Destination: Santa Barbara, California

Mission Santa Barbara (March 2022) Santa Barbara is a coastal city located just 90 miles/145 km from Los Angeles, along the central coast of California. Home to just 88,000 residents, the city is a notable change to the nearly 4 million of its neighboring LA-- in contrast to the big city life, Santa Barbara feels … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California

5 Best Beaches in Los Angeles You Need to See

Winter is still in the air, but that doesn't stop Los Angelenos from flocking to the beach every day. In fact, temperatures are still pretty good in February, averaging about 69°F/21°C and sunny. And given that it's off-peak travel season, it's the best time to visit Los Angeles in the year. From surfing to beach … Continue reading 5 Best Beaches in Los Angeles You Need to See

Lost in LA: Hollywood Walk of Fame

When one thinks of Los Angeles, one word that commonly comes to mind is "Hollywood." After all, the city is the place for arts and motion pictures, the place where thousands of prospective actors and actresses flock to for a chance at stardom, and the place where millions visit for entertainment and good weather on … Continue reading Lost in LA: Hollywood Walk of Fame

Lost in LA: The Getty Villa

Outer peristyle (August 2022) While driving the famed Highway 1 in California, one cannot leave Los Angeles without paying a visit to the Getty Villa. Nestled just at the border of Malibu in the Pacific Palisades, the Getty Villa is a hidden, yet not-so-hidden gem to check out for its vast collection of Greek and … Continue reading Lost in LA: The Getty Villa

5 Favorite Cafes in Los Angeles (PART 2)

Over a year ago, I wrote about my favorite coffee shops in Los Angeles, my hometown. While I still enjoy going to those hotspots, I have since checked out more, and more that I've grown to love. There remains hundreds of cafes that I've yet to try out in town, but until then, here are … Continue reading 5 Favorite Cafes in Los Angeles (PART 2)