Spooky decor and delicious seafood at Destination Seafood House! Went back to one of our favorite seafood spots in Westminster for lunch! The food never disappoints, and this time, the restaurant was all decked out for Halloween! From skeletons to spooky decorations, I loved all the little detai

Have you ever walked through a forest filled with pumpkins? I explored Carved at Descanso Gardens, where every turn along the trail revealed something different! From intricately carved pumpkins to pumpkin-headed scarecrows, spiders, and whimsical Halloween displays, there was so much creativity to

My version of heaven is walking into a beautiful garden surrounded by flowers. I could spend hours wandering around, admiring all the plants, and discovering little hidden corners. The Garden Shed in Cambria is definitely my kind of heaven! 📍 The Garden Shed 2024 Main Street Cambria, CA 93428

Exploring Old Town San Diego made us hungry, so me and Coco stopped at Café Coyote for some Mexican food! We ordered beef fajitas and carne asada fries, and just look at all that food! The portions were huge, and it was the perfect stop before continuing our adventure around Old Town. If you’

Did you know there are grave sites underneath the street and sidewalk outside El Campo Santo Cemetery in Old Town San Diego? I came to Old Town to see the Día de los Muertos decorations and stopped by the cemetery first. That’s when I noticed the small “grave site” markers in the pavement. The c

I almost walked right past these little markers outside El Campo Santo Cemetery in Old Town San Diego. They actually mark grave sites that are now underneath the street and sidewalk. It’s such an interesting piece of hidden history you could easily miss if you weren’t looking down. 📍 El Campo Sa

Bluebird Inn was such a cozy place to stay during our Cambria trip. Our room had a fireplace, but my favorite part was the patio door that opened right out to the peaceful creekside garden. The location was also so convenient for me and Coco—we could walk outside and explore the shops and restauran

Me and Coco were at Skechers in Gardena and noticed they had a food court outside. We were already full, but of course we still had to try a few things. We shared a hot dog, garlic Parmesan fries, and churros. Definitely did not expect a Skechers trip to turn into a snack stop. 📍 SKECHERS Foo

Stepping into Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory at Cosm felt like being inside the movie. Every angle had something different to see, and the Shared Reality experience made it even more fun. 📍 Cosm Los Angeles 1252 District Dr Inglewood, CA 90305 #Cosm #CosmLosAngeles #WillyWon

I came to this garden in LA… and look what we found! 🦚 We hadn’t even made it inside the LA Arboretum before we spotted our first peacock walking around. Then we went inside and realized—they’re EVERYWHERE! 😂🦚 But here’s what makes it even cooler: peafowl have been part of this property since

A library that has been standing in the heart of Los Angeles for 100 years 📚✨ The Los Angeles Central Library opened in 1926, and I got to explore its history on a docent-led tour. From the stunning murals covering the rotunda ceiling to the massive 8-story atrium, there was something beautif

A 100-year-old library you can tour for FREE in Downtown LA! 📚✨ I took a docent-led Art & Architecture Tour of the Los Angeles Central Library, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026! 🎉 We explored the historic architecture, admired the beautiful murals covering the rotunda, s

A little taste of France in Coronado 🇫🇷✨ Little Frenchie was such a fun brunch stop! From the Le Burger with tableside raclette to the decadent Parisian hot chocolate, everything we tried was delicious. 🧀🍔☕🥐 📍Little Frenchie 1166 Orange Ave Coronado, CA 92118 #Coronado #SanDiegoEats

Tacos + knights + horses… welcome to Horsetown USA! 🌮⚔️🐎 Coco and I spent our Tuesday night at Taco Tournament Tuesday at Medieval Land in Norco, and this was definitely one of the most unique things we’ve found in Southern California! The craziest part? This isn’t at a theme park or big attr

🍎 I thought I was just visiting an Apple Store… but this one was completely different! At the Apple Park Visitor Center, I got to use an iPad to explore an interactive model of Apple Park, check out exclusive Apple Park merchandise, visit the café, and get a glimpse of Apple’s famous headquarter

One of my favorite breakfast stops along the California coast. 🌊 There’s just something about eating Cinnamon Roll French Toast while looking out at the Pacific. 😍 Definitely one of those simple mornings I could do over and over again. 📍 Crystal Cove Shake Shack 7703 East Coast Hwy, Newport Coa

Exploring Sherman Library & Gardens turned into an unexpected adventure! 🌸🐶 Coco and I had so much fun searching for all 6 colorful dog installations during Dog Days of Sherman. We completed the Circle Quest and each won a sunflower seed packet and a wildflower seed packet! Such a fun activity

Spend your Sunday exploring the Garden Grove Farmers Market! 🌿🍓 Shop farm-fresh California produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and support local vendors in the heart of Historic Main Street. It’s the perfect way to spend a relaxing Sunday morning! 📍 Historic Main Street Main St. & Gard

I came to Alta Vista Botanical Gardens expecting flowers… but I wasn’t expecting metal sculptures hiding around every corner. 🌿✨ This hidden gem combines beautiful gardens, peaceful walking paths, and whimsical metal artwork that makes every turn feel like a treasure hunt. If you’re looking for

I created a FREE California Historian Passport Checklist PDF to go along with California’s free Historian Passport! 🎟️🏛️ I already got my Historian Passport, and now I’m on a mission to see how many of these amazing historic sites I can visit before the end of 2026. The FREE checklist is avai