The city of Costa Mesa is located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. It has the best food, arts and entertainment in all of Orange County.
Are Annual Fees Worth It?

Many credit cards that earn rewards have an annual fee. Don't let that scare you as the fee is typically worth it. Learn more how to figure it out!
Transitioning from 2018 to 2019

As I look back on 2018, I wonder where the year went! 2018 passed quicker than 2017. This year was definitely an off-year for me and the blog and I certainly didn’t get as much done as I wanted to get done. Life threw me several curveballs which I’ll touch on later in this...
A Day at the OC Fair

Summer is here and that means it’s fair season! Any day at a county fair usually consists of going on a few rides, indulging in the fried foods, listening to some music, and perhaps checking out some livestock or salivating over baked goods. A day at the Orange County (OC) Fair is no exception,...
What to do in Park City in the Summer

While Park City has excellent winter activities like skiing and snowboarding, there is so much Park City offers for the summer months. From zip-lining and mountain biking to golfing and shopping, there is something for everyone in Park City. Nestled in a valley of the Wasatch Mountains, there are beautiful sights from anywhere. The...
Is Basic Economy Worth it?

What the airlines marketed as a “no frills, you only pay for what you need ticket”, basic economy is nothing more than a money grab by airlines. Air fare didn’t go down. Instead, the cheapest fares became basic economy and higher fares became regular (traditional) economy tickets. Despite that, there may be flights (and...