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Welcome to our California Travel and Lifestyle blog where youβll find our collection of all the content weβve created. Whether youβre planning your next California vacation, searching for some new healthy recipes or seeking seasonal style tips, youβll find that perfect blog post here.
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We just returned from a drive out to Woodland to visit the almond orchards that are currently in full bloom. This magical time of year comes and goes so quickly but when you catch it just right, itβs such a gorgeous scene. The orchards are a beautiful place for family portraits, bridal photos and of course spring style OOTD looks.
Read MoreFor this blog post I partnered with bestie Brianna, who is a South Bay Native and sheβs currently still live there working as a local real estate agent. She is truly an expert on all things San Jose!
When having friends that come visit the Silicon Valley, they typically just think of going to San Francisco but in reality, San Jose is a destination in its own right. In the past few years San Jose has been making a name for itself as a place to visit, I mean it is a major part of Silicon Valley!
I recently had a fun San Jose staycation with my blogger besties, hosted by Signia by Hilton San Jose. We stayed in a lovely luxury suite and our itinerary was jam-packed with local fun. Throughout our stay, we enjoyed lounging by the pool, a shopping spree in Santana Row, late night spa fun with the bubbly flowing, and then brunch in the morning.
I invite you to plan your own San Jose getaway, keep reading to see my top 10 favorite south bay hangout spots + so many Instagram worthy locations!
Read MoreI especially love the Le Marais Bakeries because the aesthetic is so bright, filled with light and French elegance. Absolutely perfect for Instagram photography! Itβs so easy to take beautiful photos, even if youβre new to the Instagram game.
Read MoreHands down, New York City is one of the best places to be in autumn. The sweltering heat from the summer has gone away and you arenβt experiencing the freezing cold winter weather yet either. The leaves change colors and thereβs the promise of good comfort food and the holidays ahead. Every year the season passes by so fast so I always want to make sure I make the most of it with some favorite autumn events.
Read MoreLocated on Melrose Ave in West Hollywood, this mural is everything for the modern day feminist. We totally by accident stumbled across the famous "pink wall". Of course we wanted to take a few quick pics.
Read MoreWhen it comes to the scenery and food options, Sacramento can hold it's own to any major city. Read on to see why Sacramento is having a moment, and why you want to be a part of it.
Read MoreIn the California beach city of Santa Cruz youβll find vibrant colors and photo-worthy vignettes scattered throughout the neighborhoods. From the old to the new, thereβs colorful Victorian style homes to bright and modern eateries and coffee shops.
Santa Cruz is a great weekend getaway from the Bay Area, itβs only an hour and a half drive south from San Francisco. The weather is usually much warmer and it can be a much needed escape from the fog.
Read MoreSan Diego is the best place to experience a real California summer. There's so much sunshine and plenty of parks and beaches to enjoy your time outdoors. My list of top 10 spots will help you plan your most perfect summer days.
Read MoreIt's that time of year! Long summer days ahead with endless sunshine. Everyone is scrambling to buy their festival tickets as the dates get released. While it's always very exciting, for a first-time attendee the process and planning for a festival can be a little overwhelming. It can be hard to know what to expect but with my help you can arrive prepared and ready for a great time.
In this guide I provide very helpful tips to making your festival and outdoor concert experience the best possible. From Coachella, Outside Lands in San Francisco, SXSW in Austin, BottleRock in Napa, and many more, this guide applies to all these big summer events.
Read MoreAlmost the entire Lady Bird film takes place in Sacramento and it has been dubbed "a love letter to the city." We just recently moved to Sacramento a few months ago and I am still very much exploring and discovering our new city. Watching this movie made me really fall in love and gave me so many ideas of places to visit when playing tourist in my own city.
Read MoreI am always on the lookout for good travel deals on Booking.com and I came across a steal for the luxury hotel Pullman San Francisco Bay (previously known as Sofitel) located in the Silicon Valley. We decided to take a road trip from Sacramento to the bay area and enjoy some cool temperatures and a relaxing atmosphere.
It was such an indulgent trip, sleeping on Egyptian cotton and laying out by the pool in a cabana. It was first class all the way with fine dining and bay views. Mother nature put on a spectacular show with one of the best sunsets I've ever witnessed. The colors were so vibrant and it took over the whole skyline. The perfect ending to our stay. :)
Read MoreFor years Palm Springs has been a coveted California desert retreat, know for its modern and chic style. In short, it's a lifestyle photographer's dream location with so many Insta-worthy hotels, restaurants, and neighborhoods. The inhabitants of Palm Springs are not afraid to use bold pops of color on pretty much everything.
Read MoreI had a once in a lifetime opportunity to have an inside look behind the famous Palm Springs Pink Door. This house is a private residence and very few people have seen the interior of this famous abode.
Read MoreThe Moorten Botanical Garden in Palm Springs has been an Instagram favorite location for a while now and it's no surprise why, the colors and textures make for amazing photos!
Read MoreBasecamp self describes itself as "high style but affordable, embodying the spirit of exploration" and 7x7 Magazine called it the perfect escape for the modern mountain man. On first arrival I felt like I had entered a summer camp for chic adults, with stylish curated touches everywhere.
Read MoreSan Diego is one of the most photographed cities in California, and for good reason. The mix of pristine beaches, laid back surfer style and colorful urban backdrop make it a virtual playground for photographers. My collection of San Diego photography is full of diverse genres from landscape, cityscapes, portrait and lifestyle.
Read MoreCoffee and matcha have a well established culture in San Diego with inventive and gourmet drinks on the menu. Some of my favorite items to order are turmeric lattΓ©s, matcha lattΓ©s and even horchata lattΓ©s. Drink up and enjoy!
Read MoreDΓa de los Muertos (translates to Day of the Dead in English) is a traditional Mexican holiday which celebrates friends and family who have passed away. DΓa de los Muertos celebrates the lives of the deceased with food, drink, parties, and activities the dead enjoyed in life. It is believed that the souls of the dead return to visit loved ones and join in on the celebration.
Read MoreBodie has been left abandoned for the last 75 years but remains perfectly preserved. What was once a booming mining town slowly declined into a desolate ghost town. Murders, shootouts, barroom brawls, and stagecoach holdups were regular occurrences in the wild west country.
Read MoreMurals are all the rage right now, and unless you've been living under a rock you know that they've taken over our Instagram feeds. I did all the legwork for you guys and complied this list of San Diego murals complete with addresses you can put straight into your GPS. Have fun and snap away Instagrammers!
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