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special travel edition
chool is almost out, and for those
with the time to travel, the opportunities are infinite.Take some time A New Divide in Berlin 2
to explore the great unknown or return to that special place you love to
Washington, DC:
A Capital City to Visit 2
visit. Whether you drive down to Los Angeles or
cross the Atlantic to Berlin this summer season,
Crusing:
escape to a place that makes you happy. Soak
Not Just a Boat Ride 3
up this special edition of the Pacifican and use it
Take a Break With Nature 3
as a travel guide, an insight into other cultures, or
A European Summer of Study 4
maybe just daydream material.Enjoy.
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Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones
you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away
from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your
sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
-Mark Twain
Choose the Central Coast
For Certain Romance 4
Romantic Places to Visit 4
Top Study Abroad Locations 4
Sacramento:
A True American City 5
Rediscover
Unique Los Angeles 6
Luxe Romance
in San Francisco 6
Twenty Great
California Travel Spots 6
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here
is your
favorite
place to visit?
Best Travel Websites 6
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I would say mexico. I really like the slow pace of
life there. Everyone seems
to be happy even, without
hardly any luxuries.
-Joe Orr ‘13
My favorite places are anywhere in Europe because
the culture and lifestyle are so different from ours in
California. I loved having lunch with French families
because they sat and actually talked instead of having
tv dinner.
-Kelly McWilliams ‘14
I love visiting Kinder’s
on the weekend. Any
sandwich from there
makes a bad day turn
perfect.
-RJ Barton ‘14
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A New Divide In Berlin
Kiel Batanian
Luxury apartment on the left, Kunsthalle Tacheles on the right
Kiel Batanian
in the history surrounding
Contributing Writer one’s self. However, like most urban
Alain de Botton in his
landscapes
today, there is a
book, The Art of Travel, said,
contestation
between those
“If our lives are dominated by
who
wish
to
make the city
a search for happiness, then
more
affluent
and those
perhaps few activities reveal
who
wish
to
maintain
the
as much about the dynamics
bohemian
vibes
of
what
of this quest – in all its ardour
and paradoxes – than our makes Berlin “arm aber sexy”
(poor but sexy). This was the
travels.” Many Pacific students, phrase that former Berlin
including
myself,
have mayor Klaus Wowereit used
firsthand experience with this to describe the state of his city
in the early 2000s. quote. Both arguments certainly
My own international
have
merit. On the one hand,
travels have taken me to cities
Berlin
is plagued by high
such as: Beijing, London,
levels
of
unemployment, as
Prague, Rome, Seoul, Munich
compared
to other urban
and Seville. There was only
areas
in
the
country. one city where I really felt I
Berlin being the capital
had found a lasting sense of
city
of Germany makes it a
home and understanding, and
valuable
asset to development,
that was Berlin. and
one
can certainly see this
I had the chance to study
is
in
the
popular
tourist areas,
German language and EU such
as Brandenburg Gate
politics at the Free University
of Berlin for one semester last and the Sony Center. The drawback to high
spring. It was the times I was
levels
of business investment
not in the classroom though
is
that
it makes the city less
that were the most formative
accessible
to those less well
about my experience there. off. Berlin is by far one of the
A similar phenomenon
most vibrant cities in Europe
is
occurring in Michael
today, with cultural contact
Bloomberg’s
New York City,
beyond Germany, a bustling
where
rezoning
of apartment
electronic music scene, and a
buildings
results
in the
feeling of constant immersion
W
here
is your
favorite
place to visit?
construction of luxury
living spaces under the
guise of eminent domain
– quite the paradox if we
think of imminent domain
as a tool to benefit public
welfare. Places like the art
house Tacheles, a squatter
community that has been
occupied by artists for
years now, still has an
uncertain future. Private
development
firms
are
constantly
seeking rights to the
dilapidated building from
the 1930s as a valuable
space, as it is in close
proximity to the city
center. Yet the artists have, at
this time, proven to have
the upper hand; they are
receiving great support
from the youth culture of
Berlin and those who wish
to maintain the unique
character of the city.
