17 BEST Hikes in Yosemite National Park (From a Local!)
One of my first road trips as a newly crowned Southern Californian was up to Yosemite National Park for a long weekend adventure. That first incredible trip to Yosemite quickly snowballed …
The Complete Disneyland Planning Guide • by a Local!
As an adult, and a proud New York transplant living in Southern California, I get to experience the magic that is Disneyland in Anaheim, so I’ve got all the …
17 FUN & Exciting Things to Do in Pasadena: by a Local
Whenever I’m exploring Los Angeles, I set aside a little bit of time to explore Pasadena – a gorgeous inland city within Los Angeles County with its own personality and …
17 Exciting Things to Do in Anaheim → by a Local
I can still remember being a little kid, dreaming of the day I might get to Disneyland! As an adult, I see the famous Mickey Mouse quite often.😀 Living …
20 Wild Things to Do in Sequoia National Park: From a Local!
Living in Southern California, one of the best benefits is access to the dynamite national parks. I feel so fortunate to be able to hop in my car and …
26 Exciting Things to Do in Oakland: Your Local’s Guide!
All too often, people confuse the great East Bay city of Oakland with its big sister, San Francisco, across the water. The thing is, Oakland – with incredible history, museums, …
24 Things to Do in Berkeley: Your Epic Local Guide!
When I think of a quintessential college town – progressive, bohemian, and loaded with history, Berkeley in Northern California comes to mind first. I love visiting Berkeley! It’s not too …
23 Things to Do in Redwood National Park ✔️ From a Local
As a SoCal girl, when I think of Northern California, I see an image in my mind of misty mornings, rugged coastlines, and redwood trees as far as you can …
24 Cool Things to Do in Lake Tahoe: From a Local!
As a San Diego-based travel writer, I’m always itching to check out the best natural opportunities in my great state of California. So I’ll be telling you all about …
37 Exciting Things to Do in Sacramento: Your Local Guide!
The first time I visited the vibrant city of Sacramento, California’s capital city, I was on my way from the urban mecca that is San Francisco to the northern …
20 Most Delicious Things to Do in Sonoma: From a Local!
When you hear anyone mention Sonoma County, it’s usually with respect to its award-winning wines & vineyards – but I’m here to break the myth that Sonoma is all …
21 Fantastic Things to Do in San Jose ✔️ From a Local
Welcome to San Jose, a vibrant Northern California city located just south of San Francisco Bay, in the heart of Silicon Valley! Having lived in Southern California for the …
25 Fab Things to Do in Palm Springs ✔️ From a Local!
Living in San Diego, I’m so fortunate that it’s only about a 3-hour drive to Palm Springs, CA – the ultimate desert vacation. This amazing desert getaway, flanked by …