Thank you! I was honored to be a finalist in two categories for the 59th Southern California Journalism Awards and delighted to receive second place in the Print Column category for “A Journey to Freedom Over Three Passovers.” I was a finalist for Travel Reporting with my story about Mongolia. WINNERS F7. COLUMN Tom Hoffarth, Los Angeles … Continued
In March 2017, I skied at Northstar for the first time and had dinner at Manzanita at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe where I met Executive Chef Mark Jeffers during my chef’s table experience. I knew that I wanted to visit this lovely location during the summer. VIDEO: Why did I love The Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe? … Continued
June 2017 NEWS: Finalist at the Award Ceremony I am a finalist in two categories for the Southern California Journalism Awards! The ceremony is June 25 at the Biltmore. I am honored to be included. There were 1200 entries for the 59th annual awards. Thank you to the Los Angeles Press Club for my nominations. I will … Continued
When I was traveling in South East Asia on two long sojourns (11 months and 18 months), I learned about the fantastic low cost airline, AirAsia. I am happy to report that as of June 28, 2017 AirAsia will be flying to Hawaii. This is such great news. I love everything about AirAsia especially their tagline “Now … Continued
Do you wonder where to travel next? I love to go to the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show 2017 to get inspired for my next journey. Did you know that “L.A.’s Favorite Travel Show is Now the Nation’s Largest!” Put it on your calendar now! Join me February 24 – 25, 2018 at the Los … Continued
I am so excited that this weekend is The Scuba Show in Long Beach! I went last year and discovered so many great destinations and dive shops. I wanted to share my recent trips with you and a few things I do not leave home without! I could not travel and dive without: LG V20: … Continued
April NEWS: Plant seeds and Watch them GROW! At times over the last few years, I have wondered if I am making progress. Was leaving teaching to write about travel the right choice? Lately, I see that the seeds I have been planting are taking root and growing! I am very proud of my accomplishments! My trip to … Continued
February NEWS: One Million Video Views WeSaidGoTravel Thank you so very much for your support for We Said Go Travel! I still remember my first trip with my Cisco Flip taking video in Taiwan. A fifth grader at school taught me iMovie at recess one day and now I am going to have ONE MILLION VIDEO VIEWS! … Continued
I loved seeing the presidents of Mount Rushmore at the Den on Sunset at Travel Massive Los Angeles. I never expected to selfie with them on a Thursday night. Thanks to Kelley, Jim, Mara, Katlyn, Gina and a special thanks to Wanda for all her help on my first trip to visit part of the GREAT … Continued
Lisa’s Talk at THE WORLD TRAVELED from Feb 2017: Join me February 25 2017 in Los Angeles, California to talk about my travels! I will be interviewed by Elisa Kotin from The World Traveled at Capital One Café. This event is free and will be from 11am to 2pm. WHEN: 11am to 2pm on Saturday February … Continued