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Hi, I’m Julia! A San Diego-based travel and theme park creator sharing Disney trips, Coachella camping guides, cruise tips, local favorites, and all my latest bookish adventures.

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Cafe Cinco Siete Review: A Must-Visit Coffee Shop in Portland’s Sellwood Neighborhood

July 20, 2026

Cafe Cinco Siete Review: A Must-Visit Coffee Shop in Portland’s Sellwood Neighborhood

Looking for a great coffee shop in Portland? Here’s my honest review of Cafe Cinco Siete in Sellwood, including what we ordered, what to know before you visit, and why locals love it. There are some places you discover while…

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Carlsbad Village Books Review: Inside Carlsbad’s New Independent Bookstore & Café

July 20, 2026

Carlsbad Village Books Review: Inside Carlsbad’s New Independent Bookstore & Café

A look inside Carlsbad Village Books, the newest independent bookstore in Carlsbad Village. Here’s what you’ll find, what we bought, and why I already can’t wait to go back. If there’s one thing my sister and I will always make…

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Best Things to Do in Carlsbad Village: A Local’s Guide to Top Spots

July 16, 2026

Best Things to Do in Carlsbad Village: A Local’s Guide to Top Spots

Looking for the best things to do in Carlsbad Village? From local coffee shops and restaurants to bookstores, boutiques, beaches, and sweet treats, here’s my guide to spending the perfect day in one of North County San Diego’s most charming…

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Pack & Prep With Me for San Diego Comic-Con: How I’m Getting Ready for SDCC

July 13, 2026

Pack & Prep With Me for San Diego Comic-Con: How I’m Getting Ready for SDCC

Come pack and prep with me for San Diego Comic-Con! Here’s how I’m planning my cosplays, organizing our days, packing my bag, and getting excited for one of my favorite weeks in San Diego. If you’ve been around here for…

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