I live for a destination that provides culture shock, which is why international travel has always been my priority; but experiencing Mardi Gras in New Orleans is as much culture shock as ever without having to leave the US, especially for someone like me who isn’t from the South. You’ll quickly find out why in this […]

Written by Michele Wilson for MonaCorona.com. Welcome to the city by the bay! A mere 46.9 square miles, this place is jam-packed with food, art, and culture. There is so much to do here that any traveler can easily build their perfect itinerary. And what better way to compliment that itinerary than booking one of […]

Welcome to the all-new Virgin Hotels Las Vegas! Equal parts swanky and sexy, this new Vegas resort is worth the stay for the environment alone. If you know anything about the Virgin brand, you know that they always bring the drama with over-the-top presentation and this stand-out hotel is no exception. Keep reading for my […]

While I’ve visited the Sunshine State of Florida dozens of times, glamping in Florida is not something I ever imagined doing, and even more so, I never thought Florida Keys glamping existed. The last time I went glamping was deep in the Sahara Desert in Morocco, entirely disconnected from civilization and it was one of […]

Los Angeles is one of the most iconic cities in the world, and for great reason. LA is a melting pot of all cultures and has everything you’d want in a city: warm and sunny weather, an amazing food scene, beautiful beaches and mountains, great shopping and nightlife, and tons of entertainment. The one thing […]

With plenty of outdoor space, fresh mountain air, and nature-filled activity, Lake Tahoe is easily one of the best destinations in the U.S. for a safe and responsible getaway. North Lake Tahoe, in particular, has little left to be desired for nature lovers in search of serenity, solitude, and adventure. In comparison to the South […]

As a Los Angeles native, Las Vegas, Nevada is probably one of my most visited destinations and my preferred escape when I’m looking for a quick getaway that isn’t too far from home. For me, nothing in the U.S. beats a Vegas girls trip and anyone who’s had the opportunity to visit Vegas more than […]

Spring in the Lake Tahoe area brings forth a unique blend of winter and summer’s best. Where one day might call for a delicate sprinkling of snow, the next may be 75 degrees and sunny. At its center, the large, sparkling lake is one of the country’s most precious gifts; whose towering evergreens and alpine […]

Written by Aimee Engebretson for MonaCorona.com. Hi, I’m Aimee. I’m a travel blogger from One Chance Travel and I was born and raised in Orange County, California, USA. I fell in love with exploring the world at age 15 when I traded in my future-car-fund for a trip to Europe. The city of Paris ended up being the […]

Calistoga is the sleepy, charming, northern-most city in Napa Valley aptly nicknamed the “spa capital of California” for its natural geothermal hot springs and dense population of spas. Year-round, Calistoga welcomes Wine Country visitors to its acres of vineyards, world-class restaurants, and lux day spas. Located at the very tail end of the valley, Calistoga […]