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Designed to inspire your next trip.

Traveling is not just about going somewhere. Traveling is to discover a new world at every new trip and to learn from different cultures, habits, landscapes, languages and experiences. Exploring our world is an infinite source of knowledge for moments and memories that will be with you... forever.

I share all about the places I visit and my favorite recommendations every time I hit the road!

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A First Timer's Guide to Paris

Isabella Castro

Feb 26, 2023

A First Timer's Guide to Paris

The guide you need as a first-timer in Paris - what to see, eat, experience, and what to expect from your trip to France.

Dublin Travel Guide: Exploring Ireland's Capital

Isabella Castro

Jan 10, 2022

Dublin Travel Guide: Exploring Ireland's Capital

The largest city in Ireland, the country’s capital, is a true cultural melting pot. Come find everything you need to know to visit Dublin!

Runyon Canyon: Hiking trails and scenic views of Hollywood and LA

Isabella Castro

Jul 21, 2021

Runyon Canyon: Hiking trails and scenic views of Hollywood and LA

Runyon Canyon is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular hiking destinations in Los Angeles. Find out how to enjoy it to the fullest.

Puerto Rico Travel Guide

Isabella Castro

Apr 16, 2021

Puerto Rico Travel Guide

Are you planning your next beach getaway but haven't decided on the destination yet? You've come to the right place, and this guide is...

The Magic is Back! Disneyland Reopening Date and Details

Isabella Castro

Mar 17, 2021

The Magic is Back! Disneyland Reopening Date and Details

Post Updated on April 6 as new information has been released by the Disneyland Resort. Find all about it below. I've waited one long year...

How to Plan a Perfect Weekend in Temecula

Isabella Castro

Mar 3, 2021

How to Plan a Perfect Weekend in Temecula

Did you know that Southern California has its own wine country full of award-winning wineries and that it is only a short drive away from...

Guide to Zion National Park

Isabella Castro

Feb 24, 2021

Guide to Zion National Park

Recently, I took a road trip through Nevada, Utah, and Arizona, and while we had lots of places on our list to explore, Zion was...

#VanLife - Exploring Utah's National Parks

Isabella Castro

Dec 9, 2020

#VanLife - Exploring Utah's National Parks

Visiting Zion National Park was on my list for so long I can't even remember, but we always ended up going for other trips. Then 2020...

4 Must Visit Places In Laguna Beach

Isabella Castro

Jun 14, 2020

4 Must Visit Places In Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach is a favorite destination among Californians and visitors from all over the world, mainly due to its 7 miles of beaches with...

72 Hours in Los Angeles

Isabella Castro

May 2, 2020

72 Hours in Los Angeles

City of Angels. LaLaLand. LA. Los Angeles is a whirlwind of cultures, dreams and ideas. It's one of the most important cities in the...

Dream Trip: Roadtrippin' through the California Coast and Big Sur

Isabella Castro

Apr 27, 2020

Dream Trip: Roadtrippin' through the California Coast and Big Sur

Unforgettable. Believe me, you will never forget this trip. California is blessed with all sorts of natural wonders such as mountains,...

Best of LA: 5 Can't Miss Attractions In Venice Beach

Isabella Castro

Apr 23, 2020

Best of LA: 5 Can't Miss Attractions In Venice Beach

The free-spirited, colorful and bohemian Venice Beach attracts tourists from all over the world. Why? There's endless options of things...

Best Places to Snorkel on Oahu

Isabella Castro

Mar 29, 2020

Best Places to Snorkel on Oahu

Crystal clear waters and abundant marine life make Hawaii a true snorkeling paradise! If you love being in the ocean like me, I recommend...

The 5 Best Hikes on Oahu

Isabella Castro

Jan 30, 2020

The 5 Best Hikes on Oahu

Hawaii is a nature lover's paradise, full of pristine beaches, scenic overlooks, waterfalls, volcanos, you name it! Some of the most...

5 Best Things To Do in Ojai, California

Isabella Castro

Jan 23, 2020

5 Best Things To Do in Ojai, California

Visiting Ojai was a lovely surprise in different ways. This charming, quaint little town, located less than 2 hours from the busy LA...

