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every day is earth day in my heart 💚

exploring this wild & spectacular world is the greatest gift. take a moment today to get outside, dig in the dirt, listen to the wind rustling the trees. take a moment to feel some gratitude for our beautiful home & let it inspire all of us to work a little harder to protect our planet.

#earthday #earthdayeveryday #protectnature #protectwildlife #sustainabletravel #ecotravel

every day is earth day in my heart 💚

exploring this wild & spectacular world is the greatest gift. take a moment today to get outside, dig in the dirt, listen to the wind rustling the trees. take a moment to feel some gratitude for our beautiful home & let it inspire all of us to work a little harder to protect our planet.

#earthday #earthdayeveryday #protectnature #protectwildlife #sustainabletravel #ecotravel

picture this: a glass of port by a crackling fire, a rejuvenating morning at the spa, a drizzly walk amongst the vines, fresh air & picturesque views of lush green landscapes. winter in the Douro Valley, Portugal, brings all the cozy vibes and none of the crowds. what could be better?

📍@sixsensesdourovalley

#dourovalley #portugal #visitportugal #travelportugal #offseasontravel #winecountry #sixsenses #familyfriendlyhotels #sustainablehotels

picture this: a glass of port by a crackling fire, a rejuvenating morning at the spa, a drizzly walk amongst the vines, fresh air & picturesque views of lush green landscapes. winter in the Douro Valley, Portugal, brings all the cozy vibes and none of the crowds. what could be better?

📍@sixsensesdourovalley

#dourovalley #portugal #visitportugal #travelportugal #offseasontravel #winecountry #sixsenses #familyfriendlyhotels #sustainablehotels

in kid heaven 👶🏼✨

we traveled quite a bit in the USA & Canada with our daughter before her first birthday, but hadn’t done a big, international trip and wanted our first destination to be easy and welcoming for her. we kept hearing from folks that Portugal was super kid-friendly, so we decided it would make for a good trial run. and boy, did Portugal deliver!

we were ushered through lines without waiting. every hotel we stayed at seemed to roll out the red carpet for L, providing cribs (cots, in Portugal), diaper pails, baby bath tubs & goodie bags full of the sweetest gifts. restaurant staff rushed out with high chairs, kids menus & colored pencils as soon as we walked in. everywhere we went, people of all ages cooed & smiled & engaged L in little games. it was so delightful & heart-warming & made all of us feel so at ease.

in Lisbon, we kicked things off with a fabulous stay at the @martinhal Chiado. as a completely family-focused hotel, there were so many little details that made our stay so enjoyable!

🍼 complimentary baby amenities in the room (crib, diaper pail, potty, high chair, fully stocked kitchen)
gift bag for L with toys, books & accessories
🛝 complimentary family playroom open 24 hour a day
🐣 onsite childcare & babysitting services (extra fee)
🥐 extensive daily breakfast in a fun & engaging space
🛋️ apartment-style rooms with lots of space
💡 gorgeous yet brilliantly child-proofed design
📍 central location that made walking the city so easy

have you ever stayed at a family-focused hotel?

in kid heaven 👶🏼✨

we traveled quite a bit in the USA & Canada with our daughter before her first birthday, but hadn’t done a big, international trip and wanted our first destination to be easy and welcoming for her. we kept hearing from folks that Portugal was super kid-friendly, so we decided it would make for a good trial run. and boy, did Portugal deliver!

we were ushered through lines without waiting. every hotel we stayed at seemed to roll out the red carpet for L, providing cribs (cots, in Portugal), diaper pails, baby bath tubs & goodie bags full of the sweetest gifts. restaurant staff rushed out with high chairs, kids menus & colored pencils as soon as we walked in. everywhere we went, people of all ages cooed & smiled & engaged L in little games. it was so delightful & heart-warming & made all of us feel so at ease.

in Lisbon, we kicked things off with a fabulous stay at the @martinhal Chiado. as a completely family-focused hotel, there were so many little details that made our stay so enjoyable!

🍼 complimentary baby amenities in the room (crib, diaper pail, potty, high chair, fully stocked kitchen)
gift bag for L with toys, books & accessories
🛝 complimentary family playroom open 24 hour a day
🐣 onsite childcare & babysitting services (extra fee)
🥐 extensive daily breakfast in a fun & engaging space
🛋️ apartment-style rooms with lots of space
💡 gorgeous yet brilliantly child-proofed design
📍 central location that made walking the city so easy

have you ever stayed at a family-focused hotel?

