California Travel Guide curates all the essentials for first-timers. It curates the best hikes, best beaches, the best accommodations, the best restaurants. All the shebangs.
June 22, 2022
State Street is a great place to explore on foot, and with 10 blocks of car-free space (yes, it is a pedestrian-only!), you can really take your time to enjoy all the sights and sounds. There are plenty of shops and restaurants to browse, so you can easily spend a […]
June 22, 2022
For sure, it is not only me who love going to the thrift shops on their trips. There is something about thrift shops that just beckons me— it is a window of the city’s past consumption and it gives me the chance to get unique gifts and souvenirs. And California […]
June 18, 2022
Santa Barbara, with its beachtown vibe, high-end luxury hotels, and Mediterranean atmosphere, is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. With its beautiful beaches, Santa Barbara is a great place to relax, soak up some sun, and enjoy the California coastline. For those looking for […]
June 15, 2022
Call it a personal habit, but when I am in a new place, one of the first places I check are the independent bookstores in the hood. What kind of books do locals read? And do they have some of the authors I dearly love? Or do they have the […]
June 14, 2022
Santa Barbara is a shopper’s paradise, especially if you love to find unique items that you can’t find anywhere else. The city is full of one-of-a-kind shops and boutiques, as well as department stores and malls. Whether you’re looking for souvenirs, gifts, or just a new outfit, you’re sure to […]
June 13, 2022
Santa Barbara, with its picturesque California coastline town, is road trip perfect. And let us add, food trip perfect. With its sparkling ocean views, growing dining scene, and central location to wine country, Santa Barbara has something for everyone. And when it comes to a variety of Asian cuisines, Santa […]
June 10, 2022
With its towering mountains and stunning coastline, Santa Barbara offers some of California’s most beautiful day hikes. Santa Barbara is the place to be if you want breathtaking views. I know breathtaking can be overrated, but you know hiking can take your breath away. Literally. Well, that comes from someone who […]
June 10, 2022
Santa Barbara is a place of contradictions. It’s both upscale and down-to-earth, cosmopolitan and small town. The weather is perfect, but the living isn’t always easy. The landscape is breathtaking, but the wildfire danger is real. Oooops. Some honest talk slipped there. Our guide curates all the best and unique […]
May 23, 2022
Going hiking is usually discouraging because most people expect it to be exhausting and difficult, but not all hikes have to be hard. Before going for the challenging trails in California, it’s always good to start with short and beginner-friendly hikes to build your skills, stamina, and confidence. To make […]
September 8, 2018
Looking for the best sunset photoshoot location in La Mesa, California? We curated some of the best spots for that perfect instagram look! A town in Southern California, La Mesa — some 9 miles from central San Diego — is known as the Jewel of the Hills. What used to […]