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Arrowhead Pine Rose Cabins 🌹 📍 Location 25994 CA-189, Twin Peaks, CA 92391 Hidden in the peaceful San Bernardino mountains, just a short drive from Lake Arrowhead! 🏡 Cabin Types ●1-bedroom cozy cabins for couples ●Family-sized lodges with multiple bedrooms ●Private cabins with forest views ✨ Amenities ●Full kitchens & BBQ grills ●Fireplaces & private decks ●Free Wi-Fi & cable TV ●Outdoor seasonal swimming pool ●On-site hiking trails & garden areas 💒 Special Features ●Dreamy venue for weddings & family events ●Pet-friendly options available ●Instagram-worthy rustic vibes ●Peaceful forest setting with fresh mountain air 🌟 Why You’ll Love It ●Quiet and cozy — perfect for unplugging ●Super family-friendly ●Close to Lake Arrowhead Village (shopping + food!) ●Friendly staff and clean, well-kept cabins _______________ We stayed in Cabin #4 (Outpost) for a Sunday night and paid around $200 — such a great deal compared to weekend rates! With 2 bedrooms and a full kitchen, it was perfect for cooking and relaxing like home. The best part? It was right in front of the pool and hot tub — so convenient for a quick dip anytime! Across the cabin we stayed, there is a charming area for small outdoor weddings and even a peaceful stream running through the grounds. Only about 1.5 hours from LA, it's closer than Big Bear and way more quiet — the perfect nature retreat for rest & reset. 🌿✨ 우리는 **4번 캐빈(Outpost)**에서 일요일 1박을 했는데 가격은 약 $200! 주말보다 저렴해서 만족했어요. 방 2개에 풀 키친이라 집처럼 편하게 요리해서 먹을 수 있었고요. 가장 좋았던 건 바로 앞에 수영장이랑 자쿠지가 있어서 언제든지 편하게 놀 수 있었던 점! 맞은편에는 야외 스몰 웨딩 공간도 있고, 시냇물도 흐르면서 자연 속 힐링이 가득한 분위기였어요. LA에서 1시간 반 거리인데 빅베어보다 가깝고 조용해서 평화롭게 쉬기 딱 좋은 곳이에요.🍃 . . . @arrowheadpinerose #familytravel #weekendgetaway #cabinlife #californiatravel #southerncalifornia #natureescape #travelwithkids #staycation #getoutside #mountainretreat #familyvacation #explorecalifornia #roadtripvibes #cozycabin 📽These photos and videos were taken during our visit on 4/13-14
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🐰 Boba Bunny – Torrance, CA 📍 Address: 1790 W Carson St, Ste B, Torrance, CA 90501 🅿️ Parking: Ample free parking available in the plaza lot. 🕒 Hours: Monday–Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 10 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 10 PM 🍹 Popular Menu Items ●Brown Sugar Boba Milk – Served in a limited edition boba bear reusable cup. ●House Bunny Milk Tea – Signature milk tea with customizable sweetness levels. ●Pistachio Matcha Latte – Matcha latte topped with creamy pistachio foam and chocolate drizzle. ●Strawberry Snow Bunny – A refreshing blended fruit smoothie. ●Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Shaved Ice – Shaved ice topped with pistachio ice cream, fresh strawberries, and house special pistachio cream. ●Oreo Bear Shaved Ice – Shaved ice served with chocolate sauce. ●Jiggling Animal Jellos – Adorable cat-shaped jellies in various flavors like taro, coconut, and chocolate. __________________ Boba Bunny is the cutest pink café ever! 🩷 I got the Oolong Milk Tea in their signature bear cup—so adorable I had to take it home as decor 🐻. The tea had a deep oolong aroma and smooth creamy finish. The Strawberry Mochi Shaved Ice was soft, sweet, and topped with the cutest bunny pudding! 🍓 Plus, there’s plenty of parking which made the whole visit super easy and fun! 🚗 Boba Bunny는 핑크핑크한 아기자기함이 가득한 카페였어요! 💖 우롱 밀크티를 곰돌이 컵에 오더 해서 마셨는데, 너무 귀여워서 집에 데코로 가져왔어요 ✨ 밀크티는 향이 깊고 부드러워서 정말 맛있었어요. Strawberry Mochi Shaved Ice는 토끼 푸딩이 올라가 있어서 비주얼 완벽! ❄️ 주차도 넉넉해서 아이랑 함께 가기 딱 좋은 곳이에요 🚙 . . . @bobabunnytorranceca #boba #bobatea #milktea #bobalover #dessert #dessertlover #lafoodie #laeats #losangelesfoodie #losangelesfood #torrancefoodie #torranceeats #foodie #foodstagram #instafood
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🏞Multnomah Falls - located approximately 30 miles east of downtown Portland along the Historic Columbia River Highway, is Oregon's tallest waterfall at 620 feet. This iconic two-tiered cascade attracts over 2 million visitors annually and is accessible year-round. 📍 Address 53000 E Historic Columbia River Hwy Bridal Veil, OR 97010​ 🚗 Parking & Reservations ●Main Parking: Located at I-84 Exit 31. This lot is free but fills up quickly ●Timed Use Permits: Required daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. between May 26 and September 1, 2025, for access via Exit 31. It can be reserved at Recreation.gov. ●Alternate Parking: A paid lot is available along the Historic Columbia River Highway (Exit 35) 🕒 Operating Hours ●Falls & Trails: Open year-round for day use. ●Visitor Center & Lodge: Open daily, offering a restaurant, espresso stand, gift shop, and accessible restrooms .​ 🥾 Hiking Trails ●Benson Bridge: A short, paved trail leads to this iconic bridge, offering a close-up view 105 feet above the lower cascade. ●Top of the Falls: A 1.2-mile trail with 11 switchbacks ascends to the top, providing panoramic views of the Columbia Gorge. ●Extended Hikes: Trails connect to a 5.4-mile loop leading to other waterfalls like Wahkeena Falls and Bridal Veil Falls . ______________________ Only 30 minutes from downtown Portland—this place is a total escape!⛰️ We had no trouble parking early and enjoyed breakfast with an epic waterfall view at the lodge☕ A bit chilly, so walking the trail with hot cocoa in hand felt like a cozy adventure. The short trail to Benson Bridge was perfect for our 6-year-old—super doable for families!‍‍‍ Absolutely stunning scenery + the fun fact that Twilight was filmed here made it even more magical! 포틀랜드 다운타운에서 30분이면 도착하는 완벽한 관광 스팟!🚗 일찍 도착하니 주차도 수월했고, 폭포뷰 보면서 먹는 롯지 조식은 정말 힐링 그 자체였어요🥞 조금 쌀쌀해서 코코아 한 잔 들고 걷는 트레일은 진짜 감성 그 자체였고요. 6살 아이랑도 무리 없이 벤슨 브릿지까지 갈 수 있어서 가족 여행 코스로도 추천해요!‍‍‍ 자연이 주는 멋진 풍경에 트와일라잇 영화 촬영지라는 스토리까지 완벽했던 곳! . . . #travelgram #naturelovers #waterfall #hikingadventures #beautifuldestinations #travelphotography #exploremore #wanderlust #getoutside #mountainlife #adventureawaits #naturephotography #traveloregon #familytravel
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📚 Powell's City of Books – Portland's Literary Landmark Powell's City of Books is the world's largest independent bookstore, occupying an entire city block in Portland's Pearl District. With over a million new and used books, it's a haven for book lovers and a must-visit destination in Portland. 📍 Address & Hours ●Address: 1005 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209 ●Store Hours: Open daily, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM 🚗 Parking Options ●Street Parking: Metered at $2.40/hour, available 8 AM – 7 PM (Mon–Sat) and 1 PM – 7 PM (Sun). ●Brewery Blocks Parking Garage: Located at 114 NW 13th Ave, approximately a 4-minute walk to Powell's. 🛍️ Merchandise & Gifts ●Apparel: T-shirts, hoodies, and kids' clothing ●Accessories: Hats, totes, magnets ●Drinkware: Mugs, glassware, Nalgene bottles 📖 Book Organization ●Orange Room: Best-sellers, journals, cooking, gardening, humor, movies & TV, music, new arrivals ●Rose Room: Young adult and children's books ●Rare Book Room: Located on the third floor, featuring rare and collectible books With over 3,000 sections, Powell's covers nearly every imaginable subject, making it easy to find books on any topic. 🌟 Unique Features ●Café: A cozy spot to relax with coffee, sandwiches, and pastries. ●Free Wi-Fi & Charging Stations: Stay connected while you browse. ●Events: Regular author readings, signings, and book festivals. ●Book Buying: Sell your used books daily from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the book-buying counter. __________________________ Stepping into Powell’s City of Books feels like entering a book lover’s paradise!✨ The scale of the store is absolutely jaw-dropping — it’s like a city of books for real! I was obsessed with their adorable merch (those tote bags and mugs? too cute!). The children’s section was beautifully organized and full of vibrant titles — perfect for little readers. We could’ve easily spent hours here just browsing and soaking in the literary magic! Powell’s City of Books는 진짜 책러버들의 천국 같은 곳이었어요!📗 규모가 엄청 커서 딱 들어가는 순간부터 압도 당했어요. 굿즈들도 하나같이 너무 귀엽고 센스 넘쳐서 그냥 지나치기 힘들더라고요! 아이들 책 섹션도 넓고 잘 정리되어 있어서 가족 단위 방문에도 딱이에요. 시간 가는 줄 모르고 구경했어요, 또 가고 싶을 정도로 매력적인 공간이었어요! . . . @powellsbooks #bookstore
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🧸 Wawa Claw – Torrance, CA 📍 Address: 21557 S Western Ave, Unit C, Torrance, CA 90501 🅿️ Parking: Ample free parking available on-site 🕒 Hours: Monday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM 🎮 Token Deals Each game costs 1 token per play. They offer several token packages: $10 – 10 tokens $20 – 22 tokens $30 – 35 tokens $50 – 60 tokens $100 – 130 tokens The more you spend, the better the deal! 🧸 Plush Toy Selection Wawa Claw features a wide variety of plush toys, including: Popular characters like Sanrio, Pokémon, and Disney Seasonal and limited-edition plushies Rare finds such as the Labubu plush They regularly update their selection, so there's always something new to win! 🎉 Party Packages Planning a celebration? Wawa Claw offers party packages: - $350 Package: 2-hour use of party area + 300 tokens - $500 Package: 2-hour use of party area + 600 tokens - $650 Package: 2-hour use of party area + 800 tokens Features include: - No guest count limitations - Access to party area and patio with tables and benches - Bring your own food and decorations - Prize redemption options: trade in plushies for bigger prizes or accumulate points for future visits Perfect for birthdays, company events, or casual get-togethers! Whether you're a claw machine enthusiast or looking for a fun family activity, Wawa Claw in Torrance offers an enjoyable experience with opportunities to win adorable plush toys! _____________________ We swapped $50 for tokens and had the best time ever as a family! It was me, my husband, and our son — and we seriously got hooked. We walked away with 8 adorable plushies & keychains, including the cutest Labubu! There was such a great variety, and the place is super clean and organized. Loved how spacious the parking was — no hassle, just fun. Perfect spot for a chill family outing ✨If you’re a claw machine lover, this place is a must!✨ 가족이랑 $50 토큰 바꿔서 시간 가는 줄 모르고 진짜 푹~ 빠져 놀았어요! 남편, 아들, 나 이렇게 셋이서 열정적으로 뽑기 도전해서 인형이랑 키링 포함 총 8개 겟! 귀여운 Labubu도 뽑고, 종류도 다양해서 취향대로 골라잡는 재미가 쏠쏠했어요. 공간도 넓고 깔끔해서 아이랑 놀기 너무 좋았고, 주차장 널널해서 스트레스 1도 없었어요! 가족끼리 소소하게 힐링하고 싶을 때 딱 좋은 곳! 인형 덕후라면 무조건 가봐야 할 곳🥰 . . . @wawa_claw #clawmachine #plushieaddict
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[Voodoo Doughnut🍩] 📍 Address 22 SW 3rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97204 Located in the heart of Old Town Chinatown 🚗 Street parking 🍩 Popular Menu Items Voodoo Doughnut offers over 40 unique flavors, including more than 10 vegan options. Some fan favorites include:​ ●Voodoo Doll: A raised yeast doughnut filled with raspberry jelly, topped with chocolate frosting and a pretzel stake. ​ ●Bacon Maple Bar: A sweet and savory combination of maple frosting topped with crispy bacon strips. ​ ●Portland Cream: Filled with Bavarian cream and topped with chocolate and two icing eyes, representing the vision of Portland. ​ ●Old Dirty Bastard: A decadent treat with chocolate frosting, crushed Oreos, and peanut butter drizzle. ​ ●The Loop: A colorful doughnut covered in Froot Loops cereal, perfect for a fun breakfast or snack. ​ 🎁 Merchandise ●Pink Coffee Mugs: Featuring the Voodoo Doughnut logo with a hole through the middle.​ ●Beanies and T-Shirts: Emblazoned with quirky designs and slogans.​ ●Keychains and Stickers: Great souvenirs to remember your visit _________________________ This pink storefront and its iconic pink doughnut box instantly caught my eye! With so many wild and whimsical flavors, just browsing the display was a treat itself. I tried the Portland Cream, Dirt, and Maple Cream — and while they were all delicious, the Maple Cream totally stole my heart. It had the perfect balance of rich maple sweetness and airy, melt-in-your-mouth dough. A sugary dream come true in the heart of Portland! ✨🍩 핑크색 외관과 시그니처 핑크 도넛박스부터 시선을 확 사로잡았어요! 도넛 종류가 너무 다양해서 구경만 해도 시간 가는 줄 몰랐고요. Portland Cream, Dirt, Maple Cream을 먹어봤는데 전부 다 맛있었지만 제 최애는 단연 메이플크림! 진한 메이플 시럽의 풍미에 폭신한 도넛 식감이 어우러져 정말 환상적인 조합이었어요. 달콤한 포틀랜드 여행의 하이라이트였답니다! 도넛은 사랑 🎀 . . . @voodoodoughnut #portland #portlandoregon #donuts #doughnut #dessert #sweettreats #foodie #instafood #foodstagram #foodlover #traveloregon #foodphotography #breakfast #yum #sweettooth
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📍Figat7th, Downtown LA 🧭735 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017 . . . 🔍3 level open air shopping center 🚙Parking $1-$4 for 3 hours with validation 🛍Target, Zara, H&M, Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, MAC cosmetics, Nordstrom Rack, Sephora, etc 🍽Food Court : Coco fresh tea, Five guys, Sbarro, etc 🍽CPK, Mendocino farms, Morton’s the Steakhouse, etc 🏋‍♂️Gold’s Gym 🍇Farmer’s Market : Every Thursday 10am-2pm . . It’s huge and has anything you would need. It offers a wide range of stores and amenities. Plenty of restaurants to try. 타겟이나 자라 들릴일 잇을때 가는 쇼핑몰 😊 주차가 지하로 뺑글 들어가는 구조라 살짝 복잡하지만, 파킹랏이 워낙 커서 주차 못찾을 걱정은 노노! 파킹 발리데이션 꼭 받으세요 🙋‍♀️ 우리?가 좋아하는 상점들만 모아둔곳이라고 할까나 💟 🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️ Follow 🔜 @especially.elly for more food/coffee guide and date ideas in LA & OC, beyond! 🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️🔸️🔹️ . . . @figat7th @hm #figat7th #downtownla #dtla #LA #losangeles #repost
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