Lisbon is for foodies 🍽️

if you love food, you’ll love Lisbon. as a vibrant and diverse city, Lisbon serves up delicious Portuguese food alongside many other cuisines. if you plan to visit Lisbon, come hungry!

see below for some of my favorite eats:

@tabernasalgrossoalfama: this was, without a doubt, the best meal we had in the city. a modern take on the classic Portuguese tavern, it’s at once traditional yet fresh, low-key yet impressive, and the flavors and dishes are sure to wow. be sure to make a reservation to ensure you snag a spot in the cozy 25-seat space.

pastel de nata: eating your weight in pastel de nata is almost a requirement when visiting Lisbon. as the story goes, monks and nuns in the 18th century used egg whites to starch their habits, leaving them with an excess of egg yolks. the clever monks started making and selling a delicious, sweet custard with the surplus yolks and thus was born the pastel de nata. you’ll find excellent versions at @manteigaria.oficial and Santo António in Lisbon.

@eatingeurope food tour: one of the most memorable things we did in Lisbon was the “Undiscovered Lisbon” hosted by @eatingeurope. we booked a private tour (since we needed flexibility with our toddler) and spent 4 hours exploring the city with our lovely guide, sampling traditional food and drink, meeting small business owners, and learning how Portugal’s history as a world power during the 15th and 16th centuries is still evident in their cuisine today. highlights included Mozambican cuisine at @cantinhodoaziz and wine & small bites at @pata_gastrobar.

@intenso_lx: an unplanned but delightful find! sit on the patio on the bustling Rua da Boavista and enjoy hearty, flavorful, Portuguese dishes like sirloin pica pau and tempura green beans.

Lisbon is for foodies 🍽️

if you love food, you’ll love Lisbon. as a vibrant and diverse city, Lisbon serves up delicious Portuguese food alongside many other cuisines. if you plan to visit Lisbon, come hungry!

see below for some of my favorite eats:

@tabernasalgrossoalfama: this was, without a doubt, the best meal we had in the city. a modern take on the classic Portuguese tavern, it’s at once traditional yet fresh, low-key yet impressive, and the flavors and dishes are sure to wow. be sure to make a reservation to ensure you snag a spot in the cozy 25-seat space.

pastel de nata: eating your weight in pastel de nata is almost a requirement when visiting Lisbon. as the story goes, monks and nuns in the 18th century used egg whites to starch their habits, leaving them with an excess of egg yolks. the clever monks started making and selling a delicious, sweet custard with the surplus yolks and thus was born the pastel de nata. you’ll find excellent versions at @manteigaria.oficial and Santo António in Lisbon.

@eatingeurope food tour: one of the most memorable things we did in Lisbon was the “Undiscovered Lisbon” hosted by @eatingeurope. we booked a private tour (since we needed flexibility with our toddler) and spent 4 hours exploring the city with our lovely guide, sampling traditional food and drink, meeting small business owners, and learning how Portugal’s history as a world power during the 15th and 16th centuries is still evident in their cuisine today. highlights included Mozambican cuisine at @cantinhodoaziz and wine & small bites at @pata_gastrobar.

@intenso_lx: an unplanned but delightful find! sit on the patio on the bustling Rua da Boavista and enjoy hearty, flavorful, Portuguese dishes like sirloin pica pau and tempura green beans.

postcards from the streets of Lisbon 🇵🇹

Lisbon, Portugal, has roared onto the international scene in the past 10 years, attracting visitors from around the globe. one of the oldest cities in Europe, it is thought that Lisbon was first established by the Phoenicians as a critical trading port around 1200 BCE. since then, it has been reinvented and reborn countless times. today, visitors flock to the city to experience its deep history, charming architecture, vibrant food scene, and picturesque scenery.

as tourists have flooded the city, so too have many of the challenges that come with surging tourism - crowds, pressure on infrastructure, foreign property ownership, rising cost of living. of course, the city also welcomes and benefits from the many visitors. it’s complex, no doubt.

as visitors, we can all do our part to tread lightly on the (extremely charming, cobblestone) streets of Lisbon to ensure the city continues to thrive for generations to come & to make our visits the best they can be!

read on for a few tips for visiting Lisbon:

☂️ travel in the off-season: i know i sound like a broken record with this one, but hear me out! i thought visiting during February would mean we would have the city to ourselves, but wow, it was busy! our hotel was bustling, the streets were full, there were lines to enter the most popular sights & restaurants. after chatting with locals, it sounds like a true “off-season” doesn’t really exist anymore. so, do yourself and the locals a favor and avoid the chaos that is Europe in the summer. instead, plan your visit for the winter.

🏨 stay in a hotel: like so many cities around the world, Lisbon is grappling with the unintended, negative consequences of Airbnbs and other short-term rentals. housing stock has been snapped up by foreign investors and prices have skyrocketed while the local labor and wage market has stagnated. pressure on the government led to the end of the “Golden Visa” program and a vote may take place this spring to place limits on short-term rentals in the city. if possible, opt for a hotel when visiting Lisbon.

