Every year, for my birthday, with the exception of 2020 because of COVID (I did a special staycation that year with online events), I go on a vacation for the purposes to celebrate. Here are my most memorable trips over the last several years. ***This post contains affiliate links*** #6. Carlsbad, CA I went toContinue reading “Ranking My Travel Adventures: The Most Memorable Trips”
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7 Kayaking Trips Worth Taking Right Now
One of the things I love to do outdoors is kayaking, especially in the summer. Here are seven great places to kayak in Southern and Central California. #7. La Jolla La Jolla is located just north of San Diego on the western coast of California. Most of the kayaking tours will take you through theContinue reading “7 Kayaking Trips Worth Taking Right Now”
The Santa Ana Zoo: A Hidden Gem in Orange County
I went to the Santa Ana Zoo in May 2021. It was the first trip I had taken during COVID. Where to Stay For me, I’m usually a budget traveler, so there is rarely a better option than Motel 6. Now, not all Motel 6s are created equal. Some are overpriced with few amenities, whileContinue reading “The Santa Ana Zoo: A Hidden Gem in Orange County”
Catalina Island Day Trip: The Ultimate Guide
If you do not live in Southern CA, you may not know about our Galapagos Island experience just off of our coast. Catalina Island is the southernmost island in the Channel Islands off the coast of California. If for whatever reason you haven’t been to the island yet, this is a great experience that IContinue reading “Catalina Island Day Trip: The Ultimate Guide”
Your Ultimate Six-Day Oxnard and Channel Islands Itinerary
Just because you’re on a budget does not mean you can’t have an epic vacation, with or without your pet. Here is my recommended six day Oxnard & Channel Islands trip itinerary. Day One: Yoga on the Beach & Channel Islands Harbor Yoga on the Beach: I am a big proponent of yoga and nothingContinue reading “Your Ultimate Six-Day Oxnard and Channel Islands Itinerary”
My Epic Birthday at Monterey
This past year, for my birthday, I went to Monterey Bay. Let me tell you what I learned on my epic birthday at Monterey. Conservation and Protecting Animal Species The biggest thing I learned was about conservation and protecting the vulnerable animal species that live in Monterey Bay. These include sea otters…harbor seals…and so manyContinue reading “My Epic Birthday at Monterey”
Channel Islands National Park Photo Journal
Start your journey of Channel Islands National Park in Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard, whether it’s kayaking to see sea lions, or to go on the boat tour of the park that takes you through the clearest water I’ve ever seen (at least in the fall that is), to see dolphins and other sea lifeContinue reading “Channel Islands National Park Photo Journal”
Nojoqui Falls Park Photo Essay
I went to Nojoqui Falls Park in November 2018, before the rainy season really got underway. Here is my Nojoqui Falls Park Photo Essay from my trip. While I felt safer making the short hike (.8 miles round trip) than some longer hikes due to being alone (there were others on the trail), there wereContinue reading “Nojoqui Falls Park Photo Essay”
Best Memorial Day Trip Destinations from Los Angeles
Memorial Day is coming up at the end of next month, so it’s best to plan now. Here are my recommendations for the best Memorial Day Trip Options in SoCal by type of trip. Best Couples’ Destination: Terranea Resort Okay, so Terranea Resort is not really that far outside of Los Angeles in Palos Verdes,Continue reading “Best Memorial Day Trip Destinations from Los Angeles”
Things to Do in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles and is approximately a 2 hour drive. It is known as both a beach and party town, although I am far more interested in the beach and adventure parts of it. So, below, I will go through my favorite things to do in Santa Barbara.Continue reading “Things to Do in Santa Barbara”
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