As you may recall from my 2023 Outlook post, I don't really plan on traveling this year and may not travel much at all in the mid-term. But before I made this decision, I had booked a stay in Napa and ended up turning that trip into a last hurrah, living it up in California. … [Read more...] about Living It Up in California – Introduction
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Los Angeles Sweets
After visiting the Space Shuttle Endeavour, it was time to go hunt down some Los Angeles Sweets. Of course, this meant battling tons of traffic to not get very far. But was our trek worth it? I thought so. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Sweets
Visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour
It's long been my dream to witness a space shuttle launch. Since that never happened, the next best thing was to visit an actual orbiter. Not being able to see Discovery in Washington D.C., visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour in California was an incredible redemption for me. … [Read more...] about Visiting Space Shuttle Endeavour
Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach
I've long been a fan of Nancy Silverton. Her eponymous La Brea Bakery was my go-to before quality, artisan bread became available here on Oahu. So when we went to Costa Mesa last September, I made it a point to give Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach a try. … [Read more...] about Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach
Taco Maria – Incredible Alta California Cuisine!
At the time of our visit, Taco Maria was the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Orange County, California. But they're so much more than just a starred restaurant - it's a delicious homage to a family, culture, and location. And they're now one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. … [Read more...] about Taco Maria – Incredible Alta California Cuisine!
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
After our interesting flight and securing our car, all I wanted to do was get something to eat and get to bed. However, that meant driving 45-ish minutes on the 405 down to Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. … [Read more...] about Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Vegas + Irvine Trip Report Introduction
Well, it's been a minute since I've done one of these. In fact, by the time I set foot on the plane for my recent trip, it was over TWO YEARS since I last left Oahu. So, let's hope I remember how to do this 😂 - my Vegas + Irvine trip report introduction. … [Read more...] about Vegas + Irvine Trip Report Introduction
Some Winemakers May Not Have a 2020 Vintage
For better or for worse, there some winemakers may not have a 2020 vintage. But, it's not because of coronavirus. No. Instead, the absence of a 2020 vintage from some winemakers is due to the fires burning around the state. … [Read more...] about Some Winemakers May Not Have a 2020 Vintage
Nevada Adds Mask Mandate + Disney Changes
Thanks to its worsening rate of infection since reopening, Nevada adds a mask mandate for all. At the same time, Disney is rethinking its opening plans and has announced the major overhaul of an iconic ride. … [Read more...] about Nevada Adds Mask Mandate + Disney Changes
Hiking Down to Marshall’s Beach
On our final full day in San Francisco, we took Mr. Jeffsetter's recommendation and went on a hike. Specifically, we went hiking down to Marshall's Beach to get the best view of the Golden Gate Bridge in the city. … [Read more...] about Hiking Down to Marshall’s Beach