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postcards from the streets of Lisbon 🇵🇹

Lisbon, Portugal, has roared onto the international scene in the past 10 years, attracting visitors from around the globe. one of the oldest cities in Europe, it is thought that Lisbon was first established by the Phoenicians as a critical trading port around 1200 BCE. since then, it has been reinvented and reborn countless times. today, visitors flock to the city to experience its deep history, charming architecture, vibrant food scene, and picturesque scenery.

as tourists have flooded the city, so too have many of the challenges that come with surging tourism - crowds, pressure on infrastructure, foreign property ownership, rising cost of living. of course, the city also welcomes and benefits from the many visitors. it’s complex, no doubt.

as visitors, we can all do our part to tread lightly on the (extremely charming, cobblestone) streets of Lisbon to ensure the city continues to thrive for generations to come & to make our visits the best they can be!

read on for a few tips for visiting Lisbon:

☂️ travel in the off-season: i know i sound like a broken record with this one, but hear me out! i thought visiting during February would mean we would have the city to ourselves, but wow, it was busy! our hotel was bustling, the streets were full, there were lines to enter the most popular sights & restaurants. after chatting with locals, it sounds like a true “off-season” doesn’t really exist anymore. so, do yourself and the locals a favor and avoid the chaos that is Europe in the summer. instead, plan your visit for the winter.

🏨 stay in a hotel: like so many cities around the world, Lisbon is grappling with the unintended, negative consequences of Airbnbs and other short-term rentals. housing stock has been snapped up by foreign investors and prices have skyrocketed while the local labor and wage market has stagnated. pressure on the government led to the end of the “Golden Visa” program and a vote may take place this spring to place limits on short-term rentals in the city. if possible, opt for a hotel when visiting Lisbon.

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it’s silly but it’s true! sometimes it’s the littlest details that make the biggest impression when we travel. ✈️

follow @mollygonewild for slow travel inspiration & advice!

#sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #slowtraveller #slowtravelfamily #portugal #lisbon #visitlisbon

it’s silly but it’s true! sometimes it’s the littlest details that make the biggest impression when we travel. ✈️

follow @mollygonewild for slow travel inspiration & advice!

#sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #slowtraveller #slowtravelfamily #portugal #lisbon #visitlisbon

we hear the word “sustainable” thrown around constantly, but it can represent different things in different contexts, so let’s get into what it means when it comes to travel and tourism.

first, let’s define tourism: a big, messy, all-encompassing web of complex economic, social, political, and cultural elements that includes everything from cruises to homestays to bike tours and countless experiences in between.

tourism, like most things, can have positive and negative impacts. the positives include job creation, funding for wildlife conservation, historical preservation, cultural exchange, relaxation, learning, and more. yet, the negatives can cause serious harm to the environment, contribute to unmanageable over-crowding, drive out local landowners and businesses, and create systems of inequity between locals and visitors, among other things.

enter the idea of sustainable tourism. the @gstcouncil defines sustainable tourism as “an aspiration to acknowledge all impacts of tourism, both positive and negative” and “to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the positive ones.” in short, finding a suitable balance between the positive and negative environmental, economic, and socio-cultural elements of travel is what creates long-term sustainability.

so, what’s the takeaway? understanding first 💭 action second 💚 to practice sustainable tourism, we need to understand the impacts - both positive and negative - of various travel choices and then we can make choices that maximize the positive impacts for travelers, local communities, the environment, and the tourism industry.

do you practice “sustainable tourism?” what does “sustainable travel” look like for you?

#sustainabletourism #sustainabletravel #sustainabletraveltips #responsibletravel #responsibletraveler #traveldeeper #slowtravel #impacttravel #travelforgood #ecotravel #ecotourism #2025travel

we hear the word “sustainable” thrown around constantly, but it can represent different things in different contexts, so let’s get into what it means when it comes to travel and tourism.

first, let’s define tourism: a big, messy, all-encompassing web of complex economic, social, political, and cultural elements that includes everything from cruises to homestays to bike tours and countless experiences in between.

tourism, like most things, can have positive and negative impacts. the positives include job creation, funding for wildlife conservation, historical preservation, cultural exchange, relaxation, learning, and more. yet, the negatives can cause serious harm to the environment, contribute to unmanageable over-crowding, drive out local landowners and businesses, and create systems of inequity between locals and visitors, among other things.

enter the idea of sustainable tourism. the @gstcouncil defines sustainable tourism as “an aspiration to acknowledge all impacts of tourism, both positive and negative” and “to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the positive ones.” in short, finding a suitable balance between the positive and negative environmental, economic, and socio-cultural elements of travel is what creates long-term sustainability.

so, what’s the takeaway? understanding first 💭 action second 💚 to practice sustainable tourism, we need to understand the impacts - both positive and negative - of various travel choices and then we can make choices that maximize the positive impacts for travelers, local communities, the environment, and the tourism industry.

do you practice “sustainable tourism?” what does “sustainable travel” look like for you?

