Talking in my twenties
Last year I wrote one of my most honest posts on Opening Up About Mental Health on my blog. I really appreciated the warm reception I received from those who read it. I am not sure what I was expecting if I'm honest, but I do know that it felt good to talk about it [...]
One thing in my 20's that I have been trying to take advantage of is how easy it is to fly around Europe from London (at least this was the case pre-Brexit). In just two to three hours with a ticket costing you under 100 (sometimes even 50 pounds) you can find yourself in a [...]
It's happening. The vlogs are in full swing. It's Thursday which means it's almost the weekend! Maybe you're treating yourself to an early glass of wine or if you're sticking out dry January you can join in on the fun by watching my wine tasting in SLO vlog below! https://youtu.be/mWUN8aAb5ts I hope you enjoy the [...]
Dear 2010's, We've had many fun memories along the way, Ones that have really shaped me to be who am I today, 2010 - you were great, I celebrated my sweet 16 with all of my mates, 2011 - The year of the rave, But oh - how we misbehaved! 2012 - The Olympics came [...]
Five jam packed weeks had passed since we first arrived in New York. Throughout those five weeks my boyfriend and I had a trip of a lifetime driving around California, wine tasting until our hearts were content, taking wonderful hikes and exploring many, many beaches. We had seen a lot and were running low on [...]
120 miles away from Los Angeles, lies the birthplace of California - San Diego. With an average weather of 21 Degrees Celsius (70 Degrees Fahrenheit), it's the perfect weather for exploring it's 70 miles of shoreline…. That's right, even more stretches of white sandy beaches! The city is also home to a large active naval [...]
In a town not so far away from Los Angeles, there is a place that exudes relaxation. Looking for a couple night's romantic getaway? Look no further…from hot springs, stylish hotels, golf courses and spas, Palm Springs is the place to rid you from all of your worries. The Basics When: July 2018 Where: Palm [...]
The 101 was soon becoming our best friend as my boyfriend and I were once again on the highway driving back to LA. When initially planning this trip, I assumed that I would love Los Angeles and would want to spend day after day at it's golden beaches, exploring the famous city on this road [...]
With 40 miles of coastline, it's no wonder that many TV series have been set in this county. For me, the OC area has the right balance of a hustle and bustle with chilled beach vibes. It's made up of 34 cities whilst also including the famous Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm along with stylish [...]
Dearest Californian Dreamers, I've challenged myself to complete my California Travel Diaries Series by the end of 2019. With a new year fast approaching it's time to wrap up this long awaited series (as I know you are on the edges of your seats)! As you sit and read this, it's a bitterly cold day [...]
Hey there lovely readers! About a week ago I returned from Englad's lovely neighbours' across the pond - Ireland! Although a blog is yet to follow for the full detail, check out my YouTube video in the meantime to see what I got up to in Dublin and remember to like, comment & subscribe. [...]
With chillier mornings and shorter days now upon us, waking up to the sound of birds at 5am seems a distant memory. Welcome back to those of you who have followed me for a while and hello to any new readers! I am so glad you've stumbled upon my blog. I hope you all have [...]
"Driving down the 101, California here we come!" is what I sang, i.e. yelled, at the top of my lungs, feeling like I was on my way to meet Summer and Seth, as we drove down the famous highway. I had spent years dreaming of a Californian sunset backdrop decorated with palm trees and I [...]
I'm not one to complain a lot and it's not often that my cheery disposition disappears. However, I'd like to consider myself as an honest person and that's why I must admit to myself out loud that my 2019 has so far been incredibly difficult. To say otherwise would be a lie. I really second [...]
I naturally have an optimistic, hopeful and ambitious perspective on life; an outlook that has driven me to want to connect, learn and share with others. Naturally when beginning my blog I knew that I wanted Natalia Talks About to be a space that encompassed this, by sharing my "thoughts on daily life" as a [...]
Since my teen years I always dreamed of a road trip around California and it remained as only a dream for quite some time. It was an idea, a "once in a lifetime" opportunity you may say. Something I thought I wouldn't be able to actually afford or do in my 20's. If I'm perfectly [...]
It's not often I talk about how hard work and determination doesn't always pay off. Confused? Bear with me. Although I make a daily conscious effort to stay motivated and driven, this attitude alone doesn't solely guarantee you success. This is one of the biggest lessons I've been learning so far in my 20's and [...]
When planning any trip it's great to read up on as much as you can before you go away, particularly for a road trip. You really don't want to be stranded staring at your google maps and hoping for the best! Whether it's reading blog posts, travel guides or watching YouTube videos, nowadays we have [...]
Winter time is often the season for nights in. The long dark evenings lead us to hibernate indoors with the excuses of saving money (or trying to do so) and the dreary weather at the forefront of our reasoning for this. Friends may even cancel plans on us, leading us to feeling secretly happy as [...]
Welcome back to another installment of the California Travel Diaries! A collection of blog posts from my Summer 2018 travels that I hope will help you plan any future trips, as well for me to remember exactly what I did! California is full of so many hidden gems. Golden beaches where the sun shines so [...]
Waking up at 5am usually isn't a highlight of any day of my week. But when you wake up at 5am to travel to Yosemite, well that certainly is the exception to this rule! Yosemite National Park is based in California's Sierra Nevada Mountains, where many across the state vacate to for their Summer holidays. [...]
With the New Year now in full swing, healthy living is on everyone's minds. Whilst Californian beaches are now purely a memory for myself or a daydream for some, there is one way that we can capture the essence of California in our day-to-day lives. Simply by incorporating their healthy attitude and mindset into our [...]
What a year 2018 was. It truly was a year that had many ups and downs; a year where I learned to appreciate the value of living in the present moment. I took more chances on myself and stepped somewhat outside of my comfort zone. I took a road trip around California and had a [...]
