We've officially made it to Japan and I'm doing something I've actually never done before: unplugging from not only work, but the blog as well. We'll be spending the next week exploring Tokyo and Kyoto as we see, eat and do as much as possible during our time in Japan. If you'd like to see what we're up…

San Francisco is a one of a kind city. It’s full of color and personality and an endless amount of things to do, see and eat right within the 7×7 mile radius that is its city limits. Since moving out west from Chicago six months ago I’ve been making it my mission to explore my new home and…

A few weeks ago I made my return to Chicago - it was my first time back since we moved and although it was a bit strange to be in town as a visitor, it was one of my favorite weekends ever. There's just nothing better than Chicago in the summer! I've gotten a few questions about Chicago…

Japan is a place I've placed on my travel bucket list - I'm fascinated by how different Asia seems to be from everyday life here in the states and the tech nerd in me is amazed by how far ahead they are. Recently I happened to be innocently browsing Google Flights one day and stumbled upon some adorable…

Palm Springs has been on my travel wish list for years and now that LA is only an hour flight away, it’s the perfect weekend getaway. We made our first trip to Palm Springs over the 4th of July weekend and had the absolute best time soaking up the sun and scenery in the desert. Some favorites from…