Donate Life Float

Pasadena’s Rose Parade and the Donate Life Float

The Rose Parade is one of the most iconic events in the United States. It is held annually on, or just after, New Year’s Day in Pasadena, California and features elaborate floats, marching bands, and equestrian units. After a couple years of being canceled because of the COVID Pandemic, the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade […]

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Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

SANTA CRUZ – There is a lot of beauty in this part of central California which is just south of San Francisco and part of the Monterey Bay. My travels to Santa Cruz were directed by my searching for an apartment for my son Jonathan who left NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in search of completing […]

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The Best of Pebble Beach

The Best of Pebble Beach

Pebble Beach is one of the most scenic areas in America. It needs no introduction to visitors and golfers alike. The Pebble Beach Company’s 17 miles along the Monterey coast host some of the best golf courses in the world.  The Pebble Beach course is a must play for any golfer, and a stay at […]

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Spencers Palm Springs

Spencer’s Restaurant – Palm Springs

  Spencer’s Restaurant – Palm Springs Spencer’s Restaurant is the most magical, beautiful spot to have a romantic date in Palm Springs. With big fairytale like trees outside with balls of twinkling light hanging from them, it creates the sort of feel that you’re in an enchanted forest. Will you see Hansel and Gretel? Maybe […]

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Road Trip to St. George Utah

Road Trip To St George, Utah

Road Trip To St George, Utah I’m back in Utah!! And if you know me, you know it’s one of my favorite states. This time, I took a road trip to St. George. St. George is in the SouthWest part of Utah. It’s only 1 hour and 45 minutes from Las Vegas, and while it’s […]

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One Fun Day In LA

One Fun Day In LA

There’s so much to do in Los Angeles. It’s hard to know where to start. What vibes are you going for? Party? Touristy? Outdoorsy? I am gonna run you through my one fun day in LA. My boyfriend Andrew finally had a day off of work and we wanted to do something fun! What To […]

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NYC skyline

New York City – My 3 Day Itinerary

My 3 Day Itinerary in NYC HELLO New YORK!  New York City is one of my favorite cities- the vibe being unmatched. It had been four (4) whole years since I went last, and I finally got the opportunity to go again for a weekend this June (and this time over 21, so the experience […]

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Bâtard – Elegant New York City Restaurant

Bâtard – Elegant New York City Restaurant

Bâtard in New York City This Lower Manhattan restaurant is simply elegant. Bâtard’s simplicity and minimal décor is in fact more beautiful than you would expect. The walls are golden yellow that glow with lights and really is the staple look of Bâtard. Small, detailed white vines with leaves trail the walls which is a […]

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Hotel Chantelle Rooftop Restaurant – New York City

Hotel Chantelle Rooftop Restaurant – New York City

Jessica Castello travelogue visiting Hotel Chantelle in New York City with friends.

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