Lost in LA: Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills sign (July 2024) When one thinks of Beverly Hills, some words which come to mind are: opulent, flashy, and perhaps a bit snobby. Beverly Hills is, without a doubt, a famous neighborhood in Los Angeles, made popular through many films and TV shows that showcase a rich and frivolous lifestyle that one can … Continue reading Lost in LA: Beverly Hills

Destination: San Francisco, California (Getting Brunch, Taking the Ferry, and Burmese Dinner– DAY 4)

Taking the ferry (March 2024) After three, intense days of sightseeing San Francisco, my partner and I took it easy on our last full day in town. Even though the past three days were exhausting with all-day excursions, it was wise of us to slow down on the final day, so that we would still … Continue reading Destination: San Francisco, California (Getting Brunch, Taking the Ferry, and Burmese Dinner– DAY 4)

Destination: San Francisco, California (Best Pineapple Buns, Visiting the Mission District, and Birthday Dinner– DAY 3)

Japanese Tea Garden (March 2024) It was my birthday on our third day in San Francisco. My partner and I had another busy day going from one neighborhood to another, as we were checking out the remaining places we hadn't visited during our previous two days in town. We also spent the day eating a … Continue reading Destination: San Francisco, California (Best Pineapple Buns, Visiting the Mission District, and Birthday Dinner– DAY 3)

Destination: San Francisco, California (Incredible French Pastries, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Climbing Telegraph Hill– DAY 2)

Golden Gate Bridge in the spring (March 2024) My partner and I had a packed, second day in San Francisco, as we ended up seeing a lot of the major landmarks and neighborhoods in town. It was a long day from start to finish, as we took public transport all over, as well as spending … Continue reading Destination: San Francisco, California (Incredible French Pastries, the Golden Gate Bridge, and Climbing Telegraph Hill– DAY 2)

Destination: San Francisco, California (Visiting Chinatown, Climbing Lombard Street, and Exploring Ghirardelli Square– DAY 1)

Views of San Francisco from top of the hill (March 2024) Last spring, my partner and I had an extended weekend break in San Francisco. We went to celebrate my birthday, and we chose this city, as it was close-ish to home, while also being far enough to really make it an adventure. That said, … Continue reading Destination: San Francisco, California (Visiting Chinatown, Climbing Lombard Street, and Exploring Ghirardelli Square– DAY 1)