We are surprised by the number of Bay Area people we know who have never been to Palm Springs, CA even though it’s a little over an hour flight from SFO, Oakland, and San Jose. Maybe folks think it’s just for old people, to which I say nay nay.

Palm Springs, California is very dog friendly with not just restaurants and stores accommodating well behaved dogs, but other tourist spots as well.

Zeke and Terri participated in Modernism Week in Palm Springs, California for the first time by attending a poolside cocktail soiree and touring six homes in the Sunmor Estates neighborhood.

Looking for some off-the beaten path activities in San Francisco? We have four ideas for you including the Legion of Honor, Lands End Coastal Trail, the Ferry Building, and an ebike ride along the Embarcadero. We triple dog dare you to do all four in one day.

The Coachella Valley (home of Palm Springs, CA) is home to many consignment and vintage stores. We were in search of a mid-century modern coffee table and explored 14 different stores and galleries. Did we find what we were looking for? No. But we made a list of places for you to check out if you too are on a tresure hunt.

Zeke and Terri’s top 10ish favorite places to visit in Denver, Colorado regardless of the weather and the season.

Santa Rosa and Sebastopol are in Sonoma County, nestled in the heart of California’s wine country. Sonoma County in general is a haven for foodies, art lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts and often overlooked by locals and tourists alike and is a great alternative to Napa Valley. Sebastopol and Santa Rosa, in Sonoma County, are two great cities to visit in a quick weekend getaway from the San Francisco Bay Area.

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