I, myself, had the
chance to visit Tacheles
a handful of times during
my time in Berlin. The dystopian looking
back lot, the damp and
graffiti-lined
stairwells,
and the various artist
studios all play into the
experience of the building. It would be hard to
imagine a gentrified space
in place of Tacheles. Regardless of the future,
we can think of the city as a
palimpsest – a constantly
layered portrait of Berlin. History remains, even if it
not visible anymore. My own hope is that
Tacheles
remains
a
relevant part of the story
of Berlin. There is not a
place quite like it. This summer, I plan
on studying the building
and its artists further, as
part of my undergraduate
thesis on gentrification
and commodification of
urban spaces.
Goa, is fabulous mix of India and Portugal.
Never did I think I would find a place with
beaches, cathedrals, fish curry, gold jewelry,
and spice markets! For a cultural cocktail and
a lovely time on the beach, Goa is the perfect
destination.
-Lydia Wassan ‘12
tristatedomestic.info
Washington, DC: The
Capital Place to Visit
Sylvana Ho
Layout editor
Standing erect in the capital of the country, the Washington
Monument is but one of countless landmarks to visit.
Washington, DC houses dozens of museums and historic sites
that will excite just about anyone.
Many government institutions offer free tours of their
facilities. Take this opportunity to watch how money is made
at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, to sit in on an oral
argument at the Supreme Court, or to witness live-politicking
at the Senate and House
galleries.
For guided tours, contact
There is always your senator or representative
something going months in advance to reserve
passes to explore the White
on in DC. It’s a
House and the Capitol.
marvelous place Better yet, most of these
for an adventure.” riveting places are conveniently
located near a Metrorail stop—
like the numerous bars and clubs off of Adams Morgan on the
Red Line and the brunch restaurants off of Eastern Market.
Stop on over afterward to the Hine Junior High School,
home to an internationally recognized flea market of one
hundred exhibitors every Sunday.
Speaking of acclaim, cupcakes in DC are unparalleled. Take a
bus over to Georgetown to taste the wonder that is Georgetown
Cupcake—yes, the very one from TLC’s show. Compare that
with the nearby Sprinkles and Baked & Wired.
Then, head on over to Food Network’s Cupcake Wars
victor Sticky Fingers for even more delicious goodness by the
Columbia Heights Metrorail stop.
Even the hotels in DC are remarkable. Near the legendary
K Street, right by Farragut Square, and a few steps away from
the Metro is the illustrious Mayflower Renaissance Hotel. For
$200 a night, stay in the very hotel where presidents lived,
politicians dine, and scandals happen.
There is always something going on in DC. It’s a marvelous
place for an adventure.
“
I like to take trips to the
Delta, it makes Pacific
seem not as bad.
My favorite place to visit is Rome.
It has so much history surrounding
it. Rome has many fascinating
historical landmarks that are fun to
visit and learn about.
-Sean Dunnigan ‘13
-Shaun Powers ‘13
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Cruising:
Not just a boat ride
Jesse Voelkert
Lifestyles Editor
Take a Break with Nature
scenicwonders.com
Sara Menges
News Editor
Combine your love for the
outdoors and the need of a
relaxing getaway after the
end of the semester by taking
a trip down to one of the first
wilderness parks in United
States.
Just over three hours
away
from
Stockton,
Yosemite National Park is
best known for its waterfalls
but also reveals deep valleys,
grand meadows, ancient
giant sequoias, and vast
wilderness areas to explore.
The road to Yosemite
from Stockton is not that
complicated as you can
take the CA 120 all the way
to the park. Once there,
an assortment of activities
awaits you. Depending on your mood
and interest you can choose
to go hiking, biking, spend
time with a park ranger, take
a bus tour of the park, or even
engage in bird-watching or
fishing trips. Yosemite
Falls
also
reaches their peak flow near
the end of May and usually
remains high into June
before drying up in August;
so the summer is the best
time to visit the park for
waterfalls!
