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Christmas inspo board for those living in Los Angeles!
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items I love Christmas! It's my favorite time of the year. These are just a few ways I enjoy Christmas living in Los Angeles and a few new things I am excited to try for the first time.
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Movies
Christmas Activities
Fun Shopping Spots
Holiday Drink Ideas
Coffee Shops Perfect For The Season
Self-love and Self-care
Movies
All my favorite Christmas movies to watch!
This is one of my all-time favorite Christmas movies, which I've been watching since I was a kid! I truly never get tired of it. It's so good.😍😍😍
The Santa Clause
I love watching all the Santa Claus movies during Christmas time!
The Santa Clause 2
I highly recommend having a little marathon and watching all the Santa Claus movies! Once you're finished you can also watch the show.
The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
The Grinch is always a must during the Christmas season! Sometimes more than once.
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas
I love Christmas movies, even the really cheesy ones. I spotted this one on Amazon Prime Video and had to watch it since I love Leighton Meester. It did not disappoint. I was cracking up the entire time. If you’d like to watch it, use my link to try ...
EXmas
Every year, I add new Christmas movies to my watch list. I just love how many come out! Even the cheesy ones. This is a new find and I definitely enjoyed it. If you're looking for a new movie to watch and to get in the magical spirit of Christmas I r...
Hotel For the Holiday
Christmas Activities
All the exciting holiday events happening in LA.
I personally love Santa Monica Beach! It's one of my favorites. My inner child thrives here. I've never visited them for the holidays before but I am looking forward to attending some of the events they're hosting this year.
Holiday Cheer on the Pier — Santa Monica Pier
Stop at The Americana to write a letter to Santa! This sounds like such a fun idea.
Letters to Santa
The Americana is truly extra magical this time of year! They're also having nightly snowfall. Make sure to check out the schedule before heading over.
Nightly Snowfall
Go on a festive ride on the Griffith Park Trains! I’ve never been during the holiday season but I am excited to check it out. I love Christmas lights so much.
Griffith Park Train Rides
I love Street Food Cinema! I usually go to their movie nights in the summertime. But, I am excited to go to their Christmas event this year.
Street Food Cinema
I haven't been to the WB tour yet but I've been desiring to go for a while. I am so excited for this check it out this year!
Holidays Made Here Dec. 18, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 - Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
I discovered this place after searching for pumpkin patches that did not have petting zoos. While, I didn't get a chance to visit then I am excited to possibly check it out during Christmas time!
Buy Tickets Here – Winter Wonderland ❄️ – The El Dorado Frontier, El Dorado East Regional Park, Long Beach
Plan a day to go to Disneyland! My inner child loves it here and I feel it's extra special during the holidays.
Holiday & Christmas Celebrations at the Disneyland Resort
Fun Shopping Spots
My favorite places to shop during the holidays.
I actually used to work at the Century City mall before its big transformation. I love it there especially during the holidays! They really go all out and it's such a fun shopping experience.
Century City Mall!
Get some shopping done at The Americana during the holidays and make sure to hop on the trolley! It's truly a magical experience this time of year.
Americana at Brand
Holiday Drink Ideas
Some of my favorite drinks and add ons during this time of year to get me in the vibe.
One of my new favorites during the holiday season! I love drinking iced almond milk peppermint mochas during Christmas time, and this is a great addition to my morning coffee.
Califia Farms Peppermint Mocha Almond Creamer
This is my go-to vegan eggnog! I've been drinking it for a few years now.
Califia Farms Almond Milk Holiday Nog 48oz
I just tried this for the first time after drinking mainly the Starbucks brand. I loved it! It's so smooth. This may be my go-to from now on, as I truly love to support fully vegan brands. I also find these to be great for travel. Many grocery stores...
Califia Farms Pure Black Blonde Roast Cold Brew Coffee - 48 fl oz
I love peppermint mochas during the holiday season! I spotted this at Sprouts and wanted something while I was on the go. The protein sold me. It was delicious. It's def. chocolatey so I couldn't finish it all at once. But, I'll def. be buying it aga...
Protein Peppermint Dark Chocolate
This is the cider we get for birthdays, holidays, and celebrations. It's my favorite and tastes delicious.
Martinelli's Gold Medal Sparkling Cider - 25.4 fl oz Glass Bottle
This is one of my favorite hot chocolates! Plus, it's pretty easy and quick to make. I love drinks that have sea salt and yes it’s a vegan-friendly powder.
