Category Archives: California

El Matador Beach and Malibu Seafood

Driving into Malibu on the curvaceous roads you’ll see ritzy cars and glamorous homes on top of the hills across from the ocean. This is the pinnacle of living, take part in it, at least for a few hours. One … Continue reading

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Best of Los Angeles Asian Cuisine

California has a huge Asian population that has only grown since approximately one million Asians came through Angel Island in the early 1900s. From East to West they carried with them their unique cuisine and today Los Angeles has a … Continue reading

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Best of Los Angeles Mexican Food

Los Angeles is known for its phenomenal Mexican food, so when visiting I planned on eating quite a lot of it. I love trying different menu items, but one I can’t escape ordering is a fish taco – my absolute … Continue reading

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Desert Roadtrip: Salton Sea, Salvation Mountain, and more!

There are a lot of peculiar places in the desert and if you know which stones to uncover you will discover some bizarre hidden gems. From San Diego, LA, Joshua Tree, or anywhere in southern California, make your way to … Continue reading

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Staying in the town of Joshua Tree

When I told a friend I would be staying in the town of Joshua Tree he said, ‘Why? There’s nothing in the town but the park – stay in Palm Springs instead.’ I was nervous about my decision, had I … Continue reading

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How to spend a day in Joshua Tree National Park

A trip to Joshua Tree National Park is a total mind warp, the strange desert landscape could convince you you’re on another planet! Bizarre piles of rocks and peculiar trees as far as the eye can see set the scene. … Continue reading

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How to spend a day in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park

One of the most majestic and unique lands I have ever seen, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park are what dreams are truly made of. The two separate parks are conjoined twins situated beside one another, sharing one admission and totally … Continue reading

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How to spend a day in Yosemite National Park

You should have a lifetime dedicated to explore the beauty of nature, but the world doesn’t work that way. Busy schedules allow most people two days off, and half of the second one is often spent thinking about the week … Continue reading

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Road Trip from San Diego to Tucson

By car it takes just under six hours to make the trip from San Diego to Tucson. Six hours is quite a chunk of time, especially to spend driving on a relatively short vacation. Some people said that the trip … Continue reading

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San Diego: Lunch at Cucina Urbana

When in San Diego I wanted seafood, Mexican, and acai. Cucina Urbana [505 Laurel St, San Diego] is the sole restaurant which broke the mold, and I am so thankful I deviated from my path for this fantastical Italian restaurant! … Continue reading

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