Travel, Idaho, Food and Drink Monica Ortega Travel, Idaho, Food and Drink Monica Ortega

7 Places to Eat in Priest Lake Idaho

Priest Lake is considered Idaho’s Crown Jewel and once you visit, you’ll see why. The 19-mile long lake is surrounded by the incredible Selkirk Mountains and everywhere you look appears to be out of a postcard. There are year-round adventures in Priest Lake and always something going on. But more than the stunning vistas and outdoor recreations, is the food! From fine dining with a view, to a restaurant sitting on top of a waterfall, to a bar with a seedy past, this region has some incredible and unique restaurants! Here are 7 places to eat in Priest Lake Idaho.

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Travel, Food and Drink, Adventure, Colorado Monica Ortega Travel, Food and Drink, Adventure, Colorado Monica Ortega

3 Reasons to Visit Colorado's Grand Valley

Colorado’s Western Slope has been described as the “Best Slope” and I can see why! The Grand Valley is located near the border of Colorado and Utah and includes the cities of Grand Junction, Palisade, and Fruita. This region is quickly becoming a wine travel destination and offers world-renowned mountain biking trail. If you’re looking for reasons to visit this part of the state, here are three!

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Travel, Adventure, Idaho, Food and Drink Monica Ortega Travel, Adventure, Idaho, Food and Drink Monica Ortega

5 Things To Do in Bonners Ferry Idaho (and a BONUS Place to Stay!)

Bonners Ferry, Idaho is located at the top of Idaho’s panhandle on the border of Canada and is in a world of its own. Surrounded by the gorgeous Selkirk Mountains, this town is full of outdoor beauty, good food and drinks, and amazing hospitality, living up to it’s nickname “Idaho’s Most Friendly Town”. With less than 24 hours to spend here, we got quite the sample of what this place has to offer! Here are 5 things to do in Bonners Ferry Idaho.

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Travel, Food and Drink, Wisconsin, Adventure Monica Ortega Travel, Food and Drink, Wisconsin, Adventure Monica Ortega

The Complete Madison Wisconsin Travel Guide - FREE Things To Do, Where To Eat, Where To Stay and More!

Madison Wisconsin is SO much more than a college town full of good beer and cheese. Although, yes, it has all of those as well! We partnered with Destination Madison, and headed to this capitol city to find some of the best year-round things to do. Here’s a complete guide of where to go, what to do, and where to eat!

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Travel, Adventure, Washington, Food and Drink, Holiday Monica Ortega Travel, Adventure, Washington, Food and Drink, Holiday Monica Ortega

Leavenworth Washington Travel Guide - The Swiss-Like Village in the Cascade Mountains

Did you know that you don’t need to go all the way to Europe to enjoy this Bavarian experience? Just two hours outside of Seattle Washington, is the Alpine-Style town of Leavenworth; surrounded by the Cascade Mountains, and complete with German beers and lederhosen.

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The Ultimate Wine Travel Guide to Lake Chelan Washington

Move over Sonoma, look out Napa, there is a new premier wine destination; and it’s not in California. Lake Chelan Washington is home to over 30 wineries and is a designated American Viticulture Area. Combined with the beauty and recreation options of the vast 50-mile Lake Chelan, there is a lot to do, see, and drink!

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Guide to Autumn Attractions In San Diego

One of the best times to visit San Diego is in the fall. The weather is a little cooler than in the summer, but still very pleasant. Generally, there are fewer crowds because kids are back in school. If you have kids, you’ll find a lot of special deals in October because kids rule. The San Diego Zoo and many other local attractions offer free admission to kids under 11 years old. Some restaurants have free meals for kids as well. Some of the best whale watching San Diego months are in the fall. If you’re looking for something fun to do this fall, make sure to check out these activities and places.

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Mountains, Mystery, and MOONSHINE! Why Franklin County Distilleries is a must-stop at Virginia's Blue Ridge

One of my favorite things about traveling to local food and drink destinations, are the stories behind the businesses. Hearing how they got started, why they’re passionate about it, and the history of the region is fascinating to me. The combination of Franklin County’s epic backstory, and the history of Moonshine is so good, they even made the movie “Lawless” about it!

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Travel, Dogs, Food and Drink, California, Adventure Monica Ortega Travel, Dogs, Food and Drink, California, Adventure Monica Ortega

The Most Dog-Friendly Destination in Central California

I love any opportunity to get to travel and adventure with my dog Millie, but it’s definitely not always easy. From restaurants, to adventures, to hotels, it’s a LOT to coordinate and figure out where to go. Luckily, Monterey, California took care of EVERYTHING and made it SO easy for us to travel! Here are some great dog-friendly places in Monterey.

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Travel, Food and Drink, California Monica Ortega Travel, Food and Drink, California Monica Ortega

The Best Place To Eat On Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey California

Lunchtime at Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey can feel like a busy Saturday flea market with shops and restaurants clamoring for your attention and business. They all promise the best deals and views on the wharf. For fine dining food, Cafe Fina keeps the local feel and family history alive with photos of his dad fishing, historic newspaper ads, and signed celebrity photos of all of the people who have visited this amazing restaurant.

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5 Reasons You Should Book A Trip To Central New York

When most people think of New York they think of the city. But I had the luxury of spending two weeks exploring the central part of the state and couldn’t get enough! The diversity of adventure, food and drinks, and culture left me blown away and wanting more! Here are 5 reasons you should go see for yourself!

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