Montage Deer Valley, our last visit in Deer Valley, but certainly not the least.  At the very top of the mountain, the drive was absolutely gorgeous. The Montage offers a grand entrance and refined mountain lodge culture.  A hallmark of the resort is the highly personalized service, which makes you feel at home from the […]

The Stein’s reputation proceeds itself having earned a spot on Forbes’ list of “Most Luxurious Hotels in the World” and received raving review from Travel + Leisure. Ski Magazine readers have consistently voted it the best ski resort in America.  This Norwegian-style chalet sits mid-mountain.  The nostalgic European atmosphere feels as if you’ve stepped back […]

What are the Salt Flats The Salt Flats are remnants of a lake that’s now 90% table salt and can be 5 ft. deep near the center. On a clear day, it’s so flat that you can see the earth’s curvature. At one point in time, Lake Bonneville covered 1/3 of Utah. The flats are […]

We arrived in Salt Lake City.  One of the draws to visiting Park City for a ski-in/ski-out experience is how close it is. Only a 40 minute drive and you are in the heart of a winter wonderland so if travel time is a concern, this is the trip for you.  Since we went to […]

Covered in pink-white sand, rolling hills covered in green leaves, and fairy tale towns. Saint-Barts is the best kept secret of the French West Indies.  Maybe its because I’m craving a European adventure (because I always am) that the red roofs remind me of the the iconic blue tops in Santorini. But while we await […]

Most people visit Hawaii in the spring/summer or over holidays, but have you considered winter?  Winter means something very different to these islands with temperatures staying right around 80 degrees and tropical flowers starting to bloom. When? Did you know? January – April is when you are most likely to see Humpback whales during winter […]

With two official languages, English and Hawaiian – locals would appreciate you learning a few key words prior to your visit.  English is the main language spoken but travel is about experiencing something new so embrace and adapt as much as possible.  Here is a short list of words and phrases that can be put […]

So, you are ready to start the planning process and visit the beautiful Hawaiian Islands.  No matter what your itinerary has in store, these are some important points you’ll want to know before you arrive. 1. When to go? Hawaii is consistently warm throughout the year so bathing suit weather is no concern. Summer months […]

Whether it’s your 1st or 15th trip to Hawaii – there’s an island for everyone.  Here’s a quick need-to-know so you pick the island(s) that fit your travel style. You can find extreme adventure or serenity in luxurious spas and sunbathing. There is no wrong choice but there is a best choice for you.  Oahu Great […]

Experience the great outdoors, without roughing it. What if I told you each tent has a butler. YES, a camping butler.  Your tent will have A/C and an en suite bathroom with a towel heater if that helps you envision the difference between accommodations at Paws Up and the pop-up in your back yard.  I’m […]