Ep. 18 | San Luis Obispo, CA: Wine Tasting, Outdoor Recreation, Award-Winning Dining

Ep. 18 | San Luis Obispo, CA: Wine Tasting, Outdoor Recreation, Award-Winning Dining

San Luis Obispo offers a “slo” atmosphere with plenty of wine tasting, outdoor activities, award-winning dining, art and culture.  Guest: Jacqui Clark-Charlesworth, Tourism & Community Promotions Manager, Visit San Luis Obispo https://visitslo.com [https://visitslo.com/] Must-Do’s: * Madonna Inn [https://www.madonnainn.com/]: Every room is completely different, and the design throughout the property is over-the-top in the best way. Stop in for a slice of their pink champagne cake.  * Thursday Night Farmers’ Market [https://visitslo.com/things-to-do/attractions/farmers-market/]: One of the country’s longest-running farmers’ markets with local food, live music, farmers, and small businesses.  * Bubblegum Alley [https://visitslo.com/things-to-do/attractions/bubblegum-alley-san-luis-obispo/] + Downtown SLO [https://visitslo.com/neighborhoods/meet-us-in-downtown/]: BYO gum and add to the “art.” Located in downtown, surrounded by local shops, restaurants, and wine bars.   * Wine tasting [https://visitslo.com/bars-nightlife/wineries-in-san-luis-obispo/]: Region [https://drinkregion.com/pages/visit-slo] has more than 50 local wines. Edna Valley has Chamisal Vineyards [https://chamisalvineyards.com/], Tolosa Winery [https://www.tolosawinery.com/], and Edna [https://www.ednaslo.com/]—a multi-winery tasting room, distillery, market, and restaurant.  * Nate's on Marsh [https://www.natesonmarsh.com/] and Novo [https://www.novorestaurant.com/]: Farm-to-table, grape-to-glass, and chefs who know the farmers by name.   * Concerts in the Plaza [https://downtownslo.com/events/concerts]: Free, outdoor concerts every Friday night, all summer long.   * SLO Cider Trail [https://visitslo.com/bars-nightlife/san-luis-obispo-cider-trail/]: The SLO Cider Trail connects a growing community of local cider makers/ * Outdoors [https://visitslo.com/things-to-do/outdoor-activities/]: More than 65 miles of trails, including Cerro San Luis—also known as Madonna Mountain, and Reservoir Canyon, which rewards you with a waterfall after a good rainy season. * SLO International Film Festival [https://www.slofilmfest.org/]: A great mix of indie film screenings, conversations with filmmakers, and all kinds of special events every April.   * MidWeekend Happy Hours [https://visitslo.com/slo-midweekend-offers/]: Beer, wine, cider, cocktails, mocktails—whatever you're into, you’ll find it every day of the week.  * SLOCO Health + Wellness [https://slocomassage.com] * Scout Coffee [https://scoutcoffeeco.com] * Mistura [https://misturarestaurants.com] Peruvian cuisine What’s New in San Luis Obispo: * SLO Ranch [https://sloranchfarms.com/]: SLO’s newest outdoor dining, shopping and hang out spot, SLO Ranch has something for everyone. Candle making at The Mayan Collective [https://themayancollective.com]. * Uma’s [https://umasrockaway.com/]: An Uzbekistan-focused restaurant, Uma’s, newly opened in downtown.  * Slodega [https://www.instagram.com/slodega/] + Villain Bakery [https://www.instagram.com/villainbakery/]: Slodega is a bodega-style cafe right in Mission Plaza with coffee, beer and wine, pastries, and light bites. Villain Bakery has been doing pop-ups and is working toward a permanent home.   * Nicola [https://www.nicolaslo.com/]: A Peruvian-Italian hybrid Bachiche restaurant—the first of its kind in the U.S.—from the chef behind Mistura and Mama's Meatballs.  * Anderson Social [https://anderson.social/]: A newer café-by-day, jazz-bar-by-night concept set in a former Prohibition-era hotel downtown.   * Breda [https://www.breda-slo.com/]: Michelin-starred pastry chef Florencia Breda opened her own Italian pâtisserie with her wife right here in SLO—intricate desserts, hand-painted chocolates and elegant daily tea service.   * SLOMA [https://sloma.org/]: Free, open to the public with a major expansion that will double its footprint by summer 2027.   * Festival Mozaic [https://www.festivalmozaic.org/]: World-class classical music in historic venues dotting SLO County.  * SLO Wine Mixer [https://www.madonnainn.com/calendar/2026/6/6/slo-wine-mixer]: The Central Coast's first “Gen Z wine festival” led by sommelier and social media personality Sam Capaldi, known as "the no snob somm."   Thanks for tuning in to Sharael Travels. If you enjoyed the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite travel buddies. Want to pitch a destination or connect with Sharael? Head to sharael.com. [http://www.sharael.com/] Follow her on social media @SharaelTravels: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharaeltravels] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharaeltravels/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sharaeltravels] * X [https://x.com/sharaeltravels]

