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Palm Springs
The 90 minute drive to Palm Springs brought me through gorgeous mountains. Breakfast at Cheeky’s was a must! A flight of bacon and eggs Benedict with. Mimosa chaser was a great start to the day. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway was next on the list. Let’s discuss: Heights are not my thing but swinging from…
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Solvang
So I have these two Norwegian sisters… Maybe you know them? Or at least have heard of them? Recently it was discovered that being Norwegian is their superpower. I know Denmark isn’t Norway but…
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Famous Sites in Cali
Fun Places not to miss!! Self Explanatory! Getting this view can be tough, but hiking the Hollywood stairs is a great option! Want pancakes like the kids on The OC? Head to the end of the Redondo Beach pier — 141 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 The breakfast spot on Big Little Lies is…
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Walk to Naval Base
Coronado Island is not only famous for Hotel Del, but also the home of the Naval Base that trains the Navy Seals. I setout on the mile and half walk to the entry to the naval base and took in the gorgeous houses and aircraft flying over.
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The Grounds
There are not enough words to discuss all that is Hotel Del Coronado. The grounds, restaurants, beach, you name it, and it is amazing!
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Ice House Museum and Tour
I love a tour… I love learning about places, and when presented with the Ice House Tour, I knew I wanted in! . The walking tour began in what was once the Hotel Del’s Ice House and as the name denotes is now a museum. A small group and I then spent the morning meandering…
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Inside Hotel Del
There is so much to do and see here! First, my room was nicely sized and incredibly comfortable. Every turn has a new alcove, I found Kate Morgan’s room, there’s tons of shopping with est. 1888 practically being a museum as well as a being a unique gift shop.
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Hotel del Coronado
You will find iconic images at every turn at this famous hotel. Every room is unique and full of character. Nicknamed, Hotel del, roaming the grounds felt like I was in a different time.
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Hotel Del Coronado
This is not some ordinary hotel…it is an experience! Although now a Curio Collection by Hilton, this hotel holds an enormous amount of history and worth all the money I spent on the most expensive night in a hotel I have ever booked. If you want to do this I suggest you become a Hilton…
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The Madonna Inn
When I was looking for a hotel for a night between Big Sur and LA, I stumbled upon The Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo. I had actually read up on it and driven past it during my 2019 trip, but NOTHING prepared me for my stay. To be honest, I was prepared for a…
