my tour with the Taos Indian Horse RanchTaos, New Mexico is a southwest mecca for artists, is a place where unexpectedly perfect moments become commonplace. I had traveled to this hidden gem ...

Volunteering in the Dominican RepublicHave you ever considered volunteer travel as a way to see the world? Volunteer vacations are diverse and experience-rich. They're also a lot of hard work with little time to relax on the beach - but the rewards are endless ...

ballooning over the Rio GrandeWe'd like to take a moment to review all we've seen and done in 2012. For us, the end of the year serves as a reminder of all that we've been privileged to experience and enjoy. It's also a bit of a kick in the pants to get more traveling in next year. So ...

celebrate girlfriendsPack your bags to one lucky Girlfriend! It’s been an amazing month on social media for GoGirlfriend. Without further ado, the winner is…drum roll please…

Vintage from Punch, Santa BarbaraWhen I think California, I think of sun, sand and shopping. Sand and sun are a no-brainer, but shopping takes skill, planning and imagination. I always leave lots of room in my suitcase for the goodies I find on my travels to the beautiful west coast. On my most recent trip, I focused on finding ...