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Things to Do in Pismo Beach: Coastal Beauty

View from Pismo Beach Pier, California, What to do in Pismo Beach

This article discusses a lot of the fun things to do in Pismo Beach, California! For many years, I have stopped at Pismo Beach, a coastal town located in San Luis Obispo Bay.  We love to get some great food in town and check the pier. Yet, my husband and I have never stayed in […]


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Blog California Los Angeles Travel USA

Camping in Los Angeles: Fun Spots to Check

Sitting in Point Dume Beach, Malibu, Camping in Los Angeles County

This article provides comprehensive information about camping in Los Angeles County! Contrary to popular belief, there are several reserves, preserves, state parks, and recreational areas in Los Angeles.  There are even districts of two National Forests within county limits! As a result, you will find beautiful campgrounds, appealing to all sorts of interests, around the […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Best Camping Blankets: Warmest Blankets for Camping

Best Camping Blankets

Are you a huge camping and outdoor lover?  Well, me too! Here I review the best camping blankets that are a must for your next adventure. My fondness for camping is growing with time. As I discover new campsites and meet more like-minded people (through Facebook groups, Instagram or YouTube), I start to devise plans […]


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Blog California Orange County Travel USA

Easy Hikes in Orange County – For All Ages and Skills

Crystal Cove State Park, Best Easy Hikes in Orange County, California

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, today I present you with the best easy hikes in Orange County. With the sheer amount of breath-taking landscapes and amazing parks, getting out in Southern California is more than a pleasant experience.  Hiking in Orange Country is simply amazing, from easy flat trails to sloppy mountain hikes, and […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Best Beach Blankets and Mats – For All Budgets

Best Beach Blankets and Mats

Are you a huge beach lover?  Well, me too! Here I review the best beach mats and beach blankets that are a must for your next adventure. As you guys know, I was born and raised in Puerto Rico.  After graduating college, I moved to a beach city in Southern California.  So, me and the […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Best Travel Crossbody Bags for Women

Best Travel Crossbody Bags for Women

In this article, we will explore the best travel crossbody bags for women. Crossbody bags (or crossbody purses) are one of my favorite accessories! And, I am not only talking about travel accessories.  They are my everyday go-to choice. After having purchase dozens of crossbody travel bags (hope my husband is not reading this), here […]


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Blog California Los Angeles Travel USA

Easy Hikes in Los Angeles: For All Ages and Skills

Portuguese Bend Beach

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, today I present you with the best easy hikes in Los Angeles. Here in Los Angeles, we are so fortunate to be living in a city surrounded by such natural beauty.  We have beaches, mountains, and deserts.  A lot of these are protected at the county, state, or federal […]


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Blog Hawaii USA

Oahu Itinerary: 1, 2, 3, Or 4 Days in Oahu

Hanauma Bay, Oahu Itinerary

Looking to spend a couple of days in paradise?  I got you covered! My Oahu itinerary shows you how to spend 1 to 4 days in The Gathering Place. I needed to see by myself if all the hype about Hawaii was true. When you have been living in California for a long time, you […]


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Blog El Salvador Travel

El Salvador Facts: 59+ Fun & Interesting Facts About El Salvador

Lakes in El Salvador, Facts About El Salvador, Weird Facts about El Salvador

Interested in learning more about El Salvador? This post discusses fun and interesting facts about El Salvador! How much do you know about El Salvador?  This small country in Central America does not receive the attention it deserves. Many years ago, I married a Salvadoran.  As an outcome, I have lost count of the times […]


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Blog California Palm Desert Palm Springs Travel USA

Things to Do in The Coachella Valley

Indian Wells Canyon, Things to do in the Coachella Valley

This article focuses on all the wonderful things to do in the Coachella Valley! It is not often that one comes across a region that offers spectacular scenery, rich history and culture, a unique landscape, and an abundance of activities and attractions to suit all tastes and budgets than The Coachella Valley in Southern California. […]


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Austria Blog Travel

Best Day Trips from Vienna (Reachable in 1-3 Hours)

Melk, Wachau Valley, best day trips from Vienna

Are you looking for some exciting day trips from Vienna? Excellent! You have arrived at the right place. This guide will show you several beautiful places you can reach in 1 – 3 hours. Vienna is a beautiful city full of palaces, pedestrian streets, and music in every corner.  If you have spent 1, 2 […]


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Blog California Los Angeles Travel USA

Redondo Beach Pier: Things to Do, See and Eat

Redondo Beach Pier, Sunset

This article focuses on the many fun things to do, see and eat at the Redondo Beach Pier (Los Angeles, California). There is a popular saying that states that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. Not that long ago I was meditating on those particular words since in the […]


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Blog Poland Travel

Fun Things to Do in Krakow, Poland

Wawel Castle, Things to do in Krakow

This post discusses fun things to do in Krakow, Poland’s second-biggest city and a hub for culture, arts, and economics. The train came to a halt around 6:00 a.m. We waited and waited and then, waited a little bit more.  Nobody seemed to be moving.  In a haze, I came out from my little cabin, […]


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Blog California Santa Barbara Travel USA

Places to Visit in Santa Barbara: 200+ Bucket List Ideas

Places to Visit in Santa Barbara, Old Spanish Days, California

This guide has bucket list ideas with 200+ places to visit in Santa Barbara! Discover the best things to do, see and eat here! Santa Barbara is one of my favorite cities.  I call it my home away from home. I visit maybe 5 or 6 times per year since I feel totally disconnected from […]


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Blog Croatia Travel

Wonderful Croatia: Things to Do in Cavtat

cavtat croatia things to do, Pier and boat in Luka Bay, one of the two bays accessed through the town of Cavtat, Croatia

Cavtat was not in my plans. See, I had an excursion booked for Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina).  Or, so I thought. The day before the “trip,” I searched for the confirmation document on my travel folder.  It was not there. “Let me check the confirmation e-mail,” I thought. There was no e-mail. I came to […]


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