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We all need a little vaca, even from the city we love and adore. For when the inspiration hits, LaLaScoop offers you some travel spots and tips to “Jet Away” too. Just make sure you come back!

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Shade Hotel Redondo Beach partners with Wellspring 88 for Rooftop Yoga

Mix up your California scenery with a staycation at Shade Hotel Redondo Beach. Located right on the marina and next to the beachside strand, hop on the hotel’s complimentary bikes to begin a weekend of wellness. Cruise miles of South Bay’s beachfront before returning to the hotel’s peaceful ocean air setting from your own private marina view balcony. Read about our first stay here in … Continue reading Shade Hotel Redondo Beach partners with Wellspring 88 for Rooftop Yoga

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A Girl’s Golf Getaway: My First Round at Westin Carlsbad

I’m often drawn to travel that combines athletic activity with a relaxing getaway – seeking out opportunities for tennis, skiing, biking and hiking on land; sailing, snorkeling, and kayaking on water.  Earlier this year, I had my first golf lesson, at PGA West in La Quinta, where Director of Instruction Bryan Lebedevitch introduced me to the fundamentals of proper grip and swing technique. He inspired me by … Continue reading A Girl’s Golf Getaway: My First Round at Westin Carlsbad

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Memorable Moments to Replicate on a California Road Trip

While some road trips are intricately planned, others have no explicit destination and the unexpected moments along the way are what make the drive so special. Head north from Los Angeles and discover the Golden State’s attractions. Here are some favorite memorable experiences to inspire your next journey north from LA. Read the full article in Conejo Valley Lifestyle Magazine print (July 2025) below. https://citylifestyle.com/articles/12-memorable-moments-on-a-california-road-trip Continue reading Memorable Moments to Replicate on a California Road Trip

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Small Town Stays along the California Coast

Hit the open road, escape city life and settle into a small scenic town, where it’s easy to unwind and fall in love with California’s laidback charm. Get a taste of the good life—from wine country to the rugged coast—and plan your next getaway around a memorable boutique hotel, to relax or seek adventure in a less-visited destination. Read the full article on Small Town … Continue reading Small Town Stays along the California Coast

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Don’t skip the Santa Barbara County Town of Lompoc

We woke up to the hotel shaking – from a different kind of earthquake – as a rocket launched 24 satellites into space from nearby Vandenberg Space Force Base, outside Lompoc (“lom-poke”). This California Central Coast town has the best vantage points for viewing rocket launches and is the only place in the US that launches unmanned satellites into orbit. Learn more about Lompoc and our favorite … Continue reading Don’t skip the Santa Barbara County Town of Lompoc

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Barbados Is Closer than You Think, and Even More than You Imagine

It’s the birthplace of rum. It’s also where the grapefruit was invented. I’s believed to be a hybrid of Jamaican ugli fruit and Indonesian pomelo. And another bit of trivia, it’s the only foreign country that George Washington ever set foot on. That country is the island nation of Barbados. I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with its ambassador to the U.S., Victor … Continue reading Barbados Is Closer than You Think, and Even More than You Imagine

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Celebrate International Sushi Day at Ponzu Palm Springs or Moody Tongue at the Four Seasons LA at Beverly Hills

Did you know International Sushi Day is celebrated on June 18? Americans have fully embraced raw fish in the last few decades. Appreciate this global trend with some of the best sushi in SoCal. Find the freshest sushi in Palm Springs at Ponzu Sushi where authentic Japanese flavors meet modern culinary innovation with a laid back California twist. Dine outside under misters in view of … Continue reading Celebrate International Sushi Day at Ponzu Palm Springs or Moody Tongue at the Four Seasons LA at Beverly Hills

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