Archive for the ‘United States’ Category

Resort Review, Honeymoon Edition: Gaige House, Sonoma, CA

By Mona Lisa Macalino LG Contributor Sonoma is the perfect destination for honeymooners or couples looking for a romantic hideaway. With its Asian-inspired design and secret-garden charm, the Gaige House fits the bill for travelers looking for luxury and upscale comfort. The Location Sonoma is...

February 4th, 2013 | California, Couples Travel, Departments, Hotels & Resorts, In-Room Reviews, Traveling Solo & Together, United States | Read More

Air Travel News 7.24.12

by Nancy Yeomans LG Air Travel Editor Look up in the sky! It’s a bird….it’s a plane! No….it’s your weekly air travel news! Here’s what’s happening in the world of aviation, from the ground up. Stolen SkyWest Jet Last week a truly horrifying incident took place...

July 24th, 2012 | Air Travel News, Hawaii, Travel Products & Services | Read More

Yosemite’s Famed Flock Causes Closures

By Nneka Opene LG Contributor During the year, roads and trails of Yosemite National Park are often closed due to natural hazards such as fire, rockslides and extreme weather. This time, however, the primary reason for closures in the park is due to endangered peregrine falcons nesting along popular...

July 23rd, 2012 | Backpacking & Trekking, California, Destinations, Health & Safety, North America, Planning, Tours & Attractions, Wildlife & Animals | Read More

Top 10 Free Things to Do in Santa Barbara, CA

By Connie K. Ho Special to Lost Girls Aqua green water sparkles in the sun next to sandy white beaches. Spanish-styled architecture sits atop a hill with breathtaking mountain views. Smooth jazz melodies can be heard in the distance. Santa Barbara is great for a getaway weekend or an adventure to explore...

June 14th, 2012 | California, City Travel | Read More

Dos and Don’ts of a Girl’s Getaway to Las Vegas

By Gina Douglas Special to Lost Girls Dancing, shows, cocktails, an excuse to finally whip out that itty-bitty dress you love, but can’t ever bring yourself to wear because it’s just a little bit too risqué. Is it any wonder Las Vegas is the quintessential girlfriend getaway? To make...

June 7th, 2012 | City Travel, Extras, Las Vegas | Read More

LG Guide to Myrtle Beach

By Kristen Putch LG Acquisitions Editor I’ll admit: I’m very skeptical of beach towns. While I love the ocean and the beach itself, the surrounding areas tend to be overrun with souvenir shops and arcades. So when I was invited to visit Myrtle Beach back in June, I expected nothing more than a tourist...

May 2nd, 2012 | Adventure Travel, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Spa & Beauty | Read More

Lost Girl’s Guide to Las Vegas

By Becky Johnson Special to Lost Girls With nicknames such as “Sin City,” “The City that Never Sleeps,” and “The Entertainment Capital of the World” Las Vegas has much to live up to. Yet many visitors to this oasis in the desert never venture far past the infamous Las Vegas Strip, which is...

April 26th, 2012 | City Travel, Featured, Nevada | Read More

Stand Up Paddleboarding In Key West

by Nancy Yeomans LG Air Travel Editor When in Key West one must head to the water. As the island is surrounded by the stuff, some of the most fun activities are to be had there. I’ve been keen to try the celebrity sport of choice, Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP), for a while now. The chance to check...

April 17th, 2012 | Dispatches from the Road, Fitness & Workouts, Florida Keys | Read More

Top 10 Fun, Free Things to do in Los Angeles

By Connie K. Ho Special to Lost Girls The land of sun, beach, and Hollywood, Los Angeles has plenty of activities to offer visitors, even those on the strictest of budgets. Here’s our compilation of the top free fun activities to do in Los Angeles. Stroll by the Santa Monica Pier On a sunny weekend,...

April 12th, 2012 | California, City Travel | Read More

LG’s Guide to Orlando (No visit to Mickey required)

By Kristen Kuchar Special to the Lost Girls Orlando is known for Disney, Universal, and kid-centered activities in general. But if tea cups and Dumbo rides aren’t on your itinerary for a trip, it doesn’t mean that Orlando is not an option. In fact, there’s plenty of reasons to visit this sunny...

April 11th, 2012 | Orlando | Read More