The San Francisco Bay Area is probably one of the most expensive places to live in all of the United States. Nope, there’s no denying that. But you know what? You don’t need to go broke to explore the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area. If …
California’s Central Coast is my ultimate happy place—a weekend road trip destination that never fails to recharge my soul. You get the best of California in this region: rugged cliffs, endless ocean views, and charming towns that feel like they’ve been plucked straight out of …
If you’re looking for a unique way to experience Yosemite National Park without roughing it too much, I’ve got some great recs for you. As someone who’s made the trip from the Bay Area to Yosemite at least once a year since I first embraced …
Lake Tahoe has got to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Some places don’t live up to the hype, but Lake Tahoe really is as awesome as everyone claims, and as awesome as it looks! The first time I visited Lake …
California is the ultimate playground for road trippers. The Golden State has no shortage of awesome road trips, scenic drives, and epic vista points featuring everything from mountains, forests, beaches, jumbo rocks, and endless rugged coastlines. Tired of the usual Golden Gate Bridge snapshots and …
San Francisco and the Bay Area is a region that never really stops moving. Between dodging Waymo cars at every corner, sitting through traffic bottlenecks on the Bay Bridge, waiting in long lines for your favorite bakery’s morning bun, and enduring cramped Muni rides during …
Heading to Coachella this year? If you’re attending the music festival and camping, then you’re doing it right. Camping at Coachella is like a rite of passage–you gotta do it at least once! Now that you’ve started planning your weekend in the desert, it’s time …
San Francisco Japantown is the oldest and largest of three remaining Japantowns in the nation — meaning it’s historical, cultural, and hard to find anywhere else in the world. San Francisco was the main entry point into America for Japanese immigrants in the 1800s. After …
Planning a trip to the City of Angels? You already know it’s going to be a sun-filled, fun-filled time! But before you begin booking hotels or creating your packing list, the first thing you should consider is your itinerary. Figuring out what to do on …
As a former Los Angeles resident of 6+ years, I often get asked where to go in this bustling city for a good time. And contrary to what all the TV shows and movies portray, not everyone’s answer is going to be West Hollywood, Beverly …