Perfect for the pampering you need after the USA long-haul, LA is made for a luxe layer-over. And in the peaceful (that’s right, peaceful) inner-city neighbourhood of Larchmont Village, the eponymous Larchmont Sanctuary Spa is the only place you need to go to start your US trip feeling revived, relaxed, refreshed and recharged. From Santa … Read more
It’s been an incredible trip to the States, but like all good things, it is coming to an end. For the last leg of this journey, we’re back in sunny San Diego to see our friends and to get one last good hit of Mexican food before we head back to Sydney. Our time in … Read more
And we’re off again! This really has been a crazy month for us in terms of travel – not that we’re complaining. But with our very recent trip to South Africa only just over and now our plane to LA just about to board, by the end of the month we’ll have clocked up 13 … Read more
Nicknames for San Francisco span back almost to its European discovery in the 1770s. Anything from simple acronyms to a native plant have been the eponym for this fascinating city. But what do the locals call their hometown? A quick Google search for San Francisco nicknames will draw a surprising range of sometimes bizarre options. … Read more
Ghostly silent on the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island peers out of the mist. Stories and legends of this island and its jail make this one of the most visited national parks in the USA – and for good reason. Here’s how to get to Alcatraz and our guide to the world’s most famous prison. … Read more
Every city has its places only locals know about. They often do the best food and are great value too. San Diego, California is no different. Here are 7 secret eats of San Diego we’re letting you in on. You’re welcome! With so many places in San Diego to find great food, it’s always fun … Read more
Deciding where to drink in San Francisco isn’t easy. With everything from high-class gin palaces full of sophisticated cocktails to rough little dive bars brimming with character, SF has it all. Here’s our quick guide to 5 different venues guaranteed to give you a full range of imbibing experiences while you’re in the City by … Read more
San Francisco streetcars – the little trams that run up and down SF’s famous hilled streets – are an icon of the city. But the perma-queue that spells out serious wait times has always put us off. Here’s how to avoid the lines and get the real feel of a trolley ride around San Francisco. … Read more
Leaving San Francisco sunny and shining was pretty hard to do, but we’ve swapped it out for somewhere even sunnier. We’re in San Diego – the heart of Southern California. We love SD and have been here a few times before. The bars, beaches, weather and of course the access to amazing Mexican food. But … Read more
San Diego, California is a young, fun city full of fascinating cultural mixes, stunning beaches and delicious food. No wonder we like it so much. Here are our top 9 things to do in San Diego, California and why we love this town so much. Mrs Romance and I get on very well with San … Read more