinese friend Jantuk told us about it we had to go see it. It is one of the oldest temple complexes in Bali. It is an 11th century funerary … [Read more…]
In need of a little soul cleansing? I know just the place if you’re willing to travel to a magical land located in central Bali, Tirta Empul is a very sacred spiritual destination. It is a Hindu Balinese water temple and it is absolutely worth a trip to see and feel it in person. I … [Read more…]
