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My first newsletter + exploring Carmel & Big Sur!

Published 5 months ago • 1 min read

Hi all,

I’m so excited to be sending out my first newsletter! I started this blog over four and a half years ago, so it is long overdue.

(Don’t worry, I won’t be spamming your inbox – I’ll just pop in from time to time to connect.)

Some of you signed up for my newsletter quite a while ago (thank you!). So if you’re wondering who I am, I’d like to re-introduce myself – hi, I’m Kyra!

I’m a California native and travel writer. Having lived in the Bay Area, San Diego, and now Los Angeles, I primarily focus on creating travel guides and itineraries focused on the Golden State. That said, you can find posts on destinations beyond California on my site!

I didn’t travel too far in 2024…I was too busy planning a wedding (and getting married). BUT my now-husband and I went up to Carmel-by-the-Sea for our mini moon.

We stayed at the cutest boutique hotel – if you’re all in for the coastal grandma trend, this will be RIGHT up your alley. We had a lovely few days exploring the charming town of Carmel, eating at some incredible restaurants (HIGHLY recommend Cultura Comida y Bebida), and enjoying the natural beauty of Point Lobos. We also spent a day in Big Sur (one of my favorite places in the state!).

If you’ve been thinking of visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur (or just want a bit of California travel inspiration!), I have plenty of new posts up on the blog, including:

Have a nice weekend!

Kyra, Sea to Sequoia​

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Sea to Sequoia

Kyra | California Travel Blogger

California native based in sunny Los Angeles sharing hyper-detailed itineraries, travel recommendations, and must-visit destinations in the Golden State & beyond!

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