Uncovering Lake Tahoe: Your Perfect Retreat Awaits
Sapphire water, Sierra Nevada peaks, snow flurries over Emerald Bay, and casino energy at sunset — Lake Tahoe doesn't do anything halfway, and neither do we.
Las Vegas: My Second Home and Your Next Destination
"Why Vegas?" Trust me, I've heard it all over the past 20+ years: You don't drink / don't gamble / Vegas isn't your thing... Well, I've been changing minds longer than some of you have been alive.
Sunny Sonoma Wine Country: So good this blog will have two parts (Pt. 1)
Napa gets the glory, but Sonoma has my heart — and after two decades of exploring this region, I'm finally spilling all my favorite secrets. Part one of two.
Sailing Through Choppy Political Waters: The Savvy Event Planner's Guide to 2026
Planning amazing experiences in today's climate requires more than just knowing the perfect appetizer pairings or how to negotiate with venues. Today's successful event planners need to be part diplomat, part crisis communicator, and part advocate for our attendees' wellbeing.
Finding Healing: My Experience at San Damiano's Grief Retreat
After sudden loss, all my wellness tools stopped working. Here's what happened when I finally let myself be the one who needed support.
The 8 Dimensions of You: A Self-Care Letter Before the Holidays
The holidays are coming, and while everyone's posting about gratitude and joy, many of us are quietly white-knuckling our way through overcrowded stores, draining bank accounts, awkward family dynamics, and a to-do list that somehow keeps multiplying. Wellness isn't just about what you eat or how many burpees you can survive. It's about all of you: the parts you celebrate, the parts you're working on, and the parts you didn't even know needed attention.
The Holidays Are Here - Let's Gift Like We Mean It
Before you panic-order another generic gift box, let's talk about giving with intention - for your clients, your team, and everyone you care about.
Assisi Awaits: Your Next Unforgettable Italian Adventure
Forget the crowds of Rome and Florence (though they are a couple of my favorite cities in the world!) Assisi, perched dramatically on an Umbrian hillside, offers something increasingly rare: authentic Italian charm without the overwhelming tourist masses. The reward? Stunning medieval architecture, world-class cuisine, and that intoxicating sense of stepping back in time.
Healthy & Inclusive Food at Events Isn't Optional Anymore
Food can make or break your event - so why are so many still getting it wrong? It's time to treat inclusive F&B design as the strategic tool it really is.
The Island That Teaches You to Breathe: A Maui Guide for Incentive & Wellness Programs
From luxurious properties that redefine relaxation to learning how to actually slow down (we all desperately need more of this), and yes, surviving my first snorkeling experience (more on that adventure below), I'm excited to share insights that'll help us craft your next unforgettable Maui program.
The Independent Advantage: Why Small Business Event Planners Deliver Big Results
Independent planners and small agencies operate with a fundamentally different business model than their larger counterparts. Without massive overhead costs or corporate quotas to meet, they can focus entirely on what matters most: delivering exceptional experiences for their clients (while saving money too!).
Stop Talking, Start Walking: Why Event Wellness Still Isn't Happening (And How to Fix It)
Wellness doesn't require hiring celebrity yoga instructors or serving $30+ per-plate superfood salads. Some of the most impactful wellness touches cost virtually nothing: guided breathing before sessions, strategically placed hydration stations, or simply offering a quiet room for introverts to recharge.