October 27, 2017 Link Love (2): Scary Edition October 2017 // It’s that time of year… the spookiest time of the year. Here’s a link roundup of some excellent articles and listicles to get your creep on. Categories Link Love Comment: 1
October 20, 2017 How to Halloween in San Diego Okay, I am not a Halloween person. Judging by the amount of effort my neighbors are putting into decorations (more than Christmas it seems), Halloween is actually gaining in popularity as a holiday as the years go by. Although October 31st is on a Tuesday this year, there are plenty of opportunities to get the pants scared off of you leading… [read more] Categories San Diego Comment: 1
October 18, 2017 Have a Better Camping Trip with the Right Gear Once you know you’re going to make camping a regular hobby, it’s worth buying better gear backed up by trusted brands. Getting quality gear can reduce frustration, increase comfort, and make the outing much more enjoyable. Categories Shopping Comments: 4
October 13, 2017 Explore the Hoodoos at Bryce Canyon National Park Located in southern Utah east of Zion National Park (read my Zion post here), Bryce Canyon National Park is another one of Utah’s “mighty five.” I was surprised that its higher elevation resulted in a much different climate, even though it is only an hour and a half away from Zion. Getting out of the car I was met with… [read more] Categories Camping/USA Comments: 13
October 11, 2017 Why I Didn’t Finish Angels Landing Last May I visited Zion National Park; the funny thing was that a disproportionately large number of my friends and acquaintances also visited earlier in the year. Seems like it was “the” park of 2017! As the trip approached, every conversation seemed to meander around to Angels Landing, one of Zion’s most famous hikes. The hike has a ton of… [read more] Categories Hot Spots/Personal Comments: 2
October 4, 2017 Visit Breathtaking Zion National Park Zion is the oldest National Park in Utah, one of Utah’s “mighty five.” We visited Zion National Park in May 2017. Read on for my experience and information on planning your own trip. Categories Camping/USA Comments: 13
September 28, 2017 Road Tripping to Zion National Park This post is about driving to Zion National Park from Southern California. How long did it take, where did I stop, what route did I take, what snacks did I bring? Check my Zion National Park post for more details on camping in the park. The Drive We left San Diego on a Friday morning, which we almost always try… [read more] Categories Camping/USA Comments: 2
September 22, 2017 5 Must-Eat Sweet Treats in San Diego’s Convoy Area Starbucks might have gained notoriety this summer for the unicorn frap and the pink drink, but I have never seen a more broad option of sweet flavors than at a boba/bubble tea shop. When I’m in the mood for something sweet, I instinctively head up to the Convoy Street area in Clairemont Mesa/Kearny Mesa, San Diego. Located in the “wine… [read more] Categories Hot Spots/San Diego Comments: 0
September 15, 2017 SoCal Fall Destinations Even as working adults, it seems like fall and the beginning of the school year can cause a shift in everyday routines. Just because school is back in session doesn’t mean it’s time to hunker down until Thanksgiving and Christmas travel! Sneak in a weekend trip here and there while the weather is crisp but not too cold. There are plenty of great getaways within driving distance of Southern California’s major cities. Categories Shopping/USA Comments: 3
September 12, 2017 Seven Magic Mountains It seems like Instagram opportunities are everywhere you look. I mean, a beautiful breakfast or a fun tile floor can qualify especially since IG is an app that lets you post whatever you feel like. It also seems like there are opportunities created just for the ‘gram like The Museum of Ice Cream or Color Factory. And then there are candy… [read more] Categories Hot Spots/Las Vegas Comments: 15