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”
Category Archives: Hidden Gems
Santa Ana Zoo
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 “Santa Ana Zoo”
Six Day Oxnard & Channel Islands Trip 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 “Six Day Oxnard & Channel Islands Trip Itinerary”
Dinos Alive: Second Visit
I went to Dinos Alive in December of 2021. To read my review from that visit, go here. But, when I went to the Stranger Things experience a few weeks ago, I decided to attend Dinos Alive a second time. Here’s what happened on my second visit. General Admission or VIP On my first visit,Continue reading “Dinos Alive: Second Visit”
My Trip to Hawkins Lab-The Stranger Things Experience
Ever wanted to know why Eleven and Kali had different powers? How about whether or not this means there are more powers than just those two? We’re gonna find out today. Here’s what I learned on my trip to Hawkins Lab-The Stranger Things Experience. First, unfortunately, cameras were not allowed for most of the experience,Continue reading “My Trip to Hawkins Lab-The Stranger Things Experience”
The Little Mermaid at Cupcake Theatre
On Friday, I saw The Little Mermaid on stage at the Cupcake Theatre. Cupcake Theatre is a tiny theatre located in an alleyway off of Berendo Ave in East Hollywood. If I hadn’t been to other events in the area, I might have found this to be suspect. But, there are a lot of popContinue reading “The Little Mermaid at Cupcake Theatre”
Hammer Museum Photo Essay
Since I don’t know much about art, I am going to let the photos speak for themselves. This is my Hammer Museum Photo Essay. The Hammer Museum is located in Westwood, on the westside of Los Angeles and is free to attend. Similar Posts You Might Enjoy Hollywood Wax Museum
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”
Hollywood Wax Museum
I didn’t expect to like the Hollywood Wax Museum, but when I had the opportunity to go, I did. And, I was pleasantly surprised. The Horror Section My favorite part of the Hollywood Wax Museum was the Horror Section. I felt like I was walking through a haunted house, complete with creepy music and everything.Continue reading “Hollywood Wax Museum”