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A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.
A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.

Downtown Palm Springs

February 1, 2026
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DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Our last night in Palm Springs was a relaxed stroll through downtown for dinner and some sightseeing. We checked out the walk of fame, a...

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A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.
A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.

Escape Room Palm Springs

January 30, 2026
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ESCAPE ROOM PALM SPRINGS, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Escape Room Palm Springs was a fun stop for us. We did the Bank Heist first. Breaking into the manager’s office, sneaking...

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A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.
A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.

Heart Rock

January 29, 2026
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HEART ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Heart Rock is just a short walk from Arch Rock and was a great way to wrap up our day at Joshua...

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Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.
Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.

Arch Rock

January 28, 2026
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ARCH ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Late afternoon at Arch Rock in Joshua Tree. We explored the arch, then kept going into the rugged terrain behind it –...

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A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.
A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.

Hall of Horrors at Joshua Tree

January 27, 2026
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JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, PINTO WYE, CA :: First stop in Joshua Tree National Park was the Hall of Horrors – a pair of slots that are extremely narrow and...

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A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.
A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.

Pioneertown

January 27, 2026
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PIONEERTOWN, CA :: Pioneertown was supposed to be a quick pit stop on our way to Joshua Tree, but we ended up spending a couple hours there. This quirky little...

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A group of three people posing among tall palm trees and rocky canyon walls on a sunny day.
A group of three people posing among tall palm trees and rocky canyon walls on a sunny day.

Andreas Canyon

January 26, 2026
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ANDREAS CANYON, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: We hiked through Andreas Canyon yesterday and I’m still not over it. Weaving in and out of the palm grove cathedral beside the steep,...

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Beef Wellington is served on a white plate with a rich red sauce. A table setting with wine glasses and flowers is visible.
Beef Wellington is served on a white plate with a rich red sauce. A table setting with wine glasses and flowers is visible.

Birthday Dinner at Mr. Lyons

January 25, 2026
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MR. LYONS, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Birthday Beef Wellington at Mr. Lyons! What a treat! ✖ Dining with Family in a Cozy Restaurant Jaywalking with Kristie at a Seattle Restaurant...

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A modern home with a bright yellow wall is set against a backdrop of palm trees and green grass under a sunny blue sky.
A modern home with a bright yellow wall is set against a backdrop of palm trees and green grass under a sunny blue sky.

A Palm Springs Birthday

January 25, 2026
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PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Celebrating my midlife birthday with midcentury modern style in sunny Palm Springs! ✖ Elegant Bathroom with Marble Vanity Vibrant Retro Poolside in Palm...

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A majestic, multi-tiered castle with pointed turrets, built into a rocky cliffside. Visitors walk through the plaza, taking photos against a clear blue sky.
A majestic, multi-tiered castle with pointed turrets, built into a rocky cliffside. Visitors walk through the plaza, taking photos against a clear blue sky.

Universal Studios

August 15, 2025
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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD, UNIVERSAL CITY, CA :: Wrapped up our last two days in SoCal celebrating cousin Shielle’s birthday at Universal Studios. Highlights included...

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A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.
A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.

Six Flags Magic Mountain

August 11, 2025
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SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN, VALENCIA, CA :: Two wild days at Six Flags Magic Mountain! The coasters? Absolutely insane. The heat? Also insane. But it was all worth the sweat!...

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Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.
Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.

Bakersfield National Cemetery

August 10, 2025
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BAKERSFIELD NATIONAL CEMETERY, ARVIN, CA :: Today we laughed and reminisced with Grandma Carol, sharing lunch and stories along with a couple games of Clue. Then we visited...

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Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.
Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

August 9, 2025
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NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Charlie’s love for birds runs deep… all the way back to the dinosaurs! So we had to kick off...

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Three people sitting on a park bench enjoying soft-serve ice cream on a sunny day.
Three people sitting on a park bench enjoying soft-serve ice cream on a sunny day.

Disney Birthdays

September 11, 2022
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DISNEYLAND/CALIFONIA ADVENTURE, ANAHEIM, CA :: Celebrating cousin Shielle’s and grandpa Brown’s birthdays at Disney California Adventure Park! Genie+ worked great in...

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A bartender performs a theatrical cocktail demonstration using dry ice smoke and a curved glass tube.
A bartender performs a theatrical cocktail demonstration using dry ice smoke and a curved glass tube.

Cirque du Soleil: JOYÀ

October 21, 2021
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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL JOYÀ, BAJA CALIFORNIA, MEXICO :: In addition to Kristie's birthday, we are celebrating our 20th anniversary in the Riviera Maya! I thank the universe...

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Family enjoying a mine cart ride through a rocky canyon at a theme park. Visitors wearing masks as they travel along a scenic rail track.
Family enjoying a mine cart ride through a rocky canyon at a theme park. Visitors wearing masks as they travel along a scenic rail track.

Disney California Adventure Park

September 20, 2021
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DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK, ANAHEIM, CA :: A quick weekend trip down to Anaheim to celebrate the twins' 11th birthday! First stop, Disney's California Adventure! ✖...

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A silver SUV with passengers parked closely beside a very large tree on a forest road, showing the massive scale of the trunk against a dense green forest.
A silver SUV with passengers parked closely beside a very large tree on a forest road, showing the massive scale of the trunk against a dense green forest.

