Chicago has always been high on my list of cities that I love. I cannot get enough of the excitement of this city. Simply put, Chicago is a blast!! My husband and I traveled there to take much-needed parents getaway break from our two kids. I did extensive research before I went and ended up having an incredible time. I want to share my Always5Star tips of experiences you will not want to miss in the fabulous windy city of Chicago!
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I live in a part of California that is hot for what seems like 10 months out of the year! During summer it’s very common for it to be over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. When fall rolls around, it’s more like a mild summer rather than an actual fall for us. I want to wear a chunky sweater while sipping on hot apple cider and enjoying the beautiful fall colors on the trees around me. So I set out to find fall in Southern California and guess what…I found it!! A cute town called Oak Glen, California which is located approximately 1 ½ hours from Los Angeles or about one hour from Palm Springs, California. My two sisters and I took my kids for the day and we had the best time!
Article written by: Mary Renner
Flying can bring on extreme anxiety for many of us. In fact, it used to be one of my least favorite activities until I overcame my fear of flying. The good news is that there are ways to overcome those scary feelings. You don’t have to simply accept flying anxiety as a way of life.
There are proven ways to cope with your fear of flying, and even eliminate it al…
Looking for a way to get into the Halloween spirit and learn how to craft Halloween-themed cocktails this Fall season? At the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City they offer cocktail classes all season long. Below are a couple of their famous Spooky...
Book a stay at Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach.
Here are fun Always 5 Star tips while you are there:
Head up to the Hyatt’s rooftop pool and bar for spectacular views of The Queen Mary and Long Beach Shoreline Marina. Stroll thru Long Beach Pike w/ lots of entertainment and restaurants and make your way to the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific.
We visit Big Sur at least once a year. We always make it a special treat by reserving a window seat (well in advance) to have lunch at this amazing location. Sierra Mar is a restaurant that must be experienced. The ambiance and views are unique. We are hooked and look forward to each visit!