Freebie: Printable Map Puzzle

Although this jigsaw puzzle may have been intended to help kids learn a little U.S. geography, I'm printing out my own, because I adore it... and it will look very nice above my desk.

via Mr. Printables

Travel Inspired Pillows

I just love these nostalgic pillows by Anderson Design Group that pay tribute to beautiful vintage tourism ads. You can find these and a line of duvet covers, throws, and shower curtains at DENY Designs. AND they're featured over at FAB today for a discounted price (only $28!)

Travel Bucket List

WELL! What a busy busy day it's been. I'm exhausted. But great news! I've just been informed by my boss that I must take two weeks vacation since I've been at my job for over a year now. I've been so wrapped up in my work here at the studio that I forgot- I need to take a break. Ha ha. I read that back to myself and realized how crazy I sound. Can you say "work-a-holic?" Anyhoo, for the first time EVER, I'm thinking beyond the border. Thats right, I just got my passport and this California girl is opening up her doors to the rest of the world. As I've started looking around the web for inspiration, I've realized how dangerous this is going to be (not dangerous like getting diseases- I'd rather not think about that right now.) Rather, I'm concerned about this accumulating bucket list I have now!  As soon as you see some of these images I've collected, you'll see why... "WOW" is all I can say. I've never put too much thought into travel, I've been in school or working too many jobs to ever think about it- but boy, will this make a gal change her mind about that!?

PARIS VIA & VIA

CINQUE, ITALY VIA

SUN ISLAND, MALDIVES VIA

MAYANMAR VIA

VENICE, ITALY VIA & VIA

THE DARK HEDGES, IRELAND VIA

THAILAND VIA & VIA

COLMAR, FRANCE VIA

SANTORINI, GREECE VIA

BARCELONA VIA & VIA

Greetings from Hicksville

Take a trip you'll never forget down to the Hicksville Motel in Joshua Tree. The themed trailers look like they'll make for quite an unforgettable vacation! The different activities they have in the neighborhood look like trailer-loads of fun- from Pappy and Harriet’s has amazing food and live entertainment to hiking in Joshua Tree National Park! Check it...