π Waterfront + Food USS Midway Museum β iconic aircraft carrier on the bay Embarcadero Walk β harbor views + coffee stops Little Italy β amazing Italian food, wine, and lively nights Gaslamp District - lively downtown district with great food and nightlife βοΈ Coast + Nature La Jolla Cove β see the seals and sea lions Hike β Torrey Pines (coastal views), Cowles Mountain (city views), or Annieβs Canyon (unique + short) πΏ Culture + Charm Balboa Park β museums, gardens, and beautiful architecture Coronado Island β charming town, iconic hotel, and wide sandy beaches β€οΈ Mayan and Aviv's Favorites Hotel - Westage Downtown San Deigo Italian Food - Bencotto, Little Italy Mexican Food - Don Carlos Taco Shop, La Jolla
π Beach Life Rent a beach house in Newport Beach (book early as they get filled up!) Rent a duffy boat or paddleboard through Newport Harbor Walk the Newport Boardwalk (sunset is best) Balboa Island frozen banana (a must) β Coffee + Wellness Coffee Shops: Salty Horse, Coffee Dose, Huskins, Haut Cakes and more Trendy workout classes, ask Mayan! π΄ Explore + Stroll Laguna Beach β walk around town, coves, and art galleries Laguna Beach hikes β Top of the World, Moro Canyon Loop San Juan Capistrano - Oldest road in California, cute shops! π Fun Extras Huntington Beach Night Market on Tuesday - great food and music Crystal Cove State Park β beach walks + cliff side Shake Shack Fashion Island (Newport) β outdoor shopping with ocean views Sunset and picnic in Inspiration Point - Corona Del Mar β€οΈ Mayan and Aviv's Favorites Lido Island - Zinque restaurant Castaway Park - Newport OSPI - Italian San Clemente - Saturday Cars & Coffee (+ outlet mall), grab lunch at Costal Cowboy after
π΄ Beach & California Lifestyle Venice Beach β famous boardwalk, street performers, and classic California beach culture Abbot Kinney - Shops by Venice Beach Santa Monica β iconic pier, ocean views, shopping, and cafΓ©s Malibu β beautiful beaches and coastal drives Topanga Canyon - Fun drive and cute shops π¬ Hollywood & Iconic LA Hollywood Walk of Fame β classic tourist stop Record store stop (Amoeba Music) β world-famous music store Hollywood Boulevard β movie history and landmarks Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive β luxury shopping and palm-lined streets π Views & Nature Hollywood Sign hike β one of the most iconic views in Los Angeles Griffith Observatory β skyline views, especially at sunset β€οΈ Mayan and Aviv's Favorites Motion Picture Museum Dr. Sandwich - Israeli food Silver Springs - Mat Pilates studio