Ep. 17 | Cody Yellowstone, WY: Rodeo, Yellowstone, Buffalo Bill

Cody Yellowstone is a small Wyoming town with a strong western vibe and activities that include an annual rodeo, horseback riding, exploring Yellowstone National Park, and learning about the history of Buffalo Bill. Guest: Katrina Southern, Marketing Manager, Cody Yellowstone CodyYellowstone.com [http://codyyellowstone.com/] Must-Do’s: * Cody Nite Rodeo/Cody Cattle Company/Cody Rodeo Bus - Cody Rodeo | Nightly Rodeos & Western Fun | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/see-do/rodeo/] * Cody Trolley Tour – Cody Trolley Tours | Cody's Scenic Sights | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/cody-trolley-tours/] * Old Trail Town – Old Trail Town and Museum of the Old West | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/old-trail-town-and-museum-of-the-old-west/] * Buffalo Bill Center of the West/Draper Raptor Experience Explore Buffalo Bill Center | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/buffalo-bill-center-of-the-west/] * Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/heart-mountain-wwii-interpretive-center/] * Yellowstone National Park Explore Yellowstone National Park | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/see-do/yellowstone-national-park/] * Outdoor adventures for everyone  Outdoor Recreation | Adventure Awaits | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/see-do/outdoor-recreation/] * Wildlife watching/spotting Wildlife in Yellowstone | Nature & Animals | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/see-do/wildlife/] * Beer trail/culinary adventures for every palate: Restaurants | Dining Options & Reviews | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/see-do/restaurants/] * Hire a hiking buddy [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/hiking-buddy-llc/] What’s New in Cody Yellowstone: 250th events Cody Yellowstone 250th Anniversary [https://www.parkcounty250.com/]: * Two Lights for Tomorrow * Special beer to mark the milestone * Cattle drive and street dance in Meeteetsee * Annie Get Your Gun musical performance * Frontier festival and chuckwagon cookoff * Field of honorh * America’s Potluck * Cody Stampede * “Defining Courage” stage production at Heart Mountaink * Wild West Arts Fest2.        Heart Mountain Heart Mountain WWII Interpretive Center | Cody Yellowstone [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/activities/heart-mountain-wwii-interpretive-center/]: * Heart Mountain cultural workshops * Root cellar will be open Agricultural tours in Powell: * For groups—stops at several local farms Seasonal events Events | Cody Yellowstone: [https://www.codyyellowstone.org/events/] * Swing it Spring food and wine pairing * Jake Clark Mule Days * Wild West Spectaculard * Yellowstone Beer Fest * Heart Mountain Pilgrimage * Cody Wild West River Fest * Homesteader Days * Cody Cowboy Christmas  Thanks for tuning in to Sharael Travels. If you enjoyed the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite travel buddies. Want to pitch a destination or connect with Sharael? Head to sharael.com. [http://www.sharael.com/] Follow her on social media @SharaelTravels: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharaeltravels] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharaeltravels/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sharaeltravels] * X [https://x.com/sharaeltravels]