Tour-Thru Tree

June 28, 2021
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TOUR-THRU TREE, KLAMATH, CA :: We found a tree that we could just barely squeeze through! ✖ Tour Thru Tree: A Pacific Northwest Travel Adventure Lumberjack and Moose Statue at...

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Three people walking across a wooden plank bridge over a creek in a densely wooded area.
Three people walking across a wooden plank bridge over a creek in a densely wooded area.

Fern Canyon Trail Redwood National Park

June 27, 2021
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FERN CANYON TRAIL REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK, ORICK, CA :: Today we explored a lush, magical canyon with walls layered in vibrant green ferns. The kids had fun crisscrossing the...

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A series of photos from the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, showing the lagoon and the rotunda from different angles.
A series of photos from the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, showing the lagoon and the rotunda from different angles.

Palace of Fine Arts

June 26, 2021
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PALACE OF FINE ARTS, CA :: Today we left San Francisco and drove up to Humboldt County, the midway point to our next destination, Bandon. We stopped by The Palace...

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A silver Jeep Wrangler is tilted forward on a dirt hilltop with a man and two people walking beside it in a sunny outdoor setting. The image features multiple angles of the vehicle and the people.
A silver Jeep Wrangler is tilted forward on a dirt hilltop with a man and two people walking beside it in a sunny outdoor setting. The image features multiple angles of the vehicle and the people.

Land Rover Experience

June 25, 2021
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QUAIL LODGE AND GOLF CLUB, CA :: All Defender owners receive a complimentary off-road driving course at one of the Land Rover Experience centers around the globe. Today we...

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A family wearing masks on a ferry with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. A scenic view of the iconic suspension bridge in San Francisco.
A family wearing masks on a ferry with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. A scenic view of the iconic suspension bridge in San Francisco.

California Road Trip

June 24, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA :: Our summer vacation road trip kicks off in San Francisco, Monterey, and Big Sur! I drove down from Bothell in about 12 hours, and the rest...

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Two individuals standing near a striking dragon arch sculpture in a desert setting under a bright blue sky.
Two individuals standing near a striking dragon arch sculpture in a desert setting under a bright blue sky.

Anza-Borrego Sculptures

January 18, 2021
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BORREGO SPRINGS, CA :: If you ever happen to be in Borrego Springs, chances are you'll encounter one or more of the 130+ metal sculptures placed within the town and...

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Four hikers explore a narrow slot canyon with towering sandstone walls.
Four hikers explore a narrow slot canyon with towering sandstone walls.

Ladder Canyon & Painted Canyon

January 17, 2021
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PALM DESERT, CA :: Today we explored the appropriately named Ladder Canyon Trail, where we encountered several thoughtfully placed ladders to help us navigate the challenging...

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People enjoying a sunny day at an outdoor plaza with palm trees and modern architecture.
People enjoying a sunny day at an outdoor plaza with palm trees and modern architecture.

Palm Springs Airport

January 1, 2021
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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Heading back home via our new favorite airport! ✖ Enjoying a Sunny Day in the Desert Relaxing on Rocks in Sunny Park...

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People wearing goggles in a clear blue pool with palm trees and desert landscaping in the background.
People wearing goggles in a clear blue pool with palm trees and desert landscaping in the background.

SoCal New Year

December 31, 2020
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INDIO, CA :: Ringing in the New Year, SoCal and Animal Style! 😎🍔Wishing everyone health and happiness in 2021! ✖ In-N-Out Double Cheeseburger Fun Times In A Tiki Pool...

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People walking a dirt path alongside a white fence in the summer.
Two young sisters eating snacks on a sunny afternoon in a lush backyard.
Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.
Stoppers stand in the doorway of El Avion, a distinctive airplane pub bar surrounded by tropical plants.
A family wonders through a stunning field of vibrant red and orange tulips during a spring outing.
Two vibrant blue and yellow macaws perched on a natural branch in a green, leafy environment.
Vibrant banners and flags stretch across a brick walkway and frame a large garden urn.
Several people wearing life jackets are swimming and using a raft near a boat on a bright, sunny day in the Okanagan Valley.
A vibrant blue hot spring set against a rugged geothermal landscape under an overcast sky.
Children standing on a zipline platform in a lush tropical forest under an overcast sky.
A serene fennec fox wearing a harness sits comfortably on a person's lap. Hands gently support the small, furry animal.
A child wearing an apron carefully slices yellow-orange fruit on a black cutting board. The background shows a bright kitchen with a view of the outdoors.
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Hikers walk a rocky trail among golden larch trees in a mountain valley. The scene features vibrant autumn foliage and rugged terrain.
Two children performing a floating egg experiment with colorful water at a kitchen counter. One child looks delighted while observing the results.
A black and white photograph of the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' sign at the entrance of Auschwitz concentration camp.
A scenic coastal trail with a hiker walking along the path, overlooking the ocean on a sunny day.
The ornate Gothic architecture of Vienna's City Hall stands under a bright blue sky.
A group of costumed garden gnomo performers poses together on a grassy field under a canopy. The costumes are colorful and whimsical, matching characters from Mary Poppins.
Panoramic view of Snoqualmie Falls and the surrounding rock gorge with a viewing platform.
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