#sustainabletourism #sustainabletravel #sustainabletraveltips #responsibletravel #responsibletraveler #traveldeeper #slowtravel #impacttravel #travelforgood #ecotravel #ecotourism #2025travel

let’s make 2025 the year for unforgettable, sustainable travel experiences 🌎

these 7 destinations have so much to offer the sustainable traveler: nature-based activities, thriving local food scenes, small, local businesses & artisans, well-managed tourism that supports wildlife & land conservation, robust natural protected areas. no matter your interests or your budget, there’s something for everyone on this list.

save this reel, drop your travel q’s below & start planning!

#sustainabletravel #sustainabletraveltips #responsibletravel #slowtravel #2025travel #ecotravel #northerncalifornia #bahamas #tanzania #nationalparksgram #vermont #nationalplanforvacationday

let’s make 2025 the year for unforgettable, sustainable travel experiences 🌎

these 7 destinations have so much to offer the sustainable traveler: nature-based activities, thriving local food scenes, small, local businesses & artisans, well-managed tourism that supports wildlife & land conservation, robust natural protected areas. no matter your interests or your budget, there’s something for everyone on this list.

save this reel, drop your travel q’s below & start planning!

#sustainabletravel #sustainabletraveltips #responsibletravel #slowtravel #2025travel #ecotravel #northerncalifornia #bahamas #tanzania #nationalparksgram #vermont #nationalplanforvacationday

currently deep in 2025 travel planning & having some thoughts about it 🤓

what are your travel wishes / goals / plans for this year?

#sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #responsibletourism #ecotravel #travelplanning #traveldeeper #travelauthentic

currently deep in 2025 travel planning & having some thoughts about it 🤓

what are your travel wishes / goals / plans for this year?

#sustainabletravel #responsibletravel #responsibletourism #ecotravel #travelplanning #traveldeeper #travelauthentic

✨JOY✨ was my word for 2024. here’s hoping 2025 brings even more. happy new year from us to you!

📷: @torreyfox

✨JOY✨ was my word for 2024. here’s hoping 2025 brings even more. happy new year from us to you!

📷: @torreyfox

soaking up the magic of this season & playing tourist at home in @sonoma_valley ✨

soaking up the magic of this season & playing tourist at home in @sonoma_valley ✨

books ✔️ cookies ✔️ quality time with friends ✔️

this just might be my new favorite holiday tradition ✨ and the best part? it’s low waste (i.e. no cheap gifts no one actually wants), easy to pull together & allows for real connection amidst the holiday hustle and bustle!

#lowwasteevents #lowwasteliving #holidayinspo #holidaytradition #bookstagram #bookclub

books ✔️ cookies ✔️ quality time with friends ✔️

this just might be my new favorite holiday tradition ✨ and the best part? it’s low waste (i.e. no cheap gifts no one actually wants), easy to pull together & allows for real connection amidst the holiday hustle and bustle!

#lowwasteevents #lowwasteliving #holidayinspo #holidaytradition #bookstagram #bookclub

✌️ out to my favorite season & hello to my favorite month! after a lot of travel this summer, it feels so good to be staying put for the holidays and doing all of the festive things that #sonomacounty has to offer.

do you travel for the holidays? if so, tell me in the comments where you’re headed! 👇

✌️ out to my favorite season & hello to my favorite month! after a lot of travel this summer, it feels so good to be staying put for the holidays and doing all of the festive things that #sonomacounty has to offer.

do you travel for the holidays? if so, tell me in the comments where you’re headed! 👇

my whole heart in four frames 💛 being this gal’s mama is the greatest privilege & i’m thankful every second of every day, but especially today as we take the time to recognize, appreciate, and honor how much we have. safety, food, health, family, community, comfort, a daughter i adore more than words can express - i give thanks for all this and so, so much more. happy thanksgiving!

📷: @torreyfox

my whole heart in four frames 💛 being this gal’s mama is the greatest privilege & i’m thankful every second of every day, but especially today as we take the time to recognize, appreciate, and honor how much we have. safety, food, health, family, community, comfort, a daughter i adore more than words can express - i give thanks for all this and so, so much more. happy thanksgiving!

📷: @torreyfox

wine country knows how to holiday ✨

stunning fall colors that give way to glittering decorations, crisp weather & picturesque scenery, bountiful food & wine. the holidays have officially arrived in wine country and there are so many one-of-a-kind holiday events for the whole family that you won’t want to miss.

below are a few of my favorites happening in the next week or two - perfect for kids and adults alike!