Summertime also marks
the blooming of wildflowers
in the Yosemite Valley and
Wawona. Although most of
the flowers bloom in June,
some begin in May such as
the Sierra onion, lupine,
Mariposa lily, penstemon,
and flowering dogwood.
To stay the night at the
park, lodging options range
from simple tent cabins to
deluxe rooms at the park’s
hotels and resorts.
Accommodations known
for their spectacular views
are The Ahwahnee, Yosemite
Lodge at the Falls and
Wawona.
More information on the
different amenities, scenic
hot spots, outdoor activities
that are available for each
lodging, as well as pricing
and rooms can be found at
www.yosemitepark.com/
lodging.aspx.
Another popular way to
spend the night in the park is
to embrace nature and camp
out in one of Yosemite’s 13
popular campgrounds.
Depending on the time of
year and location, camping
fees range from $5 to $20
per night. Yosemite’s Upper
Pines Campground however
is one of the more well-liked
sites and is located near
Yosemite Village and Curry
Village and contains a fire
ring, picnic table, and food
lockers.
More information on
pricing and reservations
online for camping can
be found on the National
I love to travel globally, but still the Sierra
Nevadas have stolen a piece of my heart. Just a
short drive away, I love spending time up in Tahoe
whether it’s skiing in the winter, or taking my kayak
for a paddle with friends or going on a hike with my
family in the summer.
-Emily Potter ‘13
Park Services website for
Yosemite at www.nps.gov/
yose/index.htm.
Reservations
for
all
lodgings and campsites are
available far in advance and
are especially recommended
to book in advance for the
summer months starting in
March.
It must also be noted
that sleeping in your car or
RV is not permitted in the
park except in individual
campsites. It must also be noted that
there is a park entrance fee
that applies to all visitors of
$20 per car if you arrive in
your private car, van, pickup
truck, or RV.
This is valid for unlimited
entries to Yosemite for
seven days, and since it also
includes all occupants of the
car, travelling to Yosemite
with a group of friends for
a few days will give you the
best bang for your buck!
For those who want to
avoid the entrance fee all
together, the fee is also
waived for selected holidays
and weeks such as National
Park Week from April 21st to
29th, Memorial Day, and Get
Outdoors Day on June 9th.
So get together your
friends or call up your
significant other and plan
a trip into the outdoors at
California’s famous Yosemite
National Park.
The free time and weather
available during summer
vacation presents the perfect
opportunity to go on one of
the most sought vacation
excursions – a cruise! Not
only do they present a unique
way to get to a particular
destination, but presentday cruises also offer lavish
amenities that make the boat
ride alone worth the trip.
An important aspect to
consider when deciding on
a cruise is the destination.
The most recognized cruise
destinations are the Bahamas
or Mexico, but cruises can
also take you to far off places
like Alaska or the Galapagos
Islands.
Also to consider are
“cruises to nowhere,” which
give people a chance to
experience the luxury of a
cruise without needing to
plan on packing for various
locations.
These
cruises
also tend to be shorter, and
significantly cheaper.
As with all vacations, time
and price is a huge factor in
planning a cruise. Fares can
vary between cruise lines
from less than $200, to more
than $5,000.
There are several things
that are involved in the price
of a cruise, whether it is the
level of luxury of the ship, the
location, or even the season.
For instance, a cruise in
November costs about half
as much as a cruise in July,
because of the prime weather
and travel opportunity of
the month. Also, certain
destinations such as the
Bahamas only depart from
certain locations.
This means, depending on
the location, a plane ticket
may need to be factored into
the pricing. Other cruises that
have a longer travel time will
end up having a larger fare as
well.
Setting up a cruise is
pretty easy. A quick Google
search yields a number of
sites that nicely display the
destinations, ships, and prices
based on month.
Websites like cruisecheap.
com provide the information,
and also answer questions
about
general
cruise
experiences.
Others,
such
as
cruisecritics.com,
tabulate
both regular user reviews as
well as professional reviews
of cruise lines and cruise
destinations.
