California Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Universal Studios Hollywood Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Universal studios LA
A lot of fun for everyone. Arrive early if you want to use rides with no to minimum lines. From noon get ready to wait even 2h for a single ride. Harry Potter world is amazing with a lot of details. All buildings you can enter and see amazing details. It is worth to see light show, check schedule for times as this is really worth to see if you are around. Studio tour is another must see in Universal.
Let’s Go - Universal Studios Hollywood 🇺🇸
Lights, Camera, Action!
Come and follow me to explore the magic of Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles~🪄
-Getting there: Via public transport! Hop on the metro or bus to reach the Universal City/Studio City station. From the station, one can either walk to the park entrance (15minutes) or take the Universal Studios Hollywood shuttle bus which operates from select hotels in the area.
-Top 3 rides: Studio Tour, Revenge of the Mummy: the Ride, and Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey!
-Food and restaurants: must try - Turkey leg, butter-beer, fish and chips, Shepherd's pie or the hearty Great Feast Platter from Three Broomsticks restaurant!
**Do’s:
1. Do arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy shorter wait times!
2. Do take advantage of the ‘Single Rider’ option.
3. Do check for show and ride updates.
4. Do stay hydrated- water fountains available or you can purchase beverages there.
***Don’ts:
1. Don't overpack -carrying excessive bags around can be tiring.
2. Don’t skip the ‘top 3 rides’ !
3. Don't miss the opportunity for character meet-and-greet👋
4. Don't miss the Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle. It’s a mesmerizing light and projection show that illuminates the iconic castle.
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Universal Studios - Los Angeles
Universal Studios in Los Angeles is in the home to of movies and film! This makes it one of the perfect attractions to visit.
The ticket prices are quite affordable and close to the main areas of Los Angeles. The attraction is split into different areas with The Simpsons themed land as well as a tour around the old Desperate Housewives set. There is also the opportunity to do a Steven Spielberg tour which has views of the Hollywood sign #hollywood #themepark #universalstudio #losangeles #passionpassport
Best days @ Universal Studios Hollywood
We had the best experience at Universal Studios Hollywood. The rides were amazing and so much fun. The Super Mario brothers at the Super Mario World remind me of my childhood days when I would spend my entire Saturday afternoon playing that old mario game with my Dad. It's a dream come
true for me. We got express passes and true to its name, everything was indeed express there were no waiting times. Bravo! There are a lot of food to choose from. The staff were all friendly and nice. My nieces had a lot of fun including us, adults. We'll definitely come back to experience more fun in the future.
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Golden Gate Bridge Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Legends in the Morning Light: A Visual Feast Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
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Walking through the streets of San Francisco, one is inadvertently drawn to the dazzling red bridge in the distance—the Golden Gate Bridge, a magnificent structure that connects history with the modern, people with nature. Is it adventure? Is it history? Is it art? Here, everything is left unsaid.
🌟Day 1️⃣: Put on comfortable sports shoes, get your camera ready, and let us embark on a golden journey of discovery in this fog-enshrouded bay.
🌁 The Golden Gate Bridge in the morning fog, welcoming the first light of dawn:
- Early in the morning, the fog still envelops the bridge, making it seem as if it's floating in the air, gradually revealing its red silhouette, breathtakingly.
📸 From the ferry to the coast, capture the beauty from different angles:
- At different times, from different positions, the Golden Gate Bridge shows different aspects of its beauty. Close to the base of the bridge, feel its majesty; from the opposite shore, enjoy the beauty of its overall lines.
🚴 Crossing the bridge, experience this engineering marvel firsthand:
- Rent a bike or walk, crossing the bridge. When the wind blows from the sea, brushing past you, that's the most authentic touch of the Golden Gate Bridge.
🌸 In a nearby park, find a perfect picnic spot:
- In the lush Golden Gate Park, find a spot with a view of the bridge, lay out a picnic mat, and enjoy a leisurely picnic with the majestic view of the bridge.
🌆 At dusk, witness the changing sunsets of the bridge:
- As the sun begins to sink into the horizon, stand on the bridge and watch as the Golden Gate Bridge is gradually swallowed by the night, until the lights are lit, twinkling with the romance of the night.
💡 Tips:
- It's windy on the Golden Gate Bridge, please be sure to wear windproof clothing.