North Shore: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part III

Isabella Castro

Jan 9, 2020

North Shore: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part III

North Shore The truth is that every corner of this place puts a smile on my face, and another truth is that nothing compares to the North...

Windward Coast: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part II

Isabella Castro

Jan 9, 2020

Windward Coast: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part II

The beauty of Oahu's Windward Coast (east side) is not to be missed. It is just a short drive from Waikiki and I must say, it's the most...

South Shore: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part I

Isabella Castro

Jan 9, 2020

South Shore: A Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii - Part I

Discover paradise! Oahu is a dream destination that should be on everybody's bucket list. This tiny little island offers unparalleled...

Holidays At The Disneyland Resort

Isabella Castro

Dec 12, 2019

Holidays At The Disneyland Resort

If visiting Disneyland during the holiday season is in your plans, know that you'll be in for lots of magic! The Sleeping Beauty castle...

3 Best Places To See The Hollywood Sign

Isabella Castro

Nov 15, 2019

3 Best Places To See The Hollywood Sign

The iconic Hollywood sign is one of LA's most famous postcards and no trip to the City of Angels is complete without a photo of this...

Omni Rancho Las Palmas: What Desert Dreams Are Made Of

Isabella Castro

Oct 16, 2019

Omni Rancho Las Palmas: What Desert Dreams Are Made Of

Towering palm trees surrounded by unmatched mountains landscapes, warm desert breeze, insta-worthy poolside cocktails, unlimited...

A Weekend At The Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

Isabella Castro

Aug 22, 2019

A Weekend At The Omni La Costa Resort & Spa

We drove a little over 1 hour down the coast to the seaside town of Carlsbad to spend what would be an unforgettable weekend at the...

Las Vegas Day Trip: Red Rock Canyon

Isabella Castro

Jun 2, 2019

Las Vegas Day Trip: Red Rock Canyon

Explore the Mojave Desert, a maze of canyons and trails, and enjoy the beautiful sights!

The Complete Las Vegas Travel Guide

Isabella Castro

May 21, 2019

The Complete Las Vegas Travel Guide

I keep hearing over and over that Vegas is for single people only, and that this is the place you go to get wild, go off limits, spend...

The Most Beautiful Tide Pool in Laguna Beach

Isabella Castro

Mar 21, 2019

The Most Beautiful Tide Pool in Laguna Beach

You've seen the pictures. Here's how to get there and tips to make the most of your visit. This unbelievably beautiful pool is the second...

The Best Winter Activities in Mammoth Lakes

Isabella Castro

Mar 12, 2019

The Best Winter Activities in Mammoth Lakes

Since I moved to SoCal, I've been hearing about how rad Mammoth Lakes is from friends that rush to the mountains every year as soon as...

Experience a Modern Seaside Oasis at Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach

Isabella Castro

Feb 17, 2019

Experience a Modern Seaside Oasis at Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach

Staying at Paséa Hotel & Spa was a dream come true in many aspects. I drive down PCH every day and always wondered what it would be like...

LA's Secret Swing!

Isabella Castro

Jan 15, 2019

LA's Secret Swing!

Los Angeles is a photo op paradise. There's so many parks, wall murals, overlooks, attractions, and just about everything instagrammable....

5 Reasons Why You Need To Visit LA's Chinatown

Isabella Castro

Jan 9, 2019

5 Reasons Why You Need To Visit LA's Chinatown

Though not as popular as Hollywood, Santa Monica, Venice or Malibu, LA’s Chinatown is one of the city’s most visited attractions and...

Yosemite National Park: What You Need To Know

Isabella Castro

Dec 11, 2018

Yosemite National Park: What You Need To Know

Welcome to the land that sparked the idea of the National Parks! Yosemite is everything you've heard and much, much more. I will tell you...

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Isabella Castro

Nov 30, 2018

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Mountains, canyons, caverns, breathtaking views, and the world's largest trees. Welcome to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks! Here's...

