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08/14/2025

One of the most unforgettable hotel views in all of Napa Valley. ✨

is a five-suite luxury hideaway overlooking Napa’s Stags Leap District, with sweeping vineyard views, huge rooms (each with an outdoor shower!), and the kind of service that makes you feel so taken care of.

Mornings start with a delicious house-made breakfast. Afternoons might take you wine tasting at nearby .rutherford.estate —just down the hill and under the same ownership. And at sunset? You’ll want to stay out. Pour a glass and watch the light fade over the valley from your private terrace.

Yes, it’s a splurge but for a special occasion, so memorable. Would you stay here?

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06/12/2025

👋 Hey hey, it’s Jessie B., your well-traveled friend. Though I mostly share unique travel ideas and cool spots from my home state, California, I love exploring just about anywhere on the west coast.

Like: Vancouver Island (pictured). Something you all may not know about me is I’m an avid biker and love bikepacking. Which is why last year, Jon and I packed our bikes onto a plane and spent 10 days cycling from Vancouver to Salt Spring Island to Victoria, then riding the backroads to Bamfield (ok! Real talk: this little town is super underrated) and ferrying across the Broken Islands and on to Tofino.

After a few days recovering in the chill surf town we took a seaplane back to the beginning to celebrate my 36th birthday in Vancouver proper.

As things start to warm up again, I’ve found myself feeling nostalgic for this trip. Every part of it was so magical—right down to the many, many opportunities to buy homemade cookies on Salt Spring.

So, what about you? What summertime adventures are you heading out? And Wdyt, should I publish this itinerary??

05/29/2025

I've been going back to this cute small town every summer for the past decade (!!). Here are my favorite spots to eat, drink, stay, and things to do — all tried and tested!

Planning a trip to Guerneville, CA? Here are the best hotels, restaurants, and things to do in this Russian River town—plus a weekend travel itinerary.

06/25/2024

This is your sign to plan a trip to one of Mexico’s most underrated small towns, Todos Santos in Baja California.
🔗 Link in bio for a full guide to Todos Santos, but here is how I’d spend one perfect day here:
1. Start with breakfast and coffee at

2. Go for a hike on Punta Lobos. Option to extend and lounge on the beach (Docecuarenta does good sandwiches to go) or end your hike at the hotel for a more upscale lunch.

3. Lounge at your hotel for the afternoon, good book in hand.

4. Enjoy sunset drinks and tostadas at hidden beach bar,

5. Have dinner part two at the new, trendy in town. Good cocktails and chocolate clams.

6. Find a hammock and watch the stars before bed

04/16/2024

This little-known "art island" is a must-visit destination in Japan for anyone who loves art and nature... and I just wrote an entire guide about it to help you plan your trip there. You're welcome 😉

Want to visit Naoshima, Japan's art island? Here's a complete guide to getting there, where to stay, and what to see and do once you've arrived.

04/14/2024

I've spent years trying to find the perfect travel shoes that are versatile, comfortable, and — most importantly — allow me to only pack 1-2 pairs on a trip and keep my bag light. These are it.

I travel carry-on only, and these are my top 3 pairs of travel shoes. Versatile, stylish, and comfortable, they are the only 3 pairs you need to own to create a functional travel wardrobe for any trip.