Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 3)

Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden (August 2023) My partner and I took it easy on our last day in Santa Barbara: our train back to Los Angeles wasn't until 16h45, so we had almost the full day to see a bit more in town. We had another delicious, freshly-cooked breakfast at the hotel before we … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 3)

Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 2)

Santa Barbara Harbor (August 2023) After a good night's sleep, my partner and I woke up on our second full day in Santa Barbara, ready to go out and explore some more. We had a decent breakfast in our hotel, which consisted of a freshly-made omelet and solid coffee-- there was a small table for … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 2)

Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 1)

On Stearns Wharf (August 2023) Last August, my partner and I had an extended weekend in Santa Barbara. We visited to celebrate my partner's birthday, and we spent a few nights exploring this coastal city in central California. Our visit was short and packed, but fun overall, as it was also a way to get … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 1)

Lost in LA: Venice Beach

Venice sign (April 2023) Although small in size, Venice Beach (or "Venice") is a vibrant and world-renown community located on the Westside of Los Angeles. Besides its eponymous beach, it also boasts picturesque canals and plenty of trendy boutiques and cafés that one can easily spend a day (or lifetime) exploring. As a follow up … Continue reading Lost in LA: Venice Beach

Destination: Catalina Island, California (PART 2)

Views of Catalina Island (June 2023) My partner and I started our second day in Catalina with a quick coffee and pastry at one of Avalon's cafés before catching the island shuttle up to Wrigley Memorial-- it cost $2 USD one-way for the two of us and while we could've just walked, it would've been … Continue reading Destination: Catalina Island, California (PART 2)