Whether for a luxurious
experience or for a unique
means of travel, cruises offer
a variety of experiences.
Take the time to see what
destinations are available to
you at sea this summer.
carnival-news.com/wp-content
This will sound cheesy,
but my favorite place
to go is back home to
Oakland.
I think my favorite place to visit would have
to be Lake Tulloch. I still remember floating
around for hours with a cool breeze and stiff
drink before swimming back to the barbecue for
burgers and dogs.
-Carrie Fung '12
-Tim Allen ‘12
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Abroad
Locations
Italy
Spain
France
Germany
Japan
Ireland
England
Brazil
Switzerland
Argentina
China
Australia
Mexico
Costa Rica
A European Summer of Study
Mike Eklund
Contributing Writer
Last summer, I had
the privilege of studying at
Franklin College Switzerland
in Lugano, Switzerland. Lugano is in the Italianspeaking region of Switzerland
known as Ticino and it is
an absolutely gorgeous place. It is situated on Lake
Lugano while overlooking
mountains at the foot of the
Alps and is near the border
with Italy, with Milan being
only an hour away. I took a marketing class
when I was there, and that
lasted from 9:30am-12pm. The rest of the day I had
time to hang out with my
friends on the program and
explore Lugano and beyond. We
had
three-day
weekends on the program
as well, so I was able to take
R
omantic
places
to visit
Venice
Bora Bora
Vienna
Maldives
Casablanca
Santorini
Aspen
Paris
Hawaii
Belize
Tahiti
Bruges
Tuscany
Tahiti
Halki
Hvar
Guangxi Province
Nassau, Bahamas
Niagara Falls
Seychelles
Prague
Rio De Janerio
Hua Hin
Mauritius
Corsica
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weekend trips. My friends
from the program and I
visited
Munich, Geneva,
Zurich, Lucerne, and Bern. With Milan being an hour
away I also made two-day
trips with friends during the
week there while I was living
in Lugano. My friends on the program
were from all over the
world be it Brazil, Hungary,
Portugal, Germany, France,
Saudi Arabia as well as the
U.S. My friend from Brazil
was my best friend on the
program, and we are still in
contact to this day.
I plan on visiting him in
Brazil in 2014 for the World
Cup, and if I can get the money
together for the Olympics in
2016 as well.
I made great professional
connections
with
many
people there including a
member of the Royal Saudi
all-free-photos.com
family, a member of the Bin
Laden family, as well as many
others. Overall, it was an amazing
experience and I would do it
again in a heartbeat. Choose the Central Coast
for Certain Romance
Natalie B. Compton
Social Media Coordinator
big-sur-lodging.com/Big-Sur-CaliforniaVisitor-Guide
Escape to fresh-air heaven
and breathe in the romantic
aromas of California’s central
coast.
The Big
Sur
area
of
California
exudes
romance with its magical
coastal
location,
quaint
accommodations,
and
intimate atmosphere. Plan a
summer getaway to spark new
love or rekindle an old one.
Big Sur does not encompass
an exact area of land, but it
encompasses California State
Route 1 from San Simeon to
Carmel.
The central coast is great
for outdoorsy activities to
enjoy with a lover or a friend.
Hike, bike, or lounge around
this picturesque part of
California.
Don’t forget to bring a
sweater; Big Sur temperatures
stay around 50-70 degrees,
even in the summer.
Choose from a number
of unique lodging options
ranging from the affordable to
the exquisite (read pricey).
Strapped for cash? Prefer
a more rustic romantic
rendezvous?
Reserve a campsite in Julia
Pfeiffer Burns State Park at
www.parks.gov or just $30.
This state park includes the
McWay Falls, an 80-foot
waterfall and a Big Sur mustsee.
From the campsite, the
Falls are only a short hike
away. Hike, stroll and soak in
the beautiful seaside scenery.
Only dare to take a dip in
the ocean if you are a polar
bear, as waters are frigid.
Upgrade to a more solid
lodging and book a room at
Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn.
This unique and antiquefilled catch offers a variety
of rooms that fit a range of
budgets.
