West Coast - Road trippin' California

I'll just