Read MoreThere are no cars, there is no electricity, no water (except in Santa Cruz campground). No cell service. No Netflix, no Starbucks, 7-11, Amazon or Uber. You are on your own, completely. Which is both awesome and, well, a bit unnerving at times - depending on which island you go to. Preparation and self reliance is a must when visiting.
Seems about the perfect place to turn another decade older….
Santa Monica Pier
Read MoreWord to the wise - GO EARLY!!!! Take advantage of the fact that nobody around here gets up early to do anything, because by about 1-2pm you will find it hard to maneuver about.
Honestly, this advice works for everything in Los Angeles. Early is ALWAYS better!
Venice Beach, CA
Read MoreEverything from surfing, volleyball, basketball, hand ball, tennis, skateboarding and weightlifting are all along the boardwalk. You can even rent bikes and take a ride on over to Santa Monica, if you wanted to.