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Rain, Reading Rooms, and Oysters: A Perfectly Cozy Day in Carmel-by-the-Sea

There are some places where rain ruins your plans. And then there’s Carmel-by-the-Sea — where rain somehow makes everything feel even more magical. My day began with one undeniable truth: absolutely no coastal storm is going to stop Californians from getting their fresh produce. The local farmer’s market was alive with bundled-up shoppers carrying flowers,Continue reading “Rain, Reading Rooms, and Oysters: A Perfectly Cozy Day in Carmel-by-the-Sea”

Snickers, Storm Clouds, and the Madness of Bixby Bridge: Driving Big Sur to Carmel-by-the-Sea

There are road trips… and then there are California Highway 1 road trips.
Today was the kind of day that reminds me why I love traveling solo. No schedule. No pressure. Just me, the open road, and two complimentary Snickers bars.

When the Road Changes the Plan: A Central Coast Adventure I Didn’t Know I Needed

There’s something magical about finally getting the reservation. For six months, I had been looking forward to camping at Limekiln State Park. If you know anything about camping in Big Sur, you know that scoring a campsite feels a little like winning the lottery. Every time I had tried to book in the past, theContinue reading “When the Road Changes the Plan: A Central Coast Adventure I Didn’t Know I Needed”

Tokyo Day Two: Senso-ji, Sushi Highs, Ice Cream Redemption & Ginza Glow-Ups

If Day One in Tokyo was a warm-up, Day Two was the main character energy we were waiting for. From ancient temples to fancy knives, from sushi so fresh it practically winked at us, to the sweet, sweet taste of ice-cream vengeance—Tokyo delivered. Hard. Senso-ji: Sensory Overload in the Best Possible Way We kicked offContinue reading “Tokyo Day Two: Senso-ji, Sushi Highs, Ice Cream Redemption & Ginza Glow-Ups”

From Fuji Sunrises to Tokyo Nights: A Day of Magic, Chaos & Oysters

Mt. Fuji at sunrise. A shrine wedding straight out of a romance drama. Shibuya Crossing madness. Sushi, souvenirs, palace guards, and the world’s most devastating ice-cream rejection. Oh—and oysters worth writing home about. This day in Tokyo had EVERYTHING. Come see how it all unfolded!

Kyoto to Mt. Fuji — The Long Road to Japan’s Iconic Peak

From Kyoto’s quiet charm to Mt. Fuji’s breathtaking beauty, this road trip was pure magic—complete with mountain views, crimson maples, and a 7-Eleven so good it made me question everything I thought I knew about convenience store food.

Day 2 in Kyoto: Golden Dreams, Whispering Floors & Endless Orange Arches

Day 2 reminded me that Kyoto isn’t just a destination—it’s an experience, one that stays with you long after you’ve left.

Jet Lag, Joy, and Japanese Toilets — a Love Story of Sorts

Six women. One city. Countless servings of takoyaki. Osaka was more than a destination—it was the start of rediscovering who I am (with a little help from my dear friend and a very advanced toilet)

Felicity Arvizu Takes On: Washington, D.C.

They say Washington, D.C. is the beating heart of American democracy. Personally, I’d say it’s more like a heartbeat monitor—beep… beep… pause… “oh, is this thing still on?” But after three days in the nation’s capital, I can confirm: it’s a city worth taking on, even if you nearly end up knocking on the WhiteContinue reading “Felicity Arvizu Takes On: Washington, D.C.”