Category: jet away

We all need a little vaca, even from the city we love and adore. For when the inspiration hits, LaLaScoop offers you some travel spots and tips to “Jet Away” too. Just make sure you come back!

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We booked a trip to Crete around two design forward properties

Phāea Blue and Phāea Cretan Malia  Upon landing on Greece’s largest island, it becomes immediately clear that Crete is the birthplace of olive farming. The drive in any direction consists of miles and miles of ancient olive groves. While squeezing through one lane villages and spiraling up and down rugged mountainous terrain, it’s easy to appreciate how high-quality olive oil, known locally as liquid gold, … Continue reading We booked a trip to Crete around two design forward properties

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Escape the Crowds in Santorini: Top Tips for a Relaxing Visit

Santorini is an intensely beautiful Greek island that draws visitors from around the world every summer to experience the iconic caldera, legendary sunsets, charming whitewashed villages with blue domes, and a culture that celebrates great food and wine. But the crowds can be intense, especially around sunset, in the capital city of Fira and the cliff-hugging picturesque town of Oia (“eee-ah”). The high-season crowds can … Continue reading Escape the Crowds in Santorini: Top Tips for a Relaxing Visit

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Unexpected Discoveries in Lubbock, Texas

Choosin’ Texas, I Can Tell Ten Unexpected Discoveries in Lubbock, Texas Not just cowboys and tumbleweed – Lubbock, Texas is like a multifaceted diamond in the rough. There’s a lot going on in this city of 300,000. Located in the heart of West Texas – about a 45-minute flight from Dallas – this “Hub City” is home to ranching, winemaking, songwriting, Texas Tech University, and … Continue reading Unexpected Discoveries in Lubbock, Texas

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Juneau, Alaska: Top Activities for Cruise Visitors

Whether you have a few hours between shore excursions or several days to explore, Juneau invites you to create a unique Alaskan adventure. Nestled between towering mountains and the pristine waters of the Inside Passage, Alaska’s capital offers far more than a typical cruise stop. One moment you can be savoring fresh-caught seafood at a waterfront café, the next hiking rainforest trails that lead to breathtaking … Continue reading Juneau, Alaska: Top Activities for Cruise Visitors

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Nashville Beyond The Honky-Tonk

The neon guitars of Broadway begin glowing long before sunset, when Nashville’s famed honky-tonks begin to spill music out into the streets. Inside more than 30 bars, bands play nonstop free live music from every genre. The experience is a rite of passage for Nashville’s new visitors. But beyond Broadway’s crowded American jubilee lies another Music City – one where historic studios, intimate listening rooms, and world-class … Continue reading Nashville Beyond The Honky-Tonk

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From Silence to Sparkle – Death Valley to Las Vegas Road Trip

Maybe it was ironic that I arrived in Death Valley National Park, thinking about life and death. My mom had just been admitted to a hospital on the other side of the country and sleep felt impossible knowing she was there alone. In the middle of this beautifully vast, yet unforgiving landscape, I found myself wondering not only what adventure the next day might bring, … Continue reading From Silence to Sparkle – Death Valley to Las Vegas Road Trip

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Discover Riverside’s Go Go Bird at Farmhouse Collective: Perfect Food Stop between Los Angeles and Palm Springs

Cruise, Crunch, Repeat: Go Go Bird Is Our New Favorite Roadside Bite Just a year old, the Farmhouse Collective in Riverside, California makes the perfect easy pitstop for amazing affordable food options between Los Angeles and Palm Springs. Grab the best eats at the best prices – either to-go or dine at an outdoor table under a mister to keep cool. The buildings of Farmhouse … Continue reading Discover Riverside’s Go Go Bird at Farmhouse Collective: Perfect Food Stop between Los Angeles and Palm Springs

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Palace Modern Brings Chic New Luxury to Santa Fe’s Historic Heart

Voted the #1 Best City in the US by Travel + Leisure readers, Santa Fe was nominated as the top place to visit in America in 2026. It’s s no surprise this New Mexico city continues to expand – with its rich cultural heritage and pueblo architecture, a booming art scene, local cuisine, and boutique shopping. In The City Different, there’s always something new and … Continue reading Palace Modern Brings Chic New Luxury to Santa Fe’s Historic Heart

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Unwind at beachfront Casa Del Mar and celebrate the hotel’s 100th year in Santa Monica with special programming

This year, the iconic beachside Hotel Casa del Mar celebrates 100 years in Santa Monica. No small feat in a city that rewards itself for constant change. Once a beach club, where Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe frolicked on the sand, this centennial celebration offers a yearlong series of 1920s-inspired culinary collaborations, special room packages, and cultural events. Book with me for special VIP perks. … Continue reading Unwind at beachfront Casa Del Mar and celebrate the hotel’s 100th year in Santa Monica with special programming

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No Passport, No Problem: Sandestin, Florida Delivers Coastal Family Fun

There might be a reason the word ‘sand’ is in Sandestin, Florida – as the area’s miles of silky white sands, with crystal clear waters of the Emerald Coast, remind me of beaches in the Mayan Riviera, Fiji, or the Caribbean islands. But this stretch of the Gulf coast is even more remarkable – with pristine powdery sugar beaches, unpolluted waters, and seas without sargassum.  … Continue reading No Passport, No Problem: Sandestin, Florida Delivers Coastal Family Fun

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