Southwest, USA

On everyone's dream list... the Golden State. California is located on the west coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state.

Argument with Airport Security in Las Vegas

Leaving Las Vegas was a lot harder than getting in, which is surprising considering the amount of border crossing security we saw in San Diego. And I thought Australia was bad.

Southwest, USA Dec 20, 2012

To Eat or Not To Eat – That is Not the Question in Vegas

Vegas, the city of sin is home to many of the 7 deadly sins and gluttony is high on the list. Everywhere you look there is a buffet. While in Vegas we did head to a few of the…

Southwest, USA Dec 19, 2012

Vegas Uncovered - Shows & Attractions For Your Kids

Soon we were driving in pitch black. There were no street lamps and no cars on the road. We drove like this for nearly 4 hours before we saw the eerie glow of Vegas' neon garb on…

Southwest, USA Dec 16, 2012

Swinging My Legs Over the Grand Canyon, Arizona

Standing on the precipice with the wind tearing at my hair looking down thousands of feet into the grandest canyon of them all you can’t help but imagine its origins. My heart…

Southwest, USA Dec 12, 2012

Why You Should Rethink the Google Map That Says it’s 6 Hours from San Diego to Palm Springs to Joshua Tree to Vegas

Soon we were driving in pitch black. There were no street lamps and no cars on the road. We drove like this for nearly 4 hours before we saw the eerie glow of Vegas' neon garb on…

Southwest, USA Dec 11, 2012

SeaWorld San Diego… You Sunk My Battleship

In 2007 Josh and I had watched the Shamu show twice, impressed with the killer whales and their trainers interaction, movements like dancers in a choreographed show. In 2012…

Southwest, USA Dec 11, 2012

Cheetah Race At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Having previously visited San Diego and loved the zoo we did not have the opportunity to visit the Safari since it was quite far out and difficult to get to. Since we had a car and…

Southwest, USA Dec 10, 2012

Sunsets & Seals at La Jolla

La Jolla, San Diego's "Jewel by the Sea". Dramatic coastline, spectacular views, hugging seals & sunsets that intoxicate you.

Southwest, USA Dec 10, 2012

San Diego: Penthouse Living & Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road

We had use of a hire car in San Diego and it was my first time driving on that side of the road. Luckily that scary experience was mixed with the most amazing Penthouse we could…

Southwest, USA Dec 8, 2012

Where to Stay Near Disneyland, Anaheim

When researching for places to stay at Disneyland I was confronted with two issues. One was cost and the other location. Neither go hand in hand really.

Southwest, USA Dec 7, 2012

Our Last Day in Hollywood: American Girl, Gap & Farmer's Market

Our last day in Hollywood we decided to visit a few places I had wanted to stop on the Hop-On-Hop-Off bus, but never had time. La Brea Tar Pits & the Farmer’s Market. Well we never…

Southwest, USA Dec 5, 2012

Disneyland LA: The World’s Happiest Place on Earth Just Got Merrier

I’m going to Disneyland. I'm not excited for me. I'm excited for my kids. I can’t wait to see the awe and innocence on their faces reflecting every little discovery they will make!…