🎄 wine barrel tree lighting in @sthelenaca
🚜 lighted tractor parade in @sonomacity
🏠 gingerbread house competition in @visitpetaluma
🎅🏼 tree lighting at @fairmontsonoma

let me know in the comments which event you want to attend & i’ll send you the details so you can plan your visit!

wine country knows how to holiday ✨

stunning fall colors that give way to glittering decorations, crisp weather & picturesque scenery, bountiful food & wine. the holidays have officially arrived in wine country and there are so many one-of-a-kind holiday events for the whole family that you won’t want to miss.

below are a few of my favorites happening in the next week or two - perfect for kids and adults alike!

🎄 wine barrel tree lighting in @sthelenaca
🚜 lighted tractor parade in @sonomacity
🏠 gingerbread house competition in @visitpetaluma
🎅🏼 tree lighting at @fairmontsonoma

let me know in the comments which event you want to attend & i’ll send you the details so you can plan your visit!

took a quick safari and found the cutest little lion & the best little zebra there ever were 🦁🦓

after a lot of good wear, it felt like the time to finally retire the raccoon suits. kind of impressed by how many years we wore them (swipe for proof), but onto new and better things! 👋

took a quick safari and found the cutest little lion & the best little zebra there ever were 🦁🦓

after a lot of good wear, it felt like the time to finally retire the raccoon suits. kind of impressed by how many years we wore them (swipe for proof), but onto new and better things! 👋

this is your sign to book that fall getaway you’ve been daydreaming about 🍁

📍 @mohonkmountainhouse

#falltravel #leafpeeping #autumn #fall #travelinspo

this is your sign to book that fall getaway you’ve been daydreaming about 🍁

📍 @mohonkmountainhouse

#falltravel #leafpeeping #autumn #fall #travelinspo

if traveling makes you happy now, just wait until you watch your baby experience the world for the first time 🌎💚

#travelwithkids #travelwithbabies #familytravel #babycantravel

if traveling makes you happy now, just wait until you watch your baby experience the world for the first time 🌎💚

#travelwithkids #travelwithbabies #familytravel #babycantravel

summer dreams ✨

when it’s almost August and the last photo in your grid was taken in the snow…🫣 this season of life is full to the brim with laughter and love and joy and it’s all going by in the blink of an eye. we’ve celebrated so many milestones with our girl - first flights, road trips, and lots of new places - and seeing the world through her eyes is better than i ever could have dreamed. traveling definitely has a different cadence than it used to, but we’re finding our way and maybe someday when i have free time again (ha!) i’ll get back to sharing all the things i love about exploring this beautiful world.

currently collecting ideas & daydreaming about all our adventures to come. what’s your favorite place to travel with kids?👇

summer dreams ✨

when it’s almost August and the last photo in your grid was taken in the snow…🫣 this season of life is full to the brim with laughter and love and joy and it’s all going by in the blink of an eye. we’ve celebrated so many milestones with our girl - first flights, road trips, and lots of new places - and seeing the world through her eyes is better than i ever could have dreamed. traveling definitely has a different cadence than it used to, but we’re finding our way and maybe someday when i have free time again (ha!) i’ll get back to sharing all the things i love about exploring this beautiful world.

currently collecting ideas & daydreaming about all our adventures to come. what’s your favorite place to travel with kids?👇

sip sustainably 🍷

this spring, make it your mission to check out one of @sonomacounty small, locally-owned, sustainable wineries. knowing that what’s in your glass has been grown in a thoughtful & responsible way means you can enjoy every sip just a little bit more. pay close attention and you just might notice aromas of habitat restoration, mixed with notes of responsible land stewardship, organic farming, renewable energy & carbon-neutral production. 💚

follow @mollygonewild for more sustainable wine country recs!

#earthday #visitsonomacounty #sonoma #drinksonomawine #lifeopensup #sustainabletravel

sip sustainably 🍷

this spring, make it your mission to check out one of @sonomacounty small, locally-owned, sustainable wineries. knowing that what’s in your glass has been grown in a thoughtful & responsible way means you can enjoy every sip just a little bit more. pay close attention and you just might notice aromas of habitat restoration, mixed with notes of responsible land stewardship, organic farming, renewable energy & carbon-neutral production. 💚

follow @mollygonewild for more sustainable wine country recs!

#earthday #visitsonomacounty #sonoma #drinksonomawine #lifeopensup #sustainabletravel

walking in a winter wonderland ❄️

for many of us, it’s finally starting to feel like spring, but if you’re craving one last little winter getaway, Lake Tahoe just might be the place! late-season snow means spring skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, and more, and allows travelers to enjoy some of winter’s best activities outside of the typical high season (think: lower prices, fewer crowds).

not a downhill skier? not a problem. whether you simply prefer to avoid the mountain madness or are traveling with a baby or a dog, there are plenty of other activities that will still give you a taste of winter. consider a “slow travel” approach and immerse yourself in some of the area’s less popular winter wonders.

tips for a “slow travel” approach below!