Reserve the Little Room, a
double bed accommodation
with a shared bathroom, for
about $100 or Edy’s room
that has its own bathroom
and a queen bed for $160.
Deetjen’s is nestled in the
pastoral Castro Canyon, just
down the road from the Julia
Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
Visit www.deetjens.com for
more information on the Inn’s
interesting beginnings and to
reserve a stay.
Break the bank and
reserve a night or two at the
breathtaking Post Ranch Inn.
Nights here start at $750 in
the summer months and are
well worth the price.
Rooms include features
such as fireplaces, indoor tubs,
elaborate breakfast buffets,
and daily guest activities. Take a dip in one of two
cliff-top hot basking pools or
take in the panoramic ocean
view in the infinity pool.
Enjoy
complimentary
activities like whale watching
with mimosas or stargazing
to add to your enchanted
experience.
Visit www.postranchinn.
com for more information on
this utopia.
Whether you cuddle up to
your loved one in a snug tent
or lounge in a lavish suite,
staying in Big Sur is a key
romance catalyst. Be sure to take a drive
up Highway 1 for one lovely
weekend this summer.
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Sacramento: Spend a Day in a True American City
California history.
The old western style
is reflected in the various
museums and tour groups,
which range from horsedrawn carriage to trolley.
The biggest and baddest
piece of history in Old Sac
is the California Railroad
Museum, which will thrill
young and old with its vast
Ruben Dominguez
Sports Editor
More often than not,
Stocktonians
desire
a
memorable
vacation
in
places such as San Francisco,
Los Angeles, Las Vegas, or
Hawaii, but don’t quite have
the budget.
Those people then either
vastly overpay for an
often disappointing
experience
in
those cities or stay
home and die from
boredom.
What most people
forget is that just a
half hour drive north
on I-5 lies the most
underrated city in
the United States of
America: Sacramento, CA.
Sacramento
features
everything a vacationing
visitor could want: rich
history, sophisticated culture,
exquisite cuisine, and topnotch sports, all at a small
price.
Start the day off by going
straight to the heart of the
city: the California State
Capitol Building.
Located on 10th Street
between L and N Street, the
State Capitol is quite possible
the most important building
in California.
In addition to being the
place
where
California’s
lawmakers bring bills into
law, the State Capitol is a
museum. Take a tour through
the State Capitol’s beautiful
halls and learn about the rich
history of California.
Want
more
exciting
history? Step outside the
western doors of the State
Capitol and view the most
gorgeous sight in the state:
a straight view all the way
to Tower Bridge and Old
Sacramento.
Old Sacramento State
Historic Park, known to the
locals as “Old Sac,” is a near
perfectly-preserved piece of
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W
likely set in. No fear! Old Sac
features some of the most
unique and delicious food
stops in Northern California.
The Spud Shack dishes
out French fries prepared in
ways akin to various world
countries (get the Irish.
It’s fries covered in cheese
and bacon). Fanny Anne’s
partners good burgers with
wall decorations that
make TGI Friday’s seem
conservative. Joe’s Crab
Shack may house the
best seafood not made in
a coastal town.
Old Sac also has
numerous
candy
shops, which deliver
massive peanut brittle,
scrumptious soft serve,
and barrels of candy;
literally, there are actual
barrels filled to the brim with
sweets.
Now, there is one restaurant
in Sacramento that absolutely
needs to be visited. On the
corner of 20th and H Streets
(just remember H2O) lies
Nationwide Freezer Meats.
Once a butcher shop,
Nationwide was converted
into a 1950’s-style burger
joint, serving mouthwatering
portions of delicious beef,
enormous steak-cut fries, and
sweet, sweet shakes.
It is not opinion, but
fact: Nationwide Freezer Meats makes the
best burgers ever.”
here
is your
favorite
place to visit?
array of both steam and diesel
engines, historical passenger
and freight cars, and a
massive toy train collection
on the second floor.
Old Sac also features the
California Military Museum
and grand old riverboats,
such as the Delta King.