Ep. 16 | Huntington Beach, CA: Surfing, Huntington State Beach, Oceanfront Hotels

Huntington Beach is a beach city in Southern California, known as Surf City, that has a laid-back vibe with a variety of water sports, a lively downtown across from the state beach, an outdoor mall, a walkable pier, and hotels overlooking the Pacific Ocean.  Guest: Clara Tsang, VP of PR and Communications, Visit Huntington Beach  https://www.surfcityusa.com [https://www.surfcityusa.com/]  Must-Do’s: * Kimpton Shorebreak [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/kimpton-shorebreak-huntington-beach-resort/16/] * Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach [https://www.surfcityusa.com/meetings/resorts-hotels/the-hb-collection/hyatt-regency-huntington-beach-resort-spa/] * International Surfing Museum [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/huntington-beach-international-surfing-museum/40/] * Duke’s Huntington Beach [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/dukes/207/] * Huntington Beach Pier [https://www.surfcityusa.com/things-to-do/attractions/huntington-beach-pier/] * Surf lessons at McKinnon Surf & SUP Lessons [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/mckinnon-surf-%26-sup-lessons/894/] * US Open of Surfing [https://www.surfcityusa.com/events/annual-events-festivals/us-open-of-surfing/] * Biking along 10 miles of beaches [https://www.surfcityusa.com/things-to-do/outdoors-recreation/biking/] * 500+ Bonfires on the beach [https://www.surfcityusa.com/things-to-do/beaches/beach-bonfires/] * Corgi Beach Day [https://www.surfcityusa.com/events/annual-events-festivals/so-cal-corgi-beach-day/]  What’s New in Huntington Beach: * Boardriders Café [https://www.instagram.com/boardriderscafehb/] * For a sweet treat, Uncle Fluffy [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/uncle-fluffy/2846/] and Parlor Doughnuts [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/parlor-doughnuts/2942/] * Bolsa Chica Wetlands [https://www.surfcityusa.com/things-to-do/outdoors-recreation/nature-parks/bolsa-chica-ecological-reserve/] * Jolie [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/jolie/2694/] * Offshore9 [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/offshore-9-rooftop-lounge/823/] * Sushi Nigiriba [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/sushi-nigiriba/2944/] * A Great Day in the Stoke [https://www.surfcityusa.com/events/annual-events-festivals/a-great-day-in-the-stoke/] * Sticks and Stone Clubhouse [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/sticks-and-stones-clubhouse/2960/] * SeaSalt Honky Tonk at the Beach [https://www.surfcityusa.com/listing/seasalt-honky-tonk-at-the-beach/708/] * Huntington Harbour [https://www.surfcityusa.com/things-to-do/attractions/huntington-harbour/] * Taste of Napa [https://www.surfcityusa.com/event/taste-of-napa-in-huntington-beach/25033/] and California Wine Festival [https://www.surfcityusa.com/events/annual-events-festivals/huntington-beach-california-wine-festival/] at Pasea Hotel & Spa [https://www.paseahotel.com]  Thanks for tuning in to Sharael Travels. If you enjoyed the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite travel buddies. Want to pitch a destination or connect with Sharael? Head to sharael.com. [http://www.sharael.com/] Follow her on social media @SharaelTravels: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharaeltravels] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharaeltravels/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sharaeltravels] * X [https://x.com/sharaeltravels]

