Emerald Bay State Park in South Lake Tahoe is a dream for hiking, swimming, and catching that sunrise view. Located on the southwest shore of Lake Tahoe, North America’s largest alpine lake, Emerald Bay is one of the most-loved and most-photographed places in the states. It’s beautiful in any season, and when I moved to […]
The Ultimate Lake Aloha Hiking & Backpacking Guide
I don’t know about you, but the first time I saw photos of Lake Aloha I immediately got to planning. Would the water really be that clear? Was it actually that beautiful out there? Could it be that desolate? I just had to know, and the answer is yes, yes it is! While Lake Aloha […]
Chakras 101: The Heart Chakra
Post number four in this series on the chakras brings us to the halfway point: the heart chakra. In case you missed the beginning of the series, check out the first three posts on the root, sacral, and solar plexus chakras! The Heart Chakra at a Glance The heart chakra, or anahata chakra in Sanskrit, […]
6 Things to Know about the Mt. Tallac Hike in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is famous for a reason – it is the most beautiful lake in the world (I admit I’m biased because it’s in my backyard), and there’s an abundance of amazing hiking nearby. One of the most famous hikes in the area, and easily the best sunrise view, is from Mount Tallac in South […]
The Perfect Hawaii Packing List
When swaying palms, gorgeous beaches, and some of the best snorkeling in the US beckon, you must be planning a trip to Hawaii. When it comes to prepping for your trip, there are considerations for a Hawaiian vacay that don’t exist for other states in the US. It’s truly unique in terms of what you […]