Maybe the economy really is getting better, but if you're still planning to forego a pricey vacation this summer, you're likely not alone. Rather than dropping a lot of cash on travel, many Americans ...

There's nothing like enjoying the outdoors in summer, with beautiful blue skies stretching ahead of you as you enjoy a good book or an al fresco lunch. What you don't want? A side dish of overheating ...

The start of spring is a great time to start a new landscaping project—before all you want to do is lie out in the sun instead of working in it. While there are plenty of outdoor additions that'll amp ...

Backyard trends tend to trickle down from celebrity compounds, where money, space, and privacy are almost limitless. The one ...

Chartres Lodging Group is pleased to announce that Calistoga’s famed geothermal spa, Dr. Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs, is now open and welcoming guests once again. The announcement ...

Since 1952, Californians have flocked to Dr. Wilkinson’s for the therapeutic mud baths and laid-back, Calistoga vibe. Now, that vibe comes with an updated spa, renovated midcentury modern design and ...