Ep. 15 | Buellton, CA: Wine Tasting, Outdoor Adventure, Animal Encounters

Buellton is a small town just off Pacific Coast Highway in Central California that offers wine tasting, outdoor adventure, animal encounters, and quirky charm. Guest: Kathy Vreeland, Director of Discover Buelltonhttps://discoverbuellton.com/ https://discoverbuellton.com [https://discoverbuellton.com/] Must-Do’s·      * Highline Adventures [https://highlineadventures.com/]: Biggest and fastest zipline in California and Ropes Course.      * Ostrichland USA [https://www.ostrichlandusa.com/]: Feed ostriches and emus * Go horseback riding with Santa Ynez Valley Horseback Rides [https://www.syvhorsebackrides.com/] * Mendenhall Museum [https://www.mendenhallmuseum.com/] of Gasoline Pumps * Stroll through the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden [https://santaynezvalleybotanicgarden.org/], explore the butterfly garden and willow maze, or add a wish to the wishing tree * Vega Vineyard & Farm [https://www.vegavineyardandfarm.com/]: Wine tasting, restaurant, petting zoo, gift shop, vineyards What’s New in Buellton: Buellton annual events: * Buellton Fall Fest [https://www.buelltonfallfest.com/]: November * Buellton Winter Fest: December [https://discoverbuellton.com/buellton-winter-fest/] New activities: * Wine Wednesday in Buellton * The Skynet Playground [https://highlineadventures.com/adventures/skynet-playground] at Highline Adventures * Buellton's new farmers' market [https://ediblesantabarbara.com/departments/edible-notables/buelltons-new-farmers-market/] * Santa Ynez Valley Children’s Museum [https://www.syvchildrensmuseum.org/] Where to Stay: * Sideways Inn [https://sidewaysinn.com/] * Flying Flags RV Park [https://flyingflags.com/] * Pea Soup Andersen’s Inn [https://www.peasoupandersens.com/] * Hotel Hygge [https://www.hotelhyggebuellton.com/]· * Alisal Ranch [https://www.alisalranch.com/] Where to Eat: * Nana Thai [https://www.nanathaisyv.com/]· * Firestone Walker Brewing Company [https://www.firestonewalker.com/buellton/] * Industrial Eats [https://industrialeats.com/] * AJ Spurs Saloon [https://www.ajspurs.com/] * Figueroa Mountain Brew Co. [https://www.figmtnbrew.com/buellton] * Hitching Post 2 [https://www.hitchingpost2.com/] Thanks for tuning in to Sharael Travels. If you enjoyed the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite travel buddies. Want to pitch a destination or connect with Sharael? Head to sharael.com. [http://www.sharael.com/] Follow her on social media @SharaelTravels: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharaeltravels] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharaeltravels/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sharaeltravels] * X [https://x.com/sharaeltravels]

Ep. 14 | Las Vegas, NV: Luxury Resorts, Thrilling Entertainment, World-Class Dining

