Southern California - My California Travels

A wide sandy beach with ocean views and a pier in the distance

Top 19 Things to Do in San Diego for First-time Visitors

View of the pool area and ocean from our hotel room in Pacific Beach

Where to stay in San Diego: Best Areas and Hotels

A bright orange and green trolley bus and a sign that reads Old Town San Diego

Old Town San Diego: Top 8 Things to do in this historic neighborhood

A wide paved walkway at Mission Beach and Boardwalk in San Diego

2 days in San Diego Itinerary: Perfect for sightseeing!

A Sign that reads 'Venice' hanging over a crosswalk intersection

Where To Stay In Los Angeles For The First Time? – Best Areas and Neighborhoods

View of Avalon Bay and Catalina Casino on Catalina Island

Fun Day Trip to Catalina Island: Itinerary and Things to do

Boardwalk at Shoreline Village in Long Beach

One Day in Long Beach: Itinerary and Things to do

People entering Universal Studios Hollywood entrance grand entrance walking on the red carpet in front of it

Universal Studios Hollywood One Day Itinerary (+Tips from my visit)

Scenic but foggy view of Potato Harbor Overlook on the Channel Islands, with dramatic cliffs surrounding a tranquil, turquoise bay

Potato Harbor Overlook and Cavern Point Loop – Best hike on Channel Islands National Park

Scenic view of Scorpion Cove at Channel Islands National Park, featuring a ferry approaching the pier, with clear blue waters surrounded by rocky cliffs.

An Incredible Day trip to Channel Islands National Park