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QLos Angeles: How Does One Get to Big Sur Via Train and How Does One Get Around?

For my birthday this year, I want a group of people to take the Amtrak up to Big Sur. I want to see McWay Falls in person! I'm tired of seeing the Instagram pics. So my question (s) is ... 1. Amtrak, I believe I'll have to depart from Fullerton to get on the Pacific... See More

ALos Angeles: Best Mother's Day Brunch Spots In L.A.?

All great places but beware of the lines!!!  Toast Bakery Cafe​ Joan's on Third Cafe​ Bottega Louie​ Gracias Madre​ Palihouse Santa Monica​ Cliff's Edge​ ... See More

ALos Angeles: Best boutique shopping in Los Angeles?

Has anyone mentioned shopping on S Robertson Blvd​​? Great place for shopping, Instragammable pics and food. I also really like 3rd st between Fairfax​ and La Cienega​ - once you're done boutique shopping you... See More

ALos Angeles: Late Night WIFI + Bar in Los Angeles?

HAUS by Coffee Hunter​ in K Town (Haus ​) IOTA Coffee & Bakery​ (Iota ​) Cafe Mak​ - no website but this place is AWESOME. You feel like you're in a library.  Tom N Toms​ - not alcohol... See More

ALos Angeles: Best inexpensive hotel near Hollywood?

Would you consider a vacation rental? If you're looking for hotels on a "budget" you might as well search vacation rentals and find something just as awesome.  See More

ALos Angeles: Best view points of the city during day and night?

Temescal Canyon Park​ for views of Santa Monica and Century City and the rooftop of Perch​ for the best view of DTLA. See More

AIrvine: Restaurants around Newport Beach?

I'd suggest Downtown Santa Ana Historic District​​ or Lab Anti Mall​ in Costa Mesa. Depending on what part in Irvine, you'll be really close to Newport Beach and the The Market Place​. Hope this helps!... See More

ACalifornia: What is the best way to travel from Los Angeles to San Diego for 3 people?

Gas is SUPER cheap right now. Rent a car. Split the cost. Split the gas. Easy peasy.  See More

AWhat's in your carry on baggage?

What a fun question! Aside from ID and Credit Cards, I carry hand sanitizer, a book to read, headphones and some facial wipes. I always check in my bags so I don't need to waste time boarding a plane. See More

ACheap Vaca at the beach from the States

The California Coast will give you plenty of beautiful scenery. Check Southwest Airlines for wanna get away airfare tickets and hovelstay.com for affordable accommodations. Hope this helps!  See More