Lost in LA: Koreatown

The Wiltern Theater in K-Town (July 2024) Known colloquially as "K-Town," Koreatown is one of the densest and ethnically-diverse neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Located about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Downtown LA, this area is, of course, home to a notable Korean-American community with shopping malls, churches, and grocery stores that cater to the … Continue reading Lost in LA: Koreatown

Destination: Monterey, California (PART 2)

Old Fisherman's Wharf (July 2024) Following a long day spent in the neighboring towns of Pacific Grove and Carmel-by-the-Sea, I spent the next day with my partner and her mother exploring more of Monterey. Although we had seen a lot of the city during our first afternoon in, there were a few more stops we … Continue reading Destination: Monterey, California (PART 2)

Destination: Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Charming building in downtown Carmel (July 2024) When one thinks of fairytales, one place might spring to mind: Carmel-by-the-Sea. In fact, Carmel-by-the-Sea (or "Carmel," for short) is home to a community of charming cottages that are reminiscent of stories like Snow White or Hansel and Gretel. I spent an afternoon here with my partner and … Continue reading Destination: Carmel-by-the-Sea, California