Expect the unexpected...

Whenever I travel I always try to bring clothes for any weather situation. I feel that we are a bit too spoiled here in California. 

It's never too cold here even during winter, and the rainy weather usually never lasts. More often than not the sun is out in full force, and it's hot. 

When you're traveling it's hard to really know how the weather will be during your time there. I check the weather pretty often before a trip somewhere, and I plan around the forecast. 

It's always good to be proactive and plan activities for sunny weather, or rainy and snowy weather as well. Just so you're not stuck doing nothing in your hotel on a rainy. 

Beach trips, or hikes are a must on a vacation because it's fun to explore new areas. If it's raining or snowing museums are a great way to escape the cold and are pretty fun with the right people. 

I also bring some weather neutral clothes just in case there's a hiccup in the forecast. These are the clothes that you can wear comfortably if it's hot or cold. They're easy to layer up or dress down. 

Some essentials include:

Long sleeve button up shirts: Great to wear in the cold or rainy weather under sweaters or jackets. But they're also great in the warmer weather as well, just roll the sleeves up and you're set. 

Bathing suit: Whether you're in Hawaii planning to snorkel or take a dive with the shirts, or in New York during the snowy season. Bring them! You don't want to be that person missing out. 

Most important thing - An umbrella. 

Whether it's snowing, raining or sunny it'll come in handy. 

Whatever the weather may be, have fun! 

A.S.F

Back to reality...

Coming back from a trip is always such a bummer. 

Whenever I come back home I always say that I go through this "middle bit of depression". Which is highly dramatic and terrible, but don't you ever feel the same way? 

Back to work, school, being an adult, and all the responsibilities that come with that.... Wah wah waaaaah. 

To turn this around.. I like to take mini day trips to cool places with some friends, that aren't too far from home and not so expensive.

1. Big Sur 

Take a drive down the coast and go hiking at Pfeiffer State park. There's this cool trail called The Gorge, that I like to hike. It's a pretty easy hike, and at the end there's a place to swim and relax. 

2. Monterey/Carmel 

There's nothing better than having a beach day with your friends. Take a swim, or catch some waves by going surfing. Or if you don't know how, like me, go boogie boarding. It's just as fun, and maybe even cooler (at least that's what I tell myself) than surfing.

Then, end the night with a bonfire and some s'mores. 

3. San Francisco

What isn't there to do in the city? 

There's so much to do and so easy to get to with the muni. Here's a few suggestions: 

Hike up Coit tower and check out the city views.

Check out the museums 

Walk the Golden Gate Bridge.

Or take it easy and go shopping in the city? 

Whatever you decide to do, you won't be disappointed. And it will definitely help you kick your bit of blues.

A.S.F

It's here!...

Valentine's Day I mean!

There's nothing better than being in love on Valentines day. So where else to go than the "City of Love"... Paris of course!
I've never been to Paris, but it is definitely on my mind and hopefully one of my next trips.

Here are a few ideas for a Valentine's Day date.

Take a walk to the Love lock bridge in Paris.

Taking long walks in Paris is the thing to do apparently because it's so romantic. So why not take a walk to your local Parisian supermarket, buy a padlock and head over to the love lock bridge. The story goes, couples sign their names onto the padlock then lock it to the bridge. Then they throw the key into the river, and they'll be in love forever. 

After go get some drinks or go out to dinner.

http://www.timeout.com/paris/feature/restaurants/restaurants-for-valentines-day

This link has a few great places to go on Valentine's day for drinks or dinner.



And finally.. end the night here at Tour Eiffel

Take a ride up to the top of the tower and you'll be able to see the entire city of Paris. Careful this entire combination is deadly, and may set the bar too high for all other dates in the future. 

But hey, this is Valentine's Day after all so why not go all out? 

Safe travels, and have fun! 

A.S.F