📍where to go: South Lake Tahoe

🛏️ where to stay: the gorgeous, eco-friendly @desolationhotel

🍴 where to eat: drink ethically-sourced coffee from @barerootscoffeetahoe / enjoy yummy veg & vegan breakfast options from @sproutscafetahoe & @tahoebagelco / feast on fresh, flavorful dishes from @verdemexicanrotisserie (very accommodating of dietary restrictions, too!)

🎿 what to do: walk or XC ski the Nordic Ski path at Lake Tahoe Community College / XC or snowshoe @kirkwoodmtn Nordic Center / soak in the hot tub at @desolationhotel / walk the lakefront path / visit Lakeside Beach for waterfront views / ride the gondola at @heavenlyvillage for spectacular views of the lake & mountains

🌲 have you been to Tahoe? what’s your favorite Tahoe activity?

walking in a winter wonderland ❄️

for many of us, it’s finally starting to feel like spring, but if you’re craving one last little winter getaway, Lake Tahoe just might be the place! late-season snow means spring skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, and more, and allows travelers to enjoy some of winter’s best activities outside of the typical high season (think: lower prices, fewer crowds).

not a downhill skier? not a problem. whether you simply prefer to avoid the mountain madness or are traveling with a baby or a dog, there are plenty of other activities that will still give you a taste of winter. consider a “slow travel” approach and immerse yourself in some of the area’s less popular winter wonders.

tips for a “slow travel” approach below!

📍where to go: South Lake Tahoe

🛏️ where to stay: the gorgeous, eco-friendly @desolationhotel

🍴 where to eat: drink ethically-sourced coffee from @barerootscoffeetahoe / enjoy yummy veg & vegan breakfast options from @sproutscafetahoe & @tahoebagelco / feast on fresh, flavorful dishes from @verdemexicanrotisserie (very accommodating of dietary restrictions, too!)

🎿 what to do: walk or XC ski the Nordic Ski path at Lake Tahoe Community College / XC or snowshoe @kirkwoodmtn Nordic Center / soak in the hot tub at @desolationhotel / walk the lakefront path / visit Lakeside Beach for waterfront views / ride the gondola at @heavenlyvillage for spectacular views of the lake & mountains

🌲 have you been to Tahoe? what’s your favorite Tahoe activity?

your daily reminder that it’s the little joys that make for a good life ❄️

follow @mollygonewild for more adventures!

#visitcalifornia #visitlaketahoe #aweandthensome #apresski #sustainabletravel

your daily reminder that it’s the little joys that make for a good life ❄️

follow @mollygonewild for more adventures!

#visitcalifornia #visitlaketahoe #aweandthensome #apresski #sustainabletravel

Monterey Bay magic 🌊

in many ways, the Monterey Peninsula - which includes the communities of Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and Carmel - is a sustainable traveler’s paradise. with eco-conscious hotels, well-managed, nature-based activities (that support conservation!), countless locally-owned businesses, and spectacular restaurants serving up local goodies of all sorts, it’s easy to make the “sustainable” or “responsible” choice. the area is also incredibly bike-friendly, very walkable, and offers public transport to fill the gaps. truly a responsible traveler’s dream!

plan an unforgettable, responsible getaway with these recs!

where to stay: @portolahotel

what to do: @pointlobossnr, @montereybayaquarium, Carmel Beach, Garland Ranch Regional Park, @pgmuseum, @montereystatehistoricpark, @asilomarstatebeach

where to eat: @juliasvegrestaurant, @happygirlkitchen, @ad.astra.bread.co, @riseandroambakery, @passionfishpg, @corkscrewcafe

what to drink: @windy_oaks_estate, @cowgirlwinery

p.s. many of these spots are super baby- & dog-friendly!

Monterey Bay magic 🌊

in many ways, the Monterey Peninsula - which includes the communities of Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and Carmel - is a sustainable traveler’s paradise. with eco-conscious hotels, well-managed, nature-based activities (that support conservation!), countless locally-owned businesses, and spectacular restaurants serving up local goodies of all sorts, it’s easy to make the “sustainable” or “responsible” choice. the area is also incredibly bike-friendly, very walkable, and offers public transport to fill the gaps. truly a responsible traveler’s dream!

plan an unforgettable, responsible getaway with these recs!

where to stay: @portolahotel

what to do: @pointlobossnr, @montereybayaquarium, Carmel Beach, Garland Ranch Regional Park, @pgmuseum, @montereystatehistoricpark, @asilomarstatebeach

where to eat: @juliasvegrestaurant, @happygirlkitchen, @ad.astra.bread.co, @riseandroambakery, @passionfishpg, @corkscrewcafe

what to drink: @windy_oaks_estate, @cowgirlwinery

p.s. many of these spots are super baby- & dog-friendly!

moments like these 💫

one of the beautiful things about travel is that it helps you stop & notice the little things. here’s your reminder to be present, to admire the beauty around you, to find awe in the everyday.

