A unique city with its own industries and attractions, yet just another L.A. neighborhood; a city steeped in history and rich in culture, yet pioneering the cutting edge of technology, Pasadena is a place of marvelous contradictions. The 135,000-population city in the shadow of the San Gabriels is home to Caltech, one of the world’s great scientific universities, but on Saturdays in the fall, it’s … Continue reading Pasadena: Vacation or Stay-cation?
Smoothies are delicious, cooling treats that hydrate and nourish, but you may not always have the time or ingredients to make them at home. Where can you find versions of this healthy shake on the go? If you’re in the City of Angels, you have a world of choices. Here are nine places to find fresh and healthy smoothies in Los Angeles. Why Choose Smoothies? … Continue reading 9 Places to Find Fresh and Healthy Smoothies in Los Angeles
Tea isn’t just a trendy beverage for hot afternoons or chilly mornings. People across the globe make an average of 7 billion tons of tea annually, so it’s a tradition you can easily enjoy outside your home. Check out these fantastic tea rooms in Los Angeles to sip incredible blends with your favorite people in the most posh venues. 1. Valerie Confections Drive over to … Continue reading Tea Party! 5 Tea Rooms to Try in LA
The Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival lured us to Northern California and the Mendocino Coast. Check out why you should not miss this unique wine-growing region just 45 minutes from the coast – Getting Sideways in the Anderson Valley with a Passion for Pinot on JohnnyJet.com (July 18, 2023) and on MSN.com. Also, learn more about our road trip in 2025 to Anderson valley – … Continue reading Discover Anderson Valley wine country in northern California
https://www.10best.com/interests/explore/mendocino-coast-california-best-things-to-do-restaurant-hotel-guide/ All photos taken at Elk Cove Inn in Elk, California on the Mendocino Coast. Photo Credit: Melissa Curtin Continue reading Get to know the Mendocino Coast – Check out our travel article in USA Today 10Best
Beachfront Best Kept Secret Design lovers will appreciate the newly revamped multimillion-dollar remodel at Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach with coastal art, beachy décor, lavish chandeliers, BoHo basket lights, and a grand staircase retaining some of the property’s historic charm. Part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, this modern Hacienda-style resort is an easy getaway. All 250 suites feature two bathrooms and six presidential suites offer two … Continue reading Zachari Dunes – Beachfront Best Kept Secret (in Oxnard)
Down by the Boardwalk Just a few years old, Central Coast beach resort Vespera, adjacent to the Pismo Beach Boardwalk, feels new with its upscale nautical navy and white beach house design, swanky lobby lounge, and oceanside pool. Vespera provides easy access to the famous stretch of surf and sand. Explore the casual beach town or stroll miles of pristine beaches and the iconic pier … Continue reading Down by the Boardwalk at Vespera Resort in Pismo Beach
Since everyone always reaches out to me for travel tips (from where to stay to where to dine), I decided to use my travel expertise and get certified as a FORA Travel Advisor in September 2022. As a new travel advisor with FORA, I have sent clients to Nobu Los Cabos, Viceroy Riveria Maya, Grand Velas Cabo, Hotel Wailea in Maui, and more. FORA has … Continue reading Check out my FORA Travel Guide: The Best of Palm Springs, California
This article was first published in LA Travel Magazine print, summer 2022 edition. Carlsbad, California feels like the best of America due to its small-town laid-back feel and proximity to the ocean. Situated 30 mins north of San Diego and a couple hours south of LA, Carlsbad is a charming community with 7 miles of pristine beaches and picturesque hilly inland regions that make an … Continue reading Find quintessential SoCal in Carlsbad and come for the Flower Fields in spring
This article was first published in print in Where Traveler LA, July 2022 edition (Page 14 – 16) Malibu: Find your low-key coastal bliss Relax and explore the dreamy coastline – where stars, surfers, sun seekers, beach babes, and nature lovers have flocked for a century to get away from it all It’s easy to understand why Malibu is a top SoCal destination – with its … Continue reading Make the most of your time in Malibu
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