Las Vegas is one of the most vibrant cities with world-class dining and celebrity restaurants, entertaining concerts and musical shows, and lavish resorts.  Guest: Heidi Hayes, Director of Public Relations, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority https://www.visitlasvegas.com [https://www.visitlasvegas.com/]  Must-Do’s: 1. Watch Fountains at Bellagio [https://bellagio.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/fountains-of-bellagio.html] 2. Stroll the Strip [https://www.visitlasvegas.com/las-vegas-strip/] at night 3. See a show (The Sphere [https://www.thesphere.com/]; Awakening [https://www.wynnlasvegas.com/entertainment/awakening] at Wynn Las Vegas) 4. Ride the High Roller Observation Wheel [https://www.caesars.com/linq/things-to-do/attractions/high-roller] 5. Visit Fremont Street [https://vegasexperience.com/] 6. Explore the Neon Museum [https://neonmuseum.org/] 7. Take a day trip to Red Rock Canyon [https://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/], Mt. Charleston [https://www.gomtcharleston.com/], Valley of Fire State Park [https://parks.nv.gov/parks/valley-of-fire], Lake Mead National Recreation Area [https://www.nps.gov/lake/index.htm], or Seven Magic Mountains [https://sevenmagicmountains.com/] 8. Try a thrill ride (STRAT SkyJump [https://thestrat.com/attractions/skyjump], STRAT X-Scream [https://thestrat.com/attractions/thrill-rides/x-scream], Big Apple Coaster [https://newyorknewyork.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-big-apple-coaster-and-arcade.html]) 9. Snap a selfie at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign 10. Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart [https://meowwolf.com/visit/las-vegas] 11. Get a spa treatment (Lapis Spa & Wellness [https://www.fontainebleaulasvegas.com/wellness/lapis-spa-and-wellness/] at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Awana Spa [https://www.rwlasvegas.com/health-wellness/awana-spa] at Resorts World) 12. Splurge on a dining experience [https://www.visitlasvegas.com/restaurants-and-nightlife/] * Orla [https://mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com/en/restaurants/orla.html?ecid=GMB] at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino * Chyna Club [https://www.fontainebleaulasvegas.com/dining/restaurants/chyna-club/] at Fontainebleau Las Vegas * The Bedford by Martha Stewart [https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/restaurants/the-bedford-by-martha-stewart/] at Paris Las Vegas * NOBU [https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/restaurants/nobu/] at Paris Las Vegas * COMO Poolside Café & Bar [https://applewebdata//43874816-F2B8-432D-B563-395440D2E749/COMO%20Poolside%20Cafe%CC%81%20&%20Bar] at Bellagio Resort & Casino Pool * Vanderpump à Paris [https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/restaurants/vanderpump-a-paris/] at Paris Las Vegas * Superfrico [https://spiegelworld.com/restaurants/superfrico/] at the Cosmopolitan * Crossroads Kitchen [https://www.crossroadslasvegas.com/] in Resorts World Las Vegas   What’s New: 1. The Vanderpump Hotel [https://www.caesars.com/vanderpump-hotel] opens in May 2. Cantina Contramar [https://www.fontainebleaulasvegas.com/dining/restaurants/cantina-contramar/] at Fontainebleau Las Vegas 3. Maroon by chef Kwame [https://www.saharalasvegas.com/restaurants-bars/maroon-sem?dining_lead_source=google_search_kwame&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22318349728&gbraid=0AAAAADKA6RAqz03SpPy0ZpirGFuWNwgwR&gclid=CjwKCAjwhqfPBhBWEiwAZo196qDOs0WqnEDmjheddvKX-qoezjj_KcRNYDA1tLq_izJE6bfWoLNVHxoC8msQAvD_BwE] at SAHARA 4. New direct flights announce from Paris and Sydney 5. Inclusive packages from MGM Resorts [https://www.mgmresorts.com/en/offers/all-inclusive-experience.html], Caesars [https://www.caesars.com/las-vegas/hotels/deals/inclusive-summer-package?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=LVM-PMAX-Travel-Goals-Occ-Brand-9FA&utm_term=&utm_content=&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22569094066&gbraid=0AAAAADkAkvNgprodN9hdIkqjI2X_02Hvb&gclid=CjwKCAjwhqfPBhBWEiwAZo196pN6XKCreH_Hi3KYt5qHXkbEeTcF1AQPewmne4ln_vQGVlxozxuH6RoCJg4QAvD_BwE], Resorts World Las Vegas [https://www.rwlasvegas.com/offers/summer/] 6. Super Bowl 63 just announced for 2029 7. A’s baseball with new stadium coming in 2028  Semi-private flight to Las Vegas: JSX airline [https://www.jsx.com/]  Thanks for tuning in to Sharael Travels. If you enjoyed the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite travel buddies. Want to pitch a destination or connect with Sharael? Head to sharael.com. [http://www.sharael.com/] Follow her on social media @SharaelTravels: * TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@sharaeltravels] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sharaeltravels/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sharaeltravels] * X [https://x.com/sharaeltravels]