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California

11 articles
10 hidden gems in Santa Barbara
4 min read 4 min

Sandwiched between the west-coast icons, San Francisco and Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is California’s slightly lesser-visited but no less beautiful li...

10 reasons to love Santa Barbara
4 min read 4 min

Gorgeous scenery, laid-back locals, and positive vibes – Santa Barbara is one of the most beloved places in Southern California and for good reason. I...

NorCal vs. SoCal: what’s the big deal?
7 min read 7 min

“California, the land of avocados, the great outdoors and the world’s best city – San Francisco…”“Hold up, Martinique. I’ve watched Silicon Valley and...

Talk like a Californian: 10 (more) expressions to master
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Californian expressions change like the seasons – we’ve already covered 10 key ones here – so here’s a list of ten more slang terms you absolutely nee...

4 essential road trips in Southern California
5 min read 5 min

You’re finally in Southern California – the waves are gorgeous, the sun is always out and you’re basically living in your shorts and sandals. If the s...

Talk like a true Californian: 10 expressions to master
4 min read 4 min

In order to live the Californian lifestyle, it’s not enough to make sure burritos, avocados and In-N-Out burgers are staples in your diet, you soak up...

10 things to eat in California
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It seems that in California, almost any problem can be solved with a combination of avocados, yoga, and dogs: After all, food, health, and man’s best ...

6 best things to do in Northern California
4 min read 4 min

Who hasn’t dreamed of exploring California? From sandy beaches to wild national parks and even wilder cities, California is the iconic state that defi...

The best beaches in Los Angeles: Our ultimate list
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No trip to the City of Angels is complete without a visit to one of the many beaches. From swimming to surfing and soaking up the sun (while wearing s...

Top 10 tracks for a California state of mind
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Planning a trip to the Golden State? Or just in the mood for some California love? I’ve got you covered with a top ten list of West Coast classics gua...

Essential California: Go North or go South?
3 min read 3 min

With over 38 million inhabitants, the 8th largest economy in the world and more land than Italy and Germany, I hereby declare California as king. It’s...