Author: Lorena

Pascal Brings France to San Juan Capistrano

Chef standing and describing the menu

If I had to pick a favorite moment when eating any cuisine, it would be right when you take that first bite of something so delectable, the flavors instantly transported to the destination of origin. Food is such an incredible way to travel and…

The Best Vineyard in Napa

Napa has been on my long-time list of places to visit. After putting it off long enough, I finally made it happen. If it wasn’t a treat enough to just be going to Napa, the small group of ladies I…

Solo Travel to Machu Picchu

I read somewhere that Machu Picchu is like the Carmel Machiatto of photos. I think whoever said that has never actually been to Machu Picchu.  You can’t possibly put a photo of this majestic beast in the same category as…

Top Travel Gear for Solo Travelers

Have you ever had that dream that you’re leaving to go somewhere and you’ve forgotten something? Perhaps it’s your clothes? Passport? I had that dream several times over on my recent trip to Peru. Not because I did, in fact, forget…

Rock the Boat| Solo Travel Cruise

  The deep blue sea! A big boat, unlimited drinks, and food. The Celestial Olympia was like a sleeping giant. I always wondered how something so massive could float and sit there so quietly. But there she was and I was…