Articles by Amber Johnson
Want to go on a tropical vacation? If so, you should check out this great deal from the Marriott in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
If not, bring the tropics to you with Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes new Summer Tropics menu for the entire month of July.
It’s no secret I have recently become mango-obsessed so these [...]
Grab your calendars and start planning now because Visit Denver recently released a fantastic rundown on Denver happenings. During the summer months in the Mile High City, there are plenty of free things to see and do, from fun festivals and outdoor movies to scenic drives and quaint mountain towns.
FREE FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Downtown [...]
The kids and I recently made sidewalk chalk.
I know. Such ambition chalks shocks even me.
You see, I hate crafts. Always have. And despite my best efforts to be THAT mom, I always will.
I grew up with a domestic goddess mother so renowned that she opened the most acclaimed English tea rooms and gift shops in [...]
Let’s face it: Between work, carpools, homework, sports and clubs, quality family-time is limited. Many vacations augment this as kids are whisked away to a separate camp.
That’s why I love the San Juan (Puerto Rico) Marriott’s new vacation package that encourages activities and excursions the whole family can participate in together – the “BFV [...]
I was working as a publicist at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort in Utah when I became acquainted with wish-granting. A young Florida boy had cancer and his dying wish was to see snow. We hosted him at our resort and I played a very small part in making his wish come true.
It was an [...]
Fourth of July events in Colorado
Arvada’s “Celebration of the Spirit of America”
July 4: Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a classic-car show, live music, a military display, children’s activities, booths and games, refreshments and more followed by a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Lutz/Stenger Sports Complex, 10664 W. 58th Ave., 720-898-7400, arvadafestivals.com
Aurora’s “4th of July [...]
Last summer, my family embarked upon a roadtrip that highlighted the best that Colorado has to offer. We loved every single destination but Crested Butte was the one standout and is our choice for THE must-visit destination in July.
Crested Butte is a haven for outdoor summer activities including hiking, climbing, mountain biking, boating, whitewater rafting, [...]



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