#visitcalifornia #seemonterey #california #ecotravel #wildlifetravel #sustainabletravel #seaotter

moments like these 💫

one of the beautiful things about travel is that it helps you stop & notice the little things. here’s your reminder to be present, to admire the beauty around you, to find awe in the everyday.

#visitcalifornia #seemonterey #california #ecotravel #wildlifetravel #sustainabletravel #seaotter

summer dreaming 💭

if you’re already making summer travel plans, don’t sleep on Carmel & Monterey, CA. it’s an area that truly has it all…spectacular scenery, one-of-a-kind wildlife, superb restaurants, a vibrant wine scene, great hiking, lovely hotels, relaxing spas…you name it, you’ll find it on the Monterey Peninsula.

for a truly blissful summer getaway, consider a few nights at @bernarduslodge. the stunning @bernarduslodge property is nestled in Carmel Valley amidst rolling hills & oak forests and absolutely nails the “CA understated luxury aesthetic.” even better, @bernarduslodge has made many meaningful investments in socially- & environmentally-responsible business practices in an effort to minimize their footprint & support the local community.

reasons to fall in love with @bernarduslodge:

💧 water & energy-saving practices // including native plant landscaping, large-format refillable bath & body product dispensers, greywater for irrigation, and HE lights, heat pumps & more…just to name a few!

🌅 views // i’m a total sucker for a room with a view & that misty morning valley is hard to beat.

🎾 amenities galore // tennis, bocce, pool, spa, veggie garden, secluded ‘adults only’ hot tub.

💝 thoughtful touches // complimentary wine on arrival, birthday treats & a sweet note in our room, nightly turndown service…love when hotels take the time to make things feel special!

🐾 dog-friendly // need i say more??

🍹 poolside dining & drinks // nothing says summer like a meal poolside & the menu is on point. don’t miss the delish mocktails if you’re expecting!

🐋 location, location, location // just 4 mins from Carmel Valley village & its’ many adorable tasting rooms, 20 mins from downtown @visitcarmel, and 30 mins from the @montereybayaquarium.

we’re heading back to @cityofmonterey and @visitcarmel soon, so keep an eye out & be sure to follow along!

summer dreaming 💭

if you’re already making summer travel plans, don’t sleep on Carmel & Monterey, CA. it’s an area that truly has it all…spectacular scenery, one-of-a-kind wildlife, superb restaurants, a vibrant wine scene, great hiking, lovely hotels, relaxing spas…you name it, you’ll find it on the Monterey Peninsula.

for a truly blissful summer getaway, consider a few nights at @bernarduslodge. the stunning @bernarduslodge property is nestled in Carmel Valley amidst rolling hills & oak forests and absolutely nails the “CA understated luxury aesthetic.” even better, @bernarduslodge has made many meaningful investments in socially- & environmentally-responsible business practices in an effort to minimize their footprint & support the local community.

reasons to fall in love with @bernarduslodge:

💧 water & energy-saving practices // including native plant landscaping, large-format refillable bath & body product dispensers, greywater for irrigation, and HE lights, heat pumps & more…just to name a few!

🌅 views // i’m a total sucker for a room with a view & that misty morning valley is hard to beat.

🎾 amenities galore // tennis, bocce, pool, spa, veggie garden, secluded ‘adults only’ hot tub.

💝 thoughtful touches // complimentary wine on arrival, birthday treats & a sweet note in our room, nightly turndown service…love when hotels take the time to make things feel special!

🐾 dog-friendly // need i say more??

🍹 poolside dining & drinks // nothing says summer like a meal poolside & the menu is on point. don’t miss the delish mocktails if you’re expecting!

🐋 location, location, location // just 4 mins from Carmel Valley village & its’ many adorable tasting rooms, 20 mins from downtown @visitcarmel, and 30 mins from the @montereybayaquarium.

we’re heading back to @cityofmonterey and @visitcarmel soon, so keep an eye out & be sure to follow along!

some journeys involve planes, boats & trains and adventures to faraway places. but some of the most special journeys happen a little closer to home 🤍

carrying my girl with me for just over 40 weeks was one of life’s greatest gifts and hands down my favorite journey yet. it’s been said a million times, but women’s bodies truly are spectacular. carrying and birthing my girl connected me with my body in a way i’ve never experienced, reminding me of strength, my competence, my tenderness, my instinct to love and care for a being i hadn’t even met yet and cementing a deep gratitude for the body i’ve often felt alienated from. there was plenty of discomfort & anxiety along the way, but also so much joy & learning.