Channel Islands National Park: Santa Cruz

Isabella Castro

Sep 25, 2018

Channel Islands National Park: Santa Cruz

You have to see it to believe it. Simply beautiful & wild. At the Channel Islands, you can really get an idea of how our planet was...

Solvang: Little Denmark in California

Isabella Castro

Sep 20, 2018

Solvang: Little Denmark in California

When you think California can’t get any cooler, you find there’s a Danish Village only 2h from LA. If you are in Santa Barbara, it’s even...

Santa Barbara: What To See & Do

Isabella Castro

Sep 15, 2018

Santa Barbara: What To See & Do

Santa Barbara has earned the title of “American Riviera” due to its similarity to the South of France in terms of weather, coastal style,...

Catalina Island: A piece of the French Riviera in California

Isabella Castro

Aug 13, 2018

Catalina Island: A piece of the French Riviera in California

Any words I use won’t do justice to the beauty that is Santa Catalina. The island sits less than 30 miles away from the mainland and it...

San Francisco Bound: Golden City's Best Attractions

Isabella Castro

May 9, 2018

San Francisco Bound: Golden City's Best Attractions

I confess the first thing that crossed my mind when thinking about San Francisco was the Golden Gate Bridge. It truly is iconic, and it's...

Balboa Village - Newport Beach

Isabella Castro

May 9, 2018

Balboa Village - Newport Beach

Balboa is one of my favorite destinations in SoCal. It’s bordered by the harbor on one side and by the Pacific Ocean on the other, what...

Crystal Cove State Park

Isabella Castro

May 9, 2018

Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove is home to some of the most beautiful sceneries I’ve had the pleasure to see in SoCal, and definitely worth visiting whether...

What You Need to Know About The Grand Canyon & Hoover Dam

Isabella Castro

May 9, 2018

What You Need to Know About The Grand Canyon & Hoover Dam

The Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam welcome millions of tourists from all over the world yearly, especially those who travel to Las Vegas....

Newport Beach Main Attractions

Isabella Castro

May 9, 2018

Newport Beach Main Attractions

Newport Beach has a special meaning to every 90’s girl that watched the TV show “The OC”. I can’t remember how many times I’ve watched...

Top 8 Things to do in Charleston, SC

Isabella Castro

May 8, 2018

Top 8 Things to do in Charleston, SC

Welcome to Charleston, “America’s Most Friendly City” by Travel + Leisure! Charleston offers more than the usual Southern hospitality,...

Savannah, GA

Isabella Castro

Jan 25, 2017

Savannah, GA

Savannah is one of my favorite cities in the East Coast. Romantic, rustic, southern. Its charming squares and parks so fairy tale alike...

Seattle: Exploring the Northern Pacific

Isabella Castro

Jan 18, 2017

Seattle: Exploring the Northern Pacific

Seattle is Washington’s largest city and one of the jewels of the Northwest Pacific. Home of many Fortune 500 corporations such as...

New Orleans, LA

Isabella Castro

Jan 11, 2017

New Orleans, LA

New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, is the home of the Mardi Gras, of the parades and street parties and also the live performances....

Winter Wonderland in Big Bear Lake

Isabella Castro

Dec 29, 2016

Winter Wonderland in Big Bear Lake

Our first Christmas living in California was at Big Bear Lake, and it was so unforgettable that we keep on coming back over and over...

Road trip: East Coast to West Coast

Isabella Castro

Nov 10, 2016

Road trip: East Coast to West Coast

It's been a journey. 6 days, 8 states, 2921 miles! Many different landscapes and many more stories to tell. This road trip meant so much...

Crystal River: Florida's Hidden Gem

Isabella Castro

Sep 20, 2016

Crystal River: Florida's Hidden Gem

Located 4 ½ hours from Miami and 1 ½ hours from Tampa or Orlando, Crystal River does justice to its name. Prepare yourself to be dazzled...

Bucket List: Hot Air Ballooning

Isabella Castro

Aug 30, 2016

Bucket List: Hot Air Ballooning

I always dreamed of flying on a hot air balloon but had no idea of what it would be like. One thing I can assure, it was the most surreal...

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