If you have young kids, then you’ve probably been to an arcade that has claw machines filled with plush toys. Recently I attended a media preview at Kawaii Klaws in the Valencia Town Center. The event was hosted by Cynthia Lopez and attended by bloggers, influencers and their families. After I checked in at the desk, I was handed coins to play. But before I got to the machines, I helped myself to some tacos and drinks from Los … [Read more...]
Back-to-School Shopping Guide: Products for Any Age and Stage
Note: I was sent products for inclusion in my back-to-school shopping guide. There are some affiliate links in this article. Parents and students alike are excited (or dreading) back-to-school. Having fun, new items to take to school, read, eat or drink can help take the sting out of it. Even if your child has already started school, it’s not too late to purchase or order these products because they can be used year-round. For the … [Read more...]
Dreamscape: Immerse Yourself in VR Fun!
Looking for something to do with the family before school starts? Why not head to Dreamscape at Westfield Century City for some virtual reality fun? Dreamscape combines new technology, powerful storytelling and the thrill of a theme-park ride, all into one exciting VR experience! Last month, my daughter, her friend, and I visited Dreamscape in Century City to try out Men in Black: First Assignment. We had so much fun with this immersive … [Read more...]
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood
For my family, summer vacation means trips to the beach, staying up late and visiting local theme parks. A few days after my daughter took her last final, we headed over to Universal Studios Hollywood to check out Super Nintendo World, drink some Butterbeer and go on the World-Famous Studio Tour (aka the Universal Studios tram ride). After going through the security screening and turnstiles, we headed straight for Super Nintendo World. The … [Read more...]
Thursday Thoughts: At Home Edition
My last Thursday Thoughts blog post was back on March 5th, when the world was slightly different. We didn't know much about COVID-19 and social distancing to prevent the spread of coronavirus wasn't a "thing" yet. Times are different, so I thought I'd write another Thursday Thoughts post but an "At Home" edition. While quarantine rules and face mask ordinances differ from state to state (and even county to county), in general, people I know … [Read more...]
Universal CityWalk Reopened: What to Expect
Universal CityWalk has reopened for tourists and locals alike. Yesterday, I ventured out with my family to check it out. Here’s what you can expect! Parking We got there right when Universal CityWalk opened. Parking was super easy (since there were very little cars) and also FREE! Yes, you read that correctly, self-parking is complimentary during CityWalk’s reopening phase. Take note that valet parking is not available at this time. … [Read more...]
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