Only about 45 minutes from Los Angeles, this is a great quick campground for a one night escape from the city.

Malibu's Point Dume Beach has got to be my favorite all time beach. Its a great place to get away from the city and leave your troubles behind. The beach mostly is a private, but you will definitely find beautiful seals and surfers.

Authentic southern Italian thin-crust pizzas. My favorite is the scrumptious Santo Stefano.

The LA Opera at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Grand Street in downtown LA is a must during the fall and holiday season when they have a solid lineup of opera and ballet. Very inspiring. 

Buche and cabeza the best.