- The climate near the bridge is variable, be prepared with enough clothing to cope with possible temperature differences.
- Pay attention to safety when crossing the bridge and respect traffic rules.
The Golden Gate Bridge is more than just a bridge; it is the heartbeat of San Francisco, a poem in the hearts of countless travelers. Every time you step onto this expanse of red steel, it's as if you've once again formed an indissoluble bond with the city. 🚢💫📷
Filoli Estate
San Francisco Filoli Estate, hailed as one of the 'Top Ten Most Beautiful Gardens in North America', covers an area of nearly 265 hectares. The estate has a total of 43 rooms, 17 bathrooms, and a luxurious banquet hall, attracting over 300,000 tourists to check in every year. In addition to accepting public tours and commercial shootings, the estate has also become a venue for weddings and other events.
I LEFT MY ❤️ IN SAN FRANCISCO
Home to many iconic sites. Heaven for foodies. Best for bicycle lovers. Finest shopping neighborhood. Largest and oldest China Town. Blended with diverse culture and people. Tons of outstanding views. Oh! Did I mention that the city is also discoverable within a day?! In just one perfect day, it is possible to do most of the great things including walk through the oldest China Town, go shopping at Union Square, walk over the Golden Gate Bridge, dine at Al's Place, ride a cable car, visit to the world class museums, trip to Alcatraz, drive through the World's Crookedest Street and so on... I will definitely come back SF. ❤️
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The Golden Gate Bridge Of San Francisco
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The golden gate Bridge is a magnificent structure. It is one of those bridges that people will flock to take pictures with as it is absolutely beautiful. The Bridge stands tall with its sweeping cables and with its outstanding colour red, everyone can see it from afar. The golden Bridge itself is very long too, as it stretches across the bay area of San Francisco. I stand in awe when I visited this giant Bridge and wonder how people of the past built something so grand and huge, with their limited tools and technology. The golden gate Bridge is a true and a true wonder, and one with many amazing views. Go to the golden gate Bridge today and be amazed, just like me.
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Yosemite National Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Yosemite National Park trail
Famous for its giant sequoia trees and breathtaking waterfalls, Yosemite National Park is a major attraction for anyone visiting California! There are hikes of different difficulty levels so we took the beginners’ one because of me haha. The paths are mostly level and you get to see all sorts of creatures that live there. What an amazing natural sight for people who are too used to living in the city!
My overall rating of the experience: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Breathtaking View @ Yosemite!
One will not regret taking time to travel all the way to Yosemite and staying for a few nights!:)
Getting There - it was a 5 to 6 hours drive from Los Angeles
Attractions - Breathtaking views of mountain, lakes and valleys
Hotels - There are various types of accomodations in the area. Ranging from Condominiums (with BBQ pits) to Lodges (with many facilities)
Food - Not to worry if you are staying at Lodges with fully equipped facilities as they would have restaurants there for dining.
#wintergetaway #yosemite #nationalpark #holiday #lakes #naturalwonders #nofilters #usatravel #honeymoon
Yosemite National Park
stunning place, best pictures are on the afternoon. we stayed at Mariposa and drove at 11am towards Yosemite, dont forget to prebuy your day pass online, from the moment you leave Mariposa, the drive through canyon is stunning, once you get to park its amazement after amazement, we walked the Mist trail, and end up driving to glaciar point for sunset, it you go there before the sun sets, everything looks pink… after completing the walk on this area, next day we decided to make the drive across the park, which takes you through some other magnificent locations, some beautiful lakes, were you can kayak or paddle board… once you are finished that road you have the chance ro start heading to Death Valley National Park
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Majestic Falls
In the Yosemite National Park you will come across Vernal Falls. A 317 foot water fall that falls into the Merced River. The falls run all year round but at certain points of the year they break into multiple strands when the volume of water decreases. Highly recommended, must visit!
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Disneyland Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Truly the Happiest Place on Earth?
Disneyland, the place that bears so much significance and importance to everyone’s childhood. Growing up, it would have been difficult to not have watched a single Disney cartoon or any of its movies. The iconic Mickey Mouse, Nemo, the Disney Princesses, Lightning McQueen…I could go on and on.
