Now that we’ve lived here for 3 years come June, I’ve noticed there are certain things we’ve wanted to repeat each year. I’ve categorized them by month to give you ideas of the best things to do in San Diego depending on when you’re visiting. Most of these things I’ve done at least once (many…
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9 Impressive View Points in San Diego to Inspire Wanderlust
There’s nothing better than a great view to inspire wanderlust. Personally, seeing an amazing photo of a destination is often the catalyst that leads me to book a trip. For example, take this shot of Reykjavik. It had me daydreaming about visiting Iceland for 7 years until I finally made that a reality–all because I…
Local’s Guide to the Best Fish Tacos in San Diego
Fish tacos and San Diego go together like peanut butter and jelly. If you’re visiting San Diego you must eat fish tacos at least once to do your trip justice and ensure you experience that beachy, laid back essence of SoCal (#vibes). To help make the decision of where to go for the best, I’ve…
Hello 2018: My Daydreams & Travel Goals
Happy New Year everyone! We all get another chance to reflect on the past, plan for the future, and make room for new goals. In 2017 I tried to do a trip-a-month, but this year’s travel goals will be quite different. New year new you right? (See if I accomplished last year’s goals here…I also…
2017 Travel Review & if I Accomplished #tripamonth
Are years flying by faster and faster or is it just me? I cannot believe 2017 is almost over, but nonetheless it’s time to reflect on the past before making way for 2018. This year I set myself the goal of doing a #tripamonth (some people call it #take12trips). I didn’t want having a full…
Miami for Couples: First Timers’ Guide to a Hot Weekend
To say we enjoyed our time in Miami would be an understatement. It was quite possibly the best weekend of the year, and we’ve had A LOT of good weekends in 2017. It’s kind of magic when you travel as a couple and find a place that makes each person as happy as the other….
An Expat’s Top Reasons to Tailgate when You Visit the U.S.
Someone coming to the States who wants to have an American time should look no further than “the tailgate.” Sport is such a huge part of our culture here. Between professional and college sports, there’s hardly ever a day where you can’t tune into something on TV whether it be baseball, basketball, football, soccer, golf,…
Where to Have a Great Meal in San Francisco
San Francisco might be my favorite place to go out to eat. Each time I visit, I make it a point to try something new and different because I know I won’t be let down. I feel like you can get anything in San Francisco because of how many people from different cultures call it…