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Tag: california

How to Girls Weekend in San Francisco Like a Local

Posted on October 25, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

San Francisco is one of the most popular cities in the U.S., so it’s no surprise that there are endless options for tourists–Fisherman’s Wharf, Alcatraz, the Pink Ladies, etc. However, when I came to SF for my most recent visit, I wanted nothing to do with the tourist attractions. I wanted to relax and enjoy…

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Exploring California: Napa Valley Edition

Posted on August 8, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Our first time in Napa turned out to be a great introduction. We started at Domain Carneros, which was the perfect spot to begin. The winery is home to a massive, French-inspired chateau, which instantly impressed us. With gorgeous views of the grounds all around, we sat for a wine tasting and opted for a mix of…

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Exploring our state: Malibu, Hollywood, and Venice Beach

Posted on July 8, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Since moving to California last year, I’ve jumped at the opportunity to explore more of our new state. Ollie and I spent a sunny weekend in July checking out Malibu, Hollywood, and Venice Beach (finally utilizing our proximity to LA). Although they were all quite touristy, I still wanted to see what the hype was…

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Joshua Tree National Park Photo Diary

Posted on June 3, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

And California continues to impress. Jasna and I decided to take the scenic route back to San Diego after attending Coachella, and it doesn’t get much better than road tripping through a national park with your bestie! We had both wanted to visit Joshua Tree for quite some time, and it did not disappoint. Here’s…

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Beginner’s Guide to Hiking San Diego

Posted on January 21, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Once we made the move from Indiana to San Diego, I knew I wanted to get involved with all the hiking in the area. It was a little overwhelming trying to figure out where to hike first- there are many great options! So I’ve put together my top 3 picks for beginners-whether you are new to…

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