Destination: Laguna Beach, California

Southern California premier coastal destination, Laguna Beach is one of Orange County’s hidden gems, located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. A place where visitors can explore sea caves, tide pools, ocean side bluffs, natural tide pools and of course, sandy beaches, all within city limits. From world-renowned mountain biking trails for all levels of expertise, hundreds of miles of hiking, dramatic vistas, verdant hills and marine sanctuaries, there’s no limit of new places to discover during a visit to Laguna Beach.

Travel Buddy: Swimwear designer and content creator Vanessa, born in Brazil but a true world citizen. When she’s not travelling the world with her husband, you can find her tanning up in Laguna beach & grabbing coffees in the most cute and local coffee shops in town. Her Instagram will take you all over the word and make you feel in a forever summer state of mind.

Who is this destination best suited for? Travelers around theirs 30 or more, who knows how to enjoy a chill coastal vibe and one of the best sunsets in the world.

When is best to go? Coming from a convict summer lover, the best months to visit are, of course, during summer. But to avoid excessive crowds, June and September are the best months. Still warm enough to go to the beach but way more chill to find your spot under the sun.

What Beach Bums piece to pack? Tobaco Cays Reversible Bikini followed by The Club Tropicana Shirt (Mens wear but honestly super stylish to throw over your bikini head straight from the beach to a sunset in a bar)

Tell us about an unforgettable experience? A walk on main’s beach boardwalk during sunset.

The best restaurant: The Deck Laguna Beach

The best beach: Crescent Bay Beach

 What souvenir to get? A local hoodie.

If you like Laguna Beach, you will probably also like: San Diego, Newport Beach.

Always in my luggage: Tons of swimwear, a good sunscreen and a pair of flipflops. A total beach girl, as you can see.

Top 3 other destinations: Bali, Rio de Janeiro and Holbox.

Reading/listening to in your sun lounge? Bossa Nova Covers on Spotify.

Life hacks to feel confident in a swimsuit: Pulling up the side of the bottom of your bikini (making it look like a V shape)  will accentuate your curves, slim your waist and make your booty more round ;)

Morning dip or night swim? 100% MORNING DEEP.

Life motto: What you think you attract, what you believe becomes your reality.

Next on your bucket list? Morocco.