Visiting here during the December holiday season is really as peak as it can be, and the ticket prices speak for itself. A whopping SGD300-ish per person. That’s not including the parking fees and cost of overnight accommodations. But flying here from half way across the world, how could I miss it? So here I was, entering the park at 730am (before it even officially opened), waiting for the themed lands to open, playing to my hearts content for the next 16 hours while constantly strategising on which ride to go for next, before finally leaving the park only at 1am.
Top tip:
When prices are this high, you should really consider getting the FastPass to get your money’s worth and avoid wasting your time in line!
#WinHKFlight
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To me, Hong Kong is a place that offers an eclectic mix of culture, outdoors, nightlife, food and history! I want to travel to Hong Kong to view the skyline from Victoria Peak, trundle along and observe the city on the "Ding Ding", grab an afternoon tea at a local Char Chan Teng and...so much more! Hong Kong is more than just a city. It is the varied experiences that gets me excited that makes Hong Kong special to me~
Magical moment at Disneyland Park California
Went there in September 2023 and the crowds is acceptable. Looking for a great place to go for a family vacation or even just alone time this is it for you! Very clean, friendly staff, welcoming environment. Also very handicap friendly.
Lots to do for kids who are young and even to adults. Staff get into each area that they are working and are able to make it a great experience. Young daughters loved interacting with Disney princess who took the time to care and talk with them.
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Disneyland Anaheim CA
It's great fun visiting Disneyland Anaheim CA. We bought 1 day ticket but it's too rush especially on peak period, so advised to get at least 2 days. We had chance to see the parades which is the best part of the visit. Overall, we had an amazing Disneyland vacation.
Address: 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802, United States
Ticket: USD 104-179
Opening Hours: 8am-8pm
Castles castles
Be mesmerized with castles, magic and fantasy in the happiest place on earth
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Griffith Observatory Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)
Griffith Observatory for NON-GEEKS
If you are not a fan of museums like me, there is still a reason to visit Griffith Observatory - the fantastic view of LA.
I took LA DOT’s FREE (YES IT IS FOC) DASH Observatory/ Los Feliz bus to Griffith Observatory, and it dropped us off right at the entrance. The bus ride was fun, and we got to see some cool sights along the way.
Once we arrived, we climbed up a little hill to reach the observatory, and the view was amazing! We could see all of Los Angeles spread out below us like a giant puzzle. The tall buildings downtown, the Hollywood sign in the distance, and rolling hills of Griffith Park. We spent hours just staring at the view and taking pictures. Inside the observatory, we learned all about space and stars, but nothing beats the view from outside.
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Hong Kong is a destination with so much culture, outdoors, nightlife, food and history! I want to travel to Hong Kong and spend a day in the famous Ocean Park, enjoy seafood in Sai Kung and perhaps even hop on a ferry to Macau!
#WinHKFlight Visit the LA Observatory
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The LA Observatory's summit offers an unparalleled vista of both downtown Los Angeles and the iconic Hollywood sign. From this lofty perch, the sprawling metropolis unfurls beneath you, its pulsating energy palpable even from afar. Skyscrapers punctuate the cityscape while the Hollywood sign stands as a beacon of cinematic history against the backdrop of the Santa Monica Mountains. As the sun sets, the skyline ignites with a kaleidoscope of colours, casting a mesmerizing glow over the urban landscape. It's a panoramic tableau that captures the essence of LA's allure, blending glamour, ambition, and dreams under the vast Californian sky. I believe this will make you no regret for such a trip!
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A Visit to Griffith Observatory
Griffith Observatory is located at 2800 E Observatory Rd., Los Angeles, California 90027
United States.
It is an Art Deco stargazing spot atop Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. For those astronomy enthusiasts or who are interested in stargazing is one of the best spot.
The Griffith Observatory#GriffithObservatory is one of the most visited observatories in the world with various reasons. Beside arts and stargazing, the view of Hollywood sign from here with the photogenic views is where many visitors as well.
Of course, Griffith Observatory's main draw, though the free entry was certainly a bonus. A fee of between $6 and $10 to see the planetarium shows is worth it if you happen to be there too.
LA at night
Getting There - By own vehicle
Attractions - Griffith Observatory & LA night view & Million of stars in the sky
Hotels - La Quinta LAX
Food & Restaurants - Thai town
Shopping - Black Friday date
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