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What on earth have I been doing living in California for almost a decade without making it to Huntington Beach @surfcityusa?! I am genuinely embarrassed it took me this long because I am now OBSESSED. I truly felt like I was on a full vacation, and honestly, that’s exactly what it was.

Whether you’re 90 minutes away like I was, or flying in from across the country, this is THE spot for the best beach vacay, surf culture, and ocean vibes. It’s literally called Surf City USA for a reason, people!

Swipe through for all the details on everywhere I dined and everything I experienced.

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The rooms at @paseahotel were STUNNING

The views from the balcony at @paseahotel are just endless ocean as far as the eye can see.

Getting ready for a beach day at @paseahotel

Relaxing in the sand… the beaches are sooo wide and the sand is so perfect, and because they’re so huge, it never feels too crowded, and you can always find a great spot to stretch out and relax.

Relaxing in the sand… the beaches are sooo wide and the sand is so perfect, and because they’re so huge, it never feels too crowded, and you can always find a great spot to stretch out and relax.

Lunch at Jolie and the Belle was outstanding. This unique preparation of spicy tuna crispy rice might be my favorite ever.

This crabcake at Jolie and the Belle was sooooo good.

Still drooling over this ube cheesecake at Jolie and the Belle

Peaceful Morning yoga on the beach with @yogaonthebeachhuntingtonbeach

Breakfast and a delicious coffee at @1oz_coffee

Lunch at the incredible @nardoitalian – voted one of the top 50 pizza restaurants in the US

Lunch at the incredible @nardoitalian – voted one of the top 50 pizza restaurants in the US

I had a blast riding this beach cruiser up and down the beachfront path. I rented the bike from @wheelfunrentals

I’m on a boat! I had a leisurely and relaxing boat ride, with some yummy wine, of course, through Huntington Harbor, thanks to @princechartershb

Omg Surf City Nights farmer’s market and street festival was SO fun! Tons of live music and so many delicious food options! This might have been the best tamale I’ve ever had!

The food and cocktails at Li