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Mother’s Beach in Marina Del Rey is Perfect for Family Fun

Mother’s Beach in Marina Del Rey is the perfect beach for families as well as those who want to go kayaking or paddleboarding. I found a Groupon for a paddleboarding deal at the Pro SUP Shop which is located right at the beach. It was such an enjoyable day being able to swim in the …

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Vineland Drive In LA’s Host For A Night at The Drive In

Summer 2020 is going to be filled with drive-in movies as we adapt to social distancing. In the Los Angeles area, we are so blessed to have a good amount of drive-in theatres to choose from. The Vineland Drive in, and the Paramount Drive In theatre are the closest to Los Angeles. These are actual …

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Where to Find The Best Desserts in Los Angeles

I love food and truly enjoy eating out. My favorite part of any meal is always dessert! I was raised by a Mom who would pick where we went to eat based on who has the best dessert. As we all know LA is a massive city that is filled with all different types of …

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Hiking To The Waterfall at Eaton Canyon

Eaton Canyon in Altadena is one of the most popular hikes in the Los Angeles area. The hike leads to a waterfall but has several different streams along the way that a lot of people enjoy playing around in. Keep reading this post for helpful information about hiking to Eaton Canyon Falls. This post contains …

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The Beautiful JGoldcrown Wall Locations In Los Angeles

Finding the best photo walls in Los Angeles is one of my hobbies. Over the years I have found some fun walls with hearts that were created by James Goldcrown. James is from England but now resides in West LA. The JGoldcrown Wall locations in Los Angeles can be found in various areas like DTLA, …

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The Legendary Strawberry Donuts From The Donut Man

Do you know The Donut Man who lives on Route 66? Most people in Southern California have at least heard of the legendary Strawberry Donuts from The Donut Man. This donut shop has been written about, appeared on tv, and even been mentioned in the Netflix show You. As of now, the Glendora location is …

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How to Visit Greystone Mansion In Beverly Hills

The Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills is a beautiful site to visit. The grounds and exterior of the mansion are available to the public for free most days of the year from 10 am to 5 pm. During daylight savings, the hours are extended to 6 pm. They will occasionally close for holidays, filming, and …

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What To Do At Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood

Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood View this post on Instagram Did you know the CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood has reopened? Currently they are offering free parking and are taking temperatures as people enter the outdoor shopping area. It was not too crowded when I went and I felt completely safe. Most stores are …

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Universal Studios Hollywood Tips For A Great Visit

This post has Universal Studios Hollywood tips and tricks to help you have a great visit. I have been an annual pass holder for several years and really enjoy visiting the park. In addition to all of the fun attractions and shows that you can experience year-round Universal has great seasonal activities too. While I …

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Ovation Hollywood at Hollywood and Highland

In the heart of Tinseltown, you will find Ovation Hollywood formerly known as the Hollywood and Highland Center. This shopping and entertainment center is so much more than just an outdoor mall. This post contains affiliate links. That means if you click on a link and buy something, I will earn a small commission from …

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Visit The Dolby Theatre at Hollywood and Highland

Visiting The Dolby Theatre at Hollywood and Highland This post contains affiliate links. That means if you click on a link and buy something, I will earn a small commission from the advertiser at no additional cost to you. The Dolby Theatre, formerly known as the Kodak, has been around since the early 200s. Since …

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Solar Field Art Installation At The Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve

Earlier this week before all the craziness began I convinced my boyfriend to take a spontaneous trip to see the poppies. I didn’t realize that the Antelope Valley was close to LA. For some reason, I had thought it was out by Joshua Tree. Once I realized it was less than a 90-minute drive there …

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The Rose Bowl Flea Market Is Full of Fun Finds

If you’re a local like me who is always looking for something new to do you might have heard of the Rose Bowl Flea Market. I did not grow up going to flea markets and therefore never made an effort to go to one when I moved to LA. However, after watching some fellow Instagrammers …

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Banter and Bliss Candle Making Class in Los Angeles

My friend Bruno always comes up with great ideas to gift me for my birthday! This year he gifted me a candle making class which I knew I would enjoy but could not have imagined how much I would love the experience. If you like making things and like candles this is truly a great …

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The Funko Pop Store in Hollywood Is A Must See

As you probably know Funko Pops are incredibly popular. A few months ago a Funko Pop Store in Hollywood opened up and quickly became an Instagram hot spot. In addition to having a lot of great merchandise, the store has a lot of well-done photo ops. Since this is a store it is free to …

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Stop By The Oldest Existing McDonald’s in Downey

Did you know that Downey California is home to the oldest existing McDonald’s? Last fall I was driving to South Gate and my GPS took me through Downey. As I passed by this McDonald’s I immediately turned around to check it out. I absolutely loved the sign! Little did I know how special and unique …

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Where Is The Brady Bunch House in Los Angeles

Here’s the story. Of a famous house. Which once “belonged” to a beloved TV Family. Where Is The Brady Bunch house? You will find it at 11222 Dilling St, Studio City, CA 91602. In 2019 I finally made it to see this famous house in person! Honestly, visiting this house has been on my to-do …

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Attend the Free SAG Indie Low Budget Film Workshops

Did you know that anyone can attend free SAG Indie Low Budget Film Workshops? The best part is that you do not have to be a member of SAG in order to attend. I found out about this event thanks to a wonderful Facebook group that I belong to with fellow creatives. Once I was …