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Pura Vida and welcome to our latest episode - Episode 44: Tuscan Cooking Classes. In this episode, we continue our adventures through the Tuscany region of Northern Italy and explore some amazing Tuscan Cooking Classes.

Tuscany is world-renown for its wine, culture and cuisine but the best way to experience all three is by partaking in some cooking classes and we discovered two incredible gems you need to add to your bucket list! Our first cooking experience was at Il Falconiere near Cortona where we learned first-hand the art of pasta making along with a delicious recipe for panna cotta - yummy!

Next, it was off to Florence for pizza and gelato making. If you have a passion for cooking or just love fresh Italian cuisine, download this podcast to learn all about what to expect and how to start planning for these amazing experiences! Also, be sure to check out our Destination and Blog pages for more inspiration on planning your next trip to Northern Italy!

We are so happy to be back in studio sharing our latest travel adventures through some of Northern Italy's finest Wineries! We love Italy - the food, the culture, the scenery and of course, the wine - and we recently planned a gastro tour of Northern Italy where we could explore some of the famed wineries of the Tuscany. So strap yourselves in as we embark on a sensory journey through the lush vineyards and historic cellars of of the Chianti and Montepulciano wine regions.

Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a curious wine enthusiast, this episode offers a delightful blend of education and entertainment. We highlight four absolute gems and provide you with everything you need to know about exploring these and other wineries throughout Northern Italy. Get ready to explore some of Italy's best and let the rich flavors and history of Northern Italian wineries transport you to a world where every bottle holds a story waiting to be savored. Be sure to check out our accompaning blog for more information. Cheers!

In this episode of Pure Life Podcast, we dive into some of Northern Italy's finest Wineries! We love Italy - the food, the culture, the scenery and of course, the wine - and we recently planned a gastro tour of Northern Italy where we could explore some of the famed wineries of the Tuscany. So strap yourselves in as we embark on a sensory journey through the lush vineyards and historic cellars of of the Chianti and Montepulciano wine regions.

Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or a curious wine enthusiast, this episode offers a delightful blend of education and entertainment. We highlight four absolute gems and provide you with everything you need to know about exploring these and other wineries throughout Northern Italy. Get ready to explore some of Italy's best and let the rich flavors and history of Northern Italian wineries transport you to a world where every bottle holds a story waiting to be savored. Be sure to check out our Blog and Destinations pages for more information. Cheers!

We are back! These past few weeks were chock full of travel, drama, and a few unexpected incidents - all of which we'll be sharing throughout the next few weeks so stay tuned! One of the most significant events we'll be sharing was our latest COVID-Coping technique; a road trip across the Western United States (starting in California then off to Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and Arizona). So strap yourselves in as we hit the road for a COVID-inspired 2020 road trip!

We kick off this weeks episode right where it all began; Day 1 of our road trip for a quick over-nighter in lovely Mammoth Lakes, California on our way through Las Vegas and onto Utah. We'd never been to Mammoth before, so we thought this would be a great way to break up the first leg of our journey and get out on some of the many trails all over the Mammoth area. What an amazing first stop and an incredible way to begin our journey! We'll uncover it all in this episode, including some of our favorite spots both for hiking and eating. Enjoy!

In this episode of Pure Life Podcast, we discuss a road trip we took across the Western United States. We kick off this episode right where it all began; Day 1 of our road trip for a quick over-nighter in lovely Mammoth Lakes, California on our way through Las Vegas and onto Utah. We’d never been to Mammoth before, so we thought this would be a great way to break up the first leg of our journey and get out on some of the many trails all over the Mammoth area. What an amazing first stop and an incredible way to begin our journey!

We’ll uncover it all in this episode, including some of our favorite spots both for hiking and eating. Be sure to check out our Destinations page for even more great vacation spots. Enjoy!

Pura Vida and welcome to our latest episode - Episode 41: Skin Nourishment and Piña Coloadas! We kick off this weeks episode with our "drink of the week" - the perfect piña colada cocktail. With summer right around the corner, beach vacations and tropical settings dominate our thoughts. Well . . . the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic means travel to the beach isn't likely anytime soon. So, let's bring the beach to us with a perfect piña coloada cocktail. This satisfyingly refreshing recipe is sure to set the perfect tone for a relaxing shelter-in-place stay-cation! Be sure to check out our latest blog for step-by-step instructions!