Sea Salt Caramel Hot Cocoa Mix - 8oz - Good & Gather™
The best vegan marshmallows! They're beyond delicious and great for your hot chocolate during the holidays.
Dandies Mini Vegan Marshmallows, No Artificial
I love whipped cream for my hot chocolate! I've used this brand for years now and I swear by it. It's beyond delicious.
Frozen vegan whipped cream topping
Coffee Shops Perfect For The Season
A few coffee shops to celebrate with.
Coffee Commissary has been one of my favorite coffee shops over the past few years. They have many locations but I remember going to this location during the holiday season a few years ago and it was such a vibe! I recommend it.
Glendale Location - Coffee Commissary
Capital One is offering $3 drinks on Wednesdays during specific hrs. It's a great spot to get some work done, have a solo date, or snag a drink before some holiday shopping. Make sure to hit the link for full details.
Winter Wednesdays
Enjoy friendsgiving at Capital One! There will be giveaways and you can sign up to get a complimentary drink.
Friendsgiving
Self-love and Self-care
Don't forget to pause and take time for yourself! Here are a few easy ways to do just that.
A quick 10-minute gratitude meditation will 100% help boost your mood and energy. There are numerous studies done on the benefits of gratitude. Feel free to subscribe for more and let me know how it goes for you in the comments.
10 minute gratitude meditation to raise your vibration frequency and manifest now! #gratitude
My vibration and energy used to be suffering and I had a terrible relationship with myself. Inside this video, I share with you how I've been able to raise my vibration and break free from this for good.
How to love yourself and raise your vibration permanently! #selflove #raiseyourvibration
I love listening to jazz music on this YouTube channel! It always relaxes me. The best part is no mid-roll ads.
Chill Jazz Station
Check out my Pinterest board filled with ideas for how you can add self-care into your life!
Self care ideas for women
Book a massage and have some time for yourself! I've only been here once, but it made such a lasting impression on me that I still think about it and have recommended it to others. It is a super vibey spa, and I love the entire experience. You can bo...
Squeeze Massage
I love Recess! The strawberry rose is my flavor and I can't get enough.
Recess : Beverages
I absolutely love the ESW beauty masks! This particular one helps detoxify and freshen my skin. My face started glowing and I felt refreshed instantly. I always feel so good after these face masks.
Deep Detox Pore Control Raw Juice Mask
Love, love, love this eye mask! It’s my go-to and it’s great for you if you'd like support with your dark circles.
Iced Chai Latte Energizing & Firming Eye Patches
These are great eye patches to keep your eyes looking fresh! I love ESW Beauty and highly recommend them. It's also a women-run business which I love.
Strawberry Matcha Latte Depuffing & Hydrating Eye Patches
I love these bath salts! They work Magic on your body. I feel calmer and relaxed instantly.
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Magnesium Soak - Soothe & Sleep with Lavender - 7 lbs
I love taking baths to relax my muscles, refresh, reset, boost my mood and love on myself. I love Dr.Teals bath products. My body always feels really good right after using it.
Dr Teal's Sleep Foaming Bath with Melatonin & Essential Oils - 34 fl oz
If you're looking to give your face a glow. This face mask is a must-try! My skin felt like it got an instant lift.
Matcha Almond Milk Radiance Plant-Based Milk Mask
This face mask definitely gives the best glow just like it says! If you're ready for your skin to feel smooth and radiant this is the mask I would use.
Spiced Glow Restoring Raw Juice Mask
This definitely works! I even used it once while on my period. My skin was feeling very dry. After using it, my skin felt great again; it helped moisturize it, and helped it feel soft and smooth. This is one of my favorites that I’ll be buying on rep...
Blueberry Coconut Milk Firming Plant-Based Milk Mask
I am obsessed with this face mask!!! It helped moisturizer my face and left it feeling soft and refreshed. I 100% recommend it.
Coco Lime Mojito Clarifying Biocellulose Mocktail Mask
Apps To Use To Get Money Back!
A few apps I enjoy that reward me with money.
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inKind
I love Rakuten! All you have to do is join and get cash back on things you're already buying. I mean why wouldn't you want to get money back for something you're already going to purchase? I love fun, easy ways money can come to me without doing anyt...
Rakuten