April 19, 2017

The Best Food Truck Tour in Austin Texas: Austin Eats Food Tours

April 19, 2017/ Shasha

During my weekend trip to Austin, I wanted to take a stab at exploring the Austin food truck scene. Instead of relying on recommendations, I took matters into my own hands and booked the Best of Austin Food Trucks Tour with Austin Eats Food Tours. The tour promised to take us around to some of Austin's best food truck stops while riding around in an executive bus. I had never been on a food tour, so I was extremely intrigued with the concept.

April 02, 2017

An Affordable Boutique Hotel in West Los Angeles: Hotel Angeleno

April 02, 2017/ Shasha

For the first night of my LA Weekend Trip, my girls and I stayed at Hotel Angeleno. Hotel Angeleno is a boutique hotel located right off the 405 and is about a 20 minute ride from LAX depending on traffic. We booked this hotel on Hotel Tonight and paid less than $200 for a one-night stay.

March 29, 2017

Where to Stay in Venice Beach, California: The Kinney

March 29, 2017/ Shasha

The hotel is only a 20 minute walk or 5 minute UBER ride away from Venice Beach. Plus, the hotel is a quick 15 minute drive from LAX. The walk from the beach isn't bad at all, and can be done in 15 minutes depending on how fast you walk. Abbott Kinney Blvd is also a short walk from the hotel.

March 13, 2017

Turner Falls Park: The Waterfall That's Only Two Hours Away From Dallas

March 13, 2017/ Shasha

Our visit to Turner Falls was completely random. We kept seeing signs for it as we drove down Interstate 35 and decided to embark on a quick adventure. Turner Falls is only 2 hours away from Dallas and about an hour away from Oklahoma City. It was the perfect pitstop on our way back home.

February 17, 2017

The Best Seafood Restaurant in Oklahoma City: The Drake

February 17, 2017/ Shasha

Oklahoma City probably isn't the first city that comes to mind when you think of seafood. The Drake has completely changed my perception.

February 13, 2017

Brunchin in OKC: Mary Eddy's Kitchen + Lounge

February 13, 2017/ Shasha

There are many things I love in life, and brunch is one of them. I love eating brunch on the weekends but especially when I travel. During my stay at the 21C Museum Hotel in OKC, I visited Mary Eddy's Kitchen + Lounge before heading back home. Even if you aren't staying at the hotel, this restaurant is a must-visit for so many reasons. The number one reason why is in this picture below.

February 13, 2017

The Coolest Place to Stay in Oklahoma City: 21c Museum Hotel

February 13, 2017/ Shasha

What happens when you combine a modern art museum with a historic Ford Motor company assembly plant, 25 iconic purple penguins, 135 hotels rooms and a contemporary restaurant with best fried banana biscuits in history? You get the 21C Museum Hotel in Oklahoma City.

February 06, 2017

Southern Comfort at Cheever's Cafe Oklahoma City

February 06, 2017/ Shasha

I love a great Southern meal. During my visit to Oklahoma City, I heard about Cheever's Cafe. Cheever's is well-known for their sophisticated Southern favorites and their popular Chicken Fried Steak. My husband and I chose to visit the restaurant for a late Saturday afternoon brunch.

January 30, 2017

The Undisputed Champ of Waffles in Oklahoma City: Waffle Champion

January 30, 2017/ Shasha

Over the weekend, my hubby and I headed up to Oklahoma City to check out the local food scene. Before I head out on trips, I do research to see what the popular dining spots are. When I found out that Waffle Champion was known for their waffle sandwiches, I knew I had to visit. Seriously, take a second to wrap your brain around the concept of a waffle sandwich. It's mind boggling! Waffle Champion is the undisputed waffle champ of OKC. There's usually a line but the wait is well worth it.

November 10, 2016

How to Overcome the Post-Vacation Blues

November 10, 2016/ busybeingshasha

Have you ever came home from a vacation feeling totally depressed? I've experienced this feeling on multiple occasions. This happened to me when I returned home from a cruise vacation last December. This case of the travel blues was the worse case that I had ever endured.

November 04, 2016

What You Need to Know About Flying on Spirit Airlines

November 04, 2016/ Shasha

Have you ever flown on Spirit Airlines? I've had many conversations with a variety of travelers regarding the no-frills airline. I know some travelers who love flying on Spirit, and its their preferred airline. On the flip side, I know of others who despise it, and would rather sit on the wing of a Boeing 747 before even thinking about booking a flight with Spirit.

November 01, 2016

Five Fun Affordable Things to Do While Visiting Scottsdale

November 01, 2016/ Shasha

Scottsdale, Arizona is the perfect choice for a quick weekend getaway. Many tourists flock to the area for girls getaways, romantic weekends, and family trips. Check out these 5 tips that will give you the scoop on what to do.

October 30, 2016

Eight Reasons Why You Need to Visit the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona

October 30, 2016/ Shasha

Ready to go on a musical journey around the world? Then make a trip to the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. This is one of the coolest museums I've ever visited.

October 25, 2016

The Best Boutique Hotel in Downtown Phoenix

October 25, 2016/ Shasha

The Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix is the perfect hotel for Downtown Phoenix stays. Although I'm familiar with the Kimpton brand, this was my first time staying at one of their luxurious boutique properties.

October 19, 2016

Exploring the Grand Canyon South Rim with Detours of Arizona

October 19, 2016/ busybeingshasha

The Grand Canyon has been on my travel to-do list for quite some time. While planning my getaway to Phoenix and Scottsdale I realized that I could potentially check the Grand Canyon off of my do-list. However, none of my options to get there seemed feasible.