Next, we start a discussion on some new nourishing skin care products we've been researching lately. With the current pause in travel, it's a perfect time to do some much needed research and one of our focus areas has been skin care. With such a dizzying array of products to choose from, it's hard to know what just works and what is all hype. We break down some recent all-natural skin care discoveries from Drunk Elephant, Ursa Major and CeraVe, giving an honest assessment of our top picks from these amazing brands. Enjoy!

In this episode of Pure Life Podcast, we kick things off with our "drink of the week" - the perfect piña colada cocktail. With summer always around the corner, beach vacations and tropical settings tend to dominate all thoughts. Regardless of what time of year it happens to be, it's easy to bring the beach to us with a perfect piña colada cocktail. This satisfyingly refreshing recipe is sure to set the perfect tone for a relaxing shelter-in-place stay-cation! Be sure to check out our latest blog for step-by-step instructions!

Next, we start a discussion on some new nourishing skin care products we've been researching lately. With the current pause in travel, it's a perfect time to do some much needed research and one of our focus areas has been skin care. With such a dizzying array of products to choose from, it's hard to know what just works and what is all hype. We break down some recent all-natural skin care discoveries from Drunk Elephant, Ursa Major and CeraVe, giving an honest assessment of our top picks from these amazing brands. Find the perfect vacation spot to show off your newly replenished skin on our Destinations page. Enjoy!

Pura Vida and welcome to our latest podcast - Ultimate Mojito Virtual Happy Hour! With the hectic pace of modern day life, it's always a good idea to celebrate hope and reconnecting with each other - with a delicious cocktail of course! So grab your glass and plenty of ice, because it's time for a trip to our virtual happy hour!

This week, we kick off the happy hour with our "drink of the week" home-made cocktail. Our drink this week is the Mojito - a perfect spring and summer cocktail that goes down smooth and compliments just about any finger foods. We provide not only our own twist to create the Ultimate Mojito but also introduce a variety of our favorite snacks. From chips and salsa, big soft pretzels to spring rolls and more, our eclectic recommendations provide the perfect compliment to our refreshing and easy-to-make mojito, ensuring a delicious and enjoyable virtual happy hour.

And when it's time to enjoy a mojito on the road, be sure to check out our Destinations page to find that perfect location to indulge. Cheers!

Pura Vida and welcome to our latest podcast - a Mojito Virtual Happy Hour! With the hectic pace of modern day life, it's always a good idea to celebrate hope and reconnecting with each other - with a delicious cocktail of course! So grab your glass and plenty of ice, because it's time for a virtual happy hour!

This week, we kick off the happy hour with our "drink of the week" home-made cocktail. Our drink this week is the Mojito - a perfect spring and summer cocktail that goes down smooth and compliments just about any finger foods. We provide not only our own twist to the Mojito recipe but also introduce a variety of our favorite snacks. From chips and salsa, big soft pretzels to spring rolls and more, our eclectic recommendations provide the perfect compliment to our refreshing and easy-to-make mojito, ensuring a delicious and enjoyable virtual happy hour. Cheers!

Pura Vida! We kick off this podcast with our "drink of the week" segment. This weeks concoction is a delicious and delectable cocktail called the Buffalo Bramble. Made with Vodka, Creme de Cassis and fresh blackberries, it's a refreshing addition to our coping cocktails series, packing an equal punch of potency and flavor!

Next we shift gears and dive into our latest findings on all things travel, including which countries lifted travel restrictions, which ones didn't, and how to deal with cancellations and refunds. We also talk about some of the changes to airlines and hotel cancellation and rescheduling policies affected by the pandemic as well as our experiences handling changes and cancellations. It's a jam-packed episode, so strap in, grab your favorite cocktail (and be sure to check out this weeks Buffalo Bramble recipe) and enjoy the ride. Don't forget to check out our Destinations page to find the perfect location for your next travel plans.. Cheers!