But, there comes a point
where too much history
becomes a reality.
Thankfully, Old Sac is also
home to some of the most
exotic shops this side of San
Francisco.
Evangeline’s, a massive
novelty shop which carries
everything from bacon BandAids and plastic flamingoes
to samurai swords and books
on famous moments of
flatulence, may be the best
shop in the entire city.
When Halloween rolls
around, Evangeline’s opens
its Costume Mansion, which
takes up both the second and
third stories of the shop.
If, for some reason, this
does not prick up interests,
Old Sac features shops
specializing in socks, puzzles,
Hollywood, sports, and much
more.
After all of this sightseeing, hunger will most
My favorite place is Shibuya
in Tokyo, Japan. It’s the heart of
Tokyo filled with people, boutiques,
eateries, and just amazing culture.
Definitely can’t wait to head back
there!
-Tammy Kim ‘12
It is not opinion, but fact:
Nationwide Freezer Meats
makes the best burgers ever.
It cannot be properly put
into words how astoundingly
succulent the food is there. Go
up to the counter and order a
double with cheese and bacon.
You’re welcome.
If history, cool shops, and
awesome food aren’t appealing
enough, Sacramento also
has some of the area’s most
fascinating culture stops.
Crocker Art Museum, on 216
O Street, features one-of-akind collection or works of
all sizes, shapes, and styles.
Crocker Museum’s Edgar
Payne exhibit lasts until May
6.
From June 2-October 21,
Sacramento native Mel Ramos
will also have an exhibit.
The
Sacramento
Convention Center always
has a big event planned,
while, from May 23-June
17, the Community Center
Theater will be hosting some
Broadway production called
“Wicked.”
Once the day is done, it’s
time to take the family out to
the ballgame.
With the NBA’s Sacramento
Kings finished with the season,
the city focuses its attention
on the Sacramento River Cats,
the premier Triple-A baseball
team in the country.
The Sacramento River
plays a beautiful backdrop to
Raley Field, home of the River
Cats, the top minor league
squad in the Oakland A’s
organization.
The River Cats, which have
turned out such stars as Mark
Bellhorn, Andre Ethier, Carlos
González, and Nick Swisher,
have won seven Pacific Coast
League championships, while
taking home the Triple-A
class title three times, most
recently in 2008.
Sit back, buy some peanuts
and Cracker Jack (and Raley
Field’s awesome tri tip
sandwiches), and watch a
great game, while rooting for
the home team, of course.
Even with a week’s trips to
the capitol city, one still will
not see all Sacramento has to
offer.
From all of the above to
other fun places, such as
Willie’s Hamburgers, Dimple
Records, Sutter’s Fort, the
Land Park and Bing Maloney
Golf Courses, Cesar Chavez
Park, the Sacramento Zoo, and
so much more, Sacramento
has something for people of
all walks of life.
All you have do to is come
see for yourself.
JLFoster Photos
The Gorge Amphitheater
in George,WA. Why?
Live music, friends from
all over the world, and no
buildings in site.
-Eric Bluke ‘13
I absolutely loved traveling through all of
Spain! My favorite city was San Sebastian
because the beaches were breathtaking, hiking
up Monte Urgell to the giant Jesus Statue was
mesmerizing and the Pintxos were so delicious!
-Gianna Sanguinetti ‘13
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Rediscover Unique Los Angeles
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Karla Cortez
Copy Editor
Sunny Los Angeles is a
great travel destination no
matter how long the trip, how
big the budget or the type of
experience you are looking
for-it has it all.
There are not many
places that offer as many
possibilities and experiences,
whether
you’re
in
the
search for culture, art, food,
adventure, music, shopping,
or sightseeing.
The first thing to know
when you visit Los Angeles is
that it is a big city divided into
neighborhoods, each with a
unique history and identity.
Santa Monica, Hollywood,
Downtown, West Hollywood,
Griffith Park, Venice Beach,
and Beverly Hills are some
of the most famous areas of
Los Angeles which offer a
variety of places to visit and
experience.