there’s nothing better than holding my girl in my arms, but i’m so grateful to have these sweet memories of her in my belly.

some journeys involve planes, boats & trains and adventures to faraway places. but some of the most special journeys happen a little closer to home 🤍

carrying my girl with me for just over 40 weeks was one of life’s greatest gifts and hands down my favorite journey yet. it’s been said a million times, but women’s bodies truly are spectacular. carrying and birthing my girl connected me with my body in a way i’ve never experienced, reminding me of strength, my competence, my tenderness, my instinct to love and care for a being i hadn’t even met yet and cementing a deep gratitude for the body i’ve often felt alienated from. there was plenty of discomfort & anxiety along the way, but also so much joy & learning.

there’s nothing better than holding my girl in my arms, but i’m so grateful to have these sweet memories of her in my belly.

life’s better with butter 🥐

apparently yesterday was national croissant day and somehow i missed it?! in honor of what just might be my new favorite holiday, i’m sharing some of the most perfect, buttery, flaky, flavorful croissants i’ve found on my travels. whether for breakfast in bed at your hotel, a quick snack on the go, or an afternoon pick-me-up, a quality croissant is always a good idea. and if you don’t end up covered in a shower of delicate flakes, did you even eat a croissant?

if you end up near any of these spots, do not miss them!

📍 @arsicaultbakery // San Francisco, CA
📍 @quailandcondor // Healdsburg, CA
📍 @thumpcoffee // Bend, OR
📍 @kensartisan // Portland, OR
📍 @altabakery // Monterey, CA
📍 @coquettebakeshop // Bainbridge Island, WA

i’m always looking for the next spot to try…tell me, where is your favorite croissant?

life’s better with butter 🥐

apparently yesterday was national croissant day and somehow i missed it?! in honor of what just might be my new favorite holiday, i’m sharing some of the most perfect, buttery, flaky, flavorful croissants i’ve found on my travels. whether for breakfast in bed at your hotel, a quick snack on the go, or an afternoon pick-me-up, a quality croissant is always a good idea. and if you don’t end up covered in a shower of delicate flakes, did you even eat a croissant?

if you end up near any of these spots, do not miss them!

📍 @arsicaultbakery // San Francisco, CA
📍 @quailandcondor // Healdsburg, CA
📍 @thumpcoffee // Bend, OR
📍 @kensartisan // Portland, OR
📍 @altabakery // Monterey, CA
📍 @coquettebakeshop // Bainbridge Island, WA

i’m always looking for the next spot to try…tell me, where is your favorite croissant?

~ LAKELYN ~

we started 2023 deep in the trenches of IVF & ended the year holding our precious 7 lb 9.5 oz miracle baby in our arms. 🤍 she’s everything we dreamed of & more and being her mom makes my heart absolutely explode with joy.

~ LAKELYN ~

we started 2023 deep in the trenches of IVF & ended the year holding our precious 7 lb 9.5 oz miracle baby in our arms. 🤍 she’s everything we dreamed of & more and being her mom makes my heart absolutely explode with joy.

baby month is here & we are *officially* counting down the days until our little gal decides to make her arrival!

while we wait, i’ve been reflecting on all the wonderful adventures i’ve already shared with her and am feeling so grateful to have had the kind of pregnancy that allowed me to travel with my girl. can’t wait to show her pictures of where she’s been & help cultivate her own love of exploration!

October: autumn at @mohonkmountainhouse in NY
October: babymoon in VT
September: paddling Tomales Bay, CA
September: celebrating friends in OR
July: hiking in @olympic_nps
July: camping in the Sierras, CA
June: gals trip in Sonoma, CA
June: birthday trip to Carmel, CA
May: the first of many work events!

baby month is here & we are *officially* counting down the days until our little gal decides to make her arrival!

while we wait, i’ve been reflecting on all the wonderful adventures i’ve already shared with her and am feeling so grateful to have had the kind of pregnancy that allowed me to travel with my girl. can’t wait to show her pictures of where she’s been & help cultivate her own love of exploration!

October: autumn at @mohonkmountainhouse in NY
October: babymoon in VT
September: paddling Tomales Bay, CA
September: celebrating friends in OR
July: hiking in @olympic_nps
July: camping in the Sierras, CA
June: gals trip in Sonoma, CA
June: birthday trip to Carmel, CA
May: the first of many work events!

closing out the holiday weekend filled with so much gratitude and love for our growing family 🤍 can’t wait to meet our little gal next month!

closing out the holiday weekend filled with so much gratitude and love for our growing family 🤍 can’t wait to meet our little gal next month!

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