California, here we come!
Welcome Family and Friends
Ben and I first met 7 years ago in San Francisco. To celebrate our honeymoon, we are going back to where our love story began. We will be reliving our early days by revisiting our favorite old haunts in the city by the bay. We will then be escaping for a romantic getaway in Napa, followed by a trip to Caitlin's birthplace of Sacramento. This will be followed by a road trip down that legendary Pacific Coast highway (in the obligatory Ford Mustang convertible), with stops in Big Sur, Solvang, and others, before arriving in Southern California for more adventures. Help us make this trip unforgettable! Please note, if you'd like to contribute to this trip we heartily encourage donations directly through Venmo. Caitlin's Venmo is @caitlinrichael.
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Day trip to Catalina Island
California, here we come!
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Movie Outing at LA's Grauman's Theater
Movie passes and popcorn for a matinee showing at the landmark downtown theater (likely followed by a stroll down the Hollywood Walk of Fame)
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Kayak tour of Monterey Bay
We'll paddle up close with the sea otters and harbor seals of the Monterey Bay estuary, Elkhart Slough
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Segway Tour of Santa Monica Pier
Ben would scoff at such an activity on a "regular" vacation, but for a honeymoon, he's promised to strap on a helmet and tour Santa Monica in style- on a Segway!
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Horseback Riding in Santa Ynez
This romantic outdoor activity is one of Ben's old standbys, and he knows a horse named Zeus he really wants to feed sugar cubes to again.
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Night out at LA's Comedy Store
We'll see a standup show at the legendary spot that's been home to comedy legends over the decades.
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Ferris wheel Ride and arcade games at Santa Monica Pier
What is Caitlin's honeymoon dream activity? Endless Skee Ball by the beach.
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Newlyweds Spa Day
Help us relax and recover from all of the wedding-weekend excitement with a day at the spa for two
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Tandem Bike Ride for Two in LA's Griffith Park
When in Los Angeles, do as the Angelinos do! We'll explore the iconic park on a bicycle built for two!
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Omakase Sushi Dinner in West Hollywood
No honeymoon would be complete without Ben's favorite meal!
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Dom Pérignon to celebrate the NY Mets when they win the 2022 World Series
We've watched nearly every Mets game in the 2022 season...fingers crossed we will be celebrating the team take home the championship title in October
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Korean BBQ Lunch in LA's Koreatown
We will re-fuel after exploring all Los Angeles has to offer!
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Two nights in Santa Monica
Caitlin's first trip to Los Angeles wouldn't be complete without a visit to one of the most iconic beachfront haunts this city has to offer. We'll call Santa Monica home base as we explore the city.
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Happy Hour at the Chateau Marmont
We'll refuel and people watch at this classic haunt on the Sunset Strip
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Danish Brunch in Solvang
We'll get into the Danske Spirit in the de facto Danish capital of California with a full danish breakfast.
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Mission District Dining Tour
Stopping by all our old haunts and maybe a few new ones!
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Dinner in Santa Ynez Valley
As we make our way down the coast, we will explore the hidden gems of the central coast- including the best culinary experiences the region has to offer!
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Dim Sum lunch in Los Angeles' Chinatown
In our 7 years together, we've learned Dim Sum never disappoints. We'll scout out some of the best LA has to offer!
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Lunch and wine tasting in Calistoga
Calistoga is a quaint little Napa Valley town that has been a dream destination for Caitlin for years. There's no better way to enjoy it than a leisurely afternoon lunch in the vineyards
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Cioppino dinner at San Francisco's Sotto Mare
Nothing says San Francisco quite like fresh seafood in the city's historic Italian neighborhood of North Beach
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Pacific Coast Highway in Mustang Convertible
Help us travel this quintessential coastal route in style as we make our way from San Francisco to Los Angeles
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Two Nights hotel stay in San Francisco's Marina District
We will go back where to the neighborhood where our love story began for an unforgettable trip down memory lane.
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B&B Stay in Napa Valley
We'll begin the first leg of our California road trip with a stop to the rolling hills of the Napa Valley. Help us find a charming place to rest our heads!
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Two nights in Big Sur
After a couple long days of hiking along the world-famous trails of Big Sur, we'll retreat to one of the few cozy resorts along this stretch of coastline for a good night's rest.
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B&B Stay in Solvang
2 nights in Southern California's Danish oasis
When
2022-09-30
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