Also, if you don’t have a
car, plan for having money for
travel, given that beaches and
places like Disneyland and Six
Flags are a drive away from
the city of Los Angeles. Even going from West
Hollywood to Downtown, you
may want to consider the cost
of public transportation.
If you’re not looking for
the surf and tan, or rather
expensive
theme
park
experience and want to see
the city’s culture and nightlife,
you’ll have plenty to do within
Los Angeles itself.
If you plan to do a short
four or five day trip and want
to get the most experiencefilled trip you can, without
taking a huge chunk out of
your bank account, be sure to
plan ahead.
There are concerts, fairs,
festivals, and events of all
kinds going on in Los Angeles
throughout the year.
The Chinese New Year, the
Venice Art Fair, and the LA
Film Festival are some great
options, other than the usual
Disneyland or Universal
Studios visit (although these
offer hundreds of tours,
shops, restaurants, and of
course roller coasters.)
For all of us frugal students,
it is valuable to know that that
there are also plenty of things
to do and places to go around
Los Angeles for free.
There are dozens of
museums that have to do with
Hollywood, art, film, western
history, and culture, and they
are scattered throughout the
city.
Many of these museums
offer discounts or free entry
at certain times or days of the
month.
You
can
also
see
Hollywood’s Walk of Fame,
stroll through the shops at
Chinatown or Olvera Street,
walk the streets of Venice
Beach while watching street
performers and live music, or
have a bonfire at Huntington
Beach with friends.
Los Angeles is an amazing
place where you can find and
meet people from all over the
world and from all walks of
life.
It is a place to expect the
new and original, where you
can get lost in the spontaneity
of a city that always has
something going on.
If you go tomorrow or
sometime this summer, make
sure you have fun and really
enjoy everything that Los
Angeles has to offer.
Luxe Romance In San Francisco
Natalie B. Compton
Social Media Coordinator
San Francisco is rife with
romantic corners to duck into
with a special someone. For
your next date night, trek
to Nobb Hill where you will
find a number of spots for a
tender tryst.
Start your evening with a
stroll through Huntington
Park followed by dinner
at Acquerello. If you are
up for more amour, stop in
to Lumiere Theater for an
independent film.
Begin the night with an
arm in arm walk around
Huntington Park, located
in the heart of Nobb Hill on
California St. and Cushman
St. The picturesque square
of green is sits in front of
the
mosaic-filled Grace
Cathedral. Make your way to
the Fountain of the Tortoises,
a Roman work of art that was
fully restored and illuminated
for all to enjoy.
but has held on to the charm
of its former chapel roots.
The wood-beamed, vaulted
ceiling and soft lighting
create a romantically rustic
atmosphere. The warm
Mediterranean colors and
crystal decanters ooze
Catch a film at Lumiere warm, Tuscan elegance.
as a unique, off-brand
The food is as decadent
as the setting. Acquerello
end to your romantic
has been awarded a
evening.”
Michelin star every year
since 2007. The restaurant
Mosey through the park,
maybe perch on a bench for offers decadent three, four or
a chat before heading over five course meals.
Though most of the options
to Acquerello for an amazing
are succulent cuts of meat
meal.
Named for its original and fish, Acquerello is more
watercolors, Acquerello is a than happy to create equally
choice destination an intimate elegant vegetarian options as
Italian dining experience. The well.
Take this dining experience
22-year-old
establishment
has been recently renovated, a step further by exploring the
“
chef’s tasting menu.
This lavish option features
an array of tastes that are sure
to please any palate.
Add the wine pairing
to complete this beautiful
dinner. For more information,
or to make a reservation, call
415-567-5432.
If you have the energy for
more after your dream of a
meal, venture over to Lumiere
Theatre for a documentary,
independent or foreign film.
This
three-screened
establishment is not your
average multiplex. Lumiere is
more cozy than colossal.
Catch a film at Lumiere as a
unique, off-brand end to your
romantic evening.
For movie times and ticket
information, call 415-2674893.
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