9 Crazy Fun Unique Restaurants in Los Angeles
From immersive dining to wildly themed spots, these unique Los Angeles restaurants are about the experience, not just the food. Perfect for birthdays or solo nights out.
California
The Golden State’s famous big cities and off the beaten track gems
Dillon Beach Resort Review: A Northern California Tiny Home Getaway You’ll Love
I stumbled upon Dillon Beach Resort while looking for cool places in Northern California, and I hit the jackpot! After signing up for their mailing list I was notified of a…
Coolest Hotels in Los Angeles California
The coolest places to stay in Los Angeles!
Coolest Cafes in Silicon Valley
A local’s guide to the best cafés in Silicon Valley. Cozy spots, great pastries, remote-work friendly tables, and real atmosphere. Updated for 2025.
Fresno, California: Things to Do, Where to Stay, and Why It’s Not Just Raisins
Headed to Fresno? Discover things to do in Fresno, California, from mural hunting and comfy Hilton stays to underground gardens and surprisingly charming downtown streets.
Best Things to Do in Arnold, CA
Is Arnold, California worth the drive? From giant sequoias and quiet trails to local restaurants and cozy lodges, here’s my honest take after multiple visits.
Best Places to Stay in Capitola Village
Capitola is one of those rare beach towns that feels truly magical without trying too hard. Colorful Venetian cottages, ocean views from almost everywhere, walkable restaurants, and zero corporate-chain energy. It’s…
Things to Do in Capitola: A Local’s Guide to the Village By the Sea
Discover what to do in Capitola, from beach days to unique independent shops, plus my favorite spots from decades of visits, including where to stay.
My Favorite Spots to Eat in Capitola: Best Restaurants by a Local
The best restaurants in Capitola, personally tested by a local. From Gayle’s bear claws to Shadowbrook’s cable car entrance … here’s where to eat.
Is Pacific Grove worth a visit?
What to do and see, where to eat in charming and beautiful Pacific Grove California!
Solo Travel in San Francisco: My Honest Experience (With Safety & Budget Tips)
San Francisco had been on my “maybe not” list for a few years, thanks to a steady diet of alarming headlines. So I did what any reasonable person would do: I ignored my own caution and went anyway. What I found was a city that’s still gorgeous, still delicious, and still very much worth visiting solo — if you go in with the right expectations and a hotel with a parking garage.
