Clara Hogan
Clara Hogan is a writer based in the East Bay, and a mom to two young daughters. She enjoys strong coffee, braving restaurants with a baby and toddler, discovering new parks, and weekend trips around California with her family.
The Magic of Christmas is on full display at the Palace Hotel
For more than 100 years, holiday vacationers have embraced the season at this historic San Francisco hotel.
Stepping into the magnificent Garden Court at the Palace Hotel never fails to blow me away. With its...
A Guide to Exploring Mendocino with Kids
One of the first weekend trips my husband and I took after we moved to the Bay Area close to seven years ago was to Mendocino. A perfect choice for our first wedding anniversary,...
A Guide to Visiting the Oakland Museum with Kids
The Oakland Museum of California, located just off Lake Merritt, has long been a destination for kids and adults alike to learn about California art, history, natural science, and culture. Pre-kids, when I lived...
Getaway Idea: Mammoth Lakes Makes A Kid-Friendly Trip Year Round
Something I've learned from living in the Bay Area for six years: Lake Tahoe is the obvious first choice for local families looking for a getaway into nature, no matter the season. But for...
Fall Trip Idea: Floating Pumpkin Patch and More Fun at the Great Wolf Lodge
Fall Staycation: Great Wolf Lodge
by Clara Hogan
Growing up in the Midwest, upbeat ads for the Great Wolf Lodge were a staple part of listening to the local radio stations. I never got to go,...
