The Perfect Two-Week Itinerary of California: What to See and Do

California is the most-populated state in the United States, home to almost 40 million people. Not only that, but it's also home to a diverse geography of mountains, forests, beaches, deserts within its 164,000 squared miles of land. You could spend a lifetime living and exploring the state and still not see everything it has … Continue reading The Perfect Two-Week Itinerary of California: What to See and Do

Destination: La Jolla, California

View of La Jolla (June 2022) Following our first night in San Diego last June, my family and I decided to spend a half-day at La Jolla ("la HOY-uh"), a seaside neighborhood located about 10 miles/16 kilometers from San Diego city proper. Home to a small, but stunning coastline, this part of San Diego offers … Continue reading Destination: La Jolla, California

Destination: Torrey Pines State Reserve, California

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (June 2022) Prior to reaching San Diego during our holidays last June, my family and I made a stop at Torrey Pines State Reserve and Beach, a large 2000-acre stretch of coastline and home to various flora and fauna, including the namesake tree, the Torrey pine. It's a popular spot … Continue reading Destination: Torrey Pines State Reserve, California

Destination: San Diego, California (2022 Edition, Part 2)

Hotel del Coronado (June 2022) After a delicious gelato treat, my family and I spent the afternoon at San Diego Old Town, a neighborhood where it was the site of the founding of California in 1850. It's fascinating to envision that this was the start of my home state, and fast-forward over 170 years later, … Continue reading Destination: San Diego, California (2022 Edition, Part 2)

Destination: San Diego, California (2022 Edition, Part 1)

Alcazar Garden in Balboa Park, San Diego (June 2022) This month last year, I went on a long weekend getaway to San Diego with my family. Although I'd gone the year prior, it'd been only a day trip-- this time, it was an extended three days in town, and we had ample time to see … Continue reading Destination: San Diego, California (2022 Edition, Part 1)