Travel, Food and Drink, California Monica Ortega Travel, Food and Drink, California Monica Ortega

The Best Place To Eat On Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey California

Lunchtime at Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey can feel like a busy Saturday flea market with shops and restaurants clamoring for your attention and business. They all promise the best deals and views on the wharf. For fine dining food, Cafe Fina keeps the local feel and family history alive with photos of his dad fishing, historic newspaper ads, and signed celebrity photos of all of the people who have visited this amazing restaurant.

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Travel, Lifestyle Monica Ortega Travel, Lifestyle Monica Ortega

Traveling Like A Future Resident

Anyone who knows me knows that I have a love/hate relationship with Los Angeles. It’s a weird place to live and while great for the entertainment industry, I’m constantly waiting for them to realize I’m not cool enough for the party and kick me out. It’s basically a constant case of middle school insecurity.

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Travel, Hiking, Adventure, California Monica Ortega Travel, Hiking, Adventure, California Monica Ortega

10 Amazing Hikes Around Southern California

There are SO many hiking trails around Southern California that this list could be endless! And I have only explored a small section in my eight years living in Los Angeles. Going off of the many places I’ve had the pleasure of hiking, here are my top 10 favorite hikes around Southern (and a couple in Central) California!

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Travel, Adventure, California Monica Ortega Travel, Adventure, California Monica Ortega

Mountain High - My Favorite SoCal Ski Resort

When I was invited to try my hand at skiing again last year at Mountain High Ski Resort, I was excited but cautiously nervous as well. I love that there’s a variety of beginner slopes and they are all nice and wide to provide plenty of space for beginners like me. We also kicked the day off with an amazing ski lesson! Our instructor literally walked us up the hill further and further until, before we knew it, we were skiing down from the top!

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Travel, Adventure, Arizona Monica Ortega Travel, Adventure, Arizona Monica Ortega

10 Things To Do In Tempe Arizona

Every time I go to or through Arizona I just fall more in love with that state! From the desert wilderness, to the red rocks, to the mountaintops, it just gets more and more beautiful! But when I had the chance to visit Tempe last month I wasn’t sure what to expect other than a fun little college town. But, like the rest of the state, it completely took me by surprise; full of adventure, fun, and good food! Here are 10 things to do in Tempe, Arizona.

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Travel, California Monica Ortega Travel, California Monica Ortega

5 Unusual Things to Do In and Around Santa Cruz

While Santa Cruz has been sprinkled with classy restaurants and beach house rebuilds, the true vibe of the city is very much intact. Gritty and quirky to a charming degree, you are just as likely to find a dude listening to an old Grateful Dead album in the van he lives in, waiting for the swell to pick up, as you are an uppity out of towner. To help embrace this “Keep Santa Cruz Weird” ambiance, here is a list of unusual things to do in The True Surf City USA.

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Dogs, Travel, Lifestyle Monica Ortega Dogs, Travel, Lifestyle Monica Ortega

10 Tips For Traveling With Pets

It’s definitely been a lot of trial and error with different types of adventures. I’ve learned she LOVES to camp but doesn’t do as well in hotels with the hallway noise. She enjoys riding in a bike basket but HATES the water. We’re still sorting these out but she’s a trooper and seems to love anything as long as she can be with me.

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Speaking, Lifestyle, Travel Monica Ortega Speaking, Lifestyle, Travel Monica Ortega

Women in Travel Summit - The Premiere Event For Ladies Who Love Travel

Three years ago I had just begun my show when I decided to attend my first conference; the Women in Travel Summit. This conference is all about women of all different backgrounds who share a love of travel. There were bloggers, vloggers, and travel lovers of all kinds. I fell in love. It was amazing to be surrounded by so many like-minded and motivated women!

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Holiday, Travel Monica Ortega Holiday, Travel Monica Ortega

New Years Traditions Around The World

With the New Year right around the corner, celebrations are sure to ensue! For those lucky enough to travel during the holiday, there are tons of amazing traditions all across the globe. Each country has their own, unique way of ringing in the New Year and celebrating what’s to come.

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Holiday, Lifestyle, Travel Monica Ortega Holiday, Lifestyle, Travel Monica Ortega

10 Travel Gift Ideas For Adventurers Lovers! (BONUS: 3 Amazing Stocking Stuffer Ideas)

Every year for my level of holiday excitement, there is an equal level of confusion and slight panic when it comes to buying presents. After so many years I just plain run out of ideas! So this year I thought about some of my favorite, and most used gifts over the past few years and put together a list of 10 great gift ideas for the traveler in your life.

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Travel, New York, Food and Drink, Adventure Monica Ortega Travel, New York, Food and Drink, Adventure Monica Ortega

5 Reasons You Should Book A Trip To Central New York

When most people think of New York they think of the city. But I had the luxury of spending two weeks exploring the central part of the state and couldn’t get enough! The diversity of adventure, food and drinks, and culture left me blown away and wanting more! Here are 5 reasons you should go see for yourself!

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10 Things To Do In Lansing Michigan

Getting to come back and take another deep dive into my hometown of Lansing Michigan has been an incredible treat. Every time I do, I’m blown away by the massive amount of things to see and do in this city and how much fun Lansing has become. Here are 10 awesome things to do in the capital city.

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