A Relaxing Escape to Coronado: A Local Staycation Meets a Parent's Visit to San Diego

Whether you're a local looking for a coastal staycation or a visitor coming to San Diego, Coronado offers that perfect blend of laid-back charm and upscale relaxation. Nestled just across the bay from downtown, this sun-soaked area is full of walkable streets, great food, gorgeous sunsets, and just the right amount of luxury.
One of the best ways to experience Coronado is by staying at Loews Coronado Bay Resort, a serene property tucked away on its own private peninsula. It offers everything you need to park your car and forget it while still being just minutes away from all the action in downtown Coronado! I recently visited my daughter who has lived in the San Diego area for the past year, and I got a few tips from her on things to do in the area and I'm passing them on to you! So take notes and get ready for an incredible trip!

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What it Was Like Being Cast and Filming My First Commercial

When I think about some of the unexpected adventures my work has brought me, filming my very first commercial easily makes the top of the list. If you'd told me even a year ago that I'd be on set, sharing a "stage" with a famous actor, working with a director, learning phrases like "call time" and "craft services", I probably would have laughed. But I've learned time and time again, saying "yes" to new things has a way of opening doors you didn't even know were there.
I have gotten so many questions about my experience, so I thought I'd share what it was really like to be cast in and film my first commercial, from the casting process, to the filming, and even some of the unexpected after when the commercial was airing. I hope you'll come along on the ride!

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The Perfect Weekend in Pasadena, California

I was recently cast in my very first commercial and naturally it was filming in Los Angeles. I say this like this is some every day occurrence, but friends, it is not. But it did take me to LA for a mini trip and I was left with more time on my hands to explore than I was anticipating. And explore I did! When people think of LA they often think of Hollywood, Santa Monica, or maybe even Disneyland. But I found that Pasadena is a destination in its own right. With its charming Old Pasadena district, world-class dining, cultural attractions and basic proximity to all the major LA hot spots, Pasadena makes a great home base for your Southern California adventures! I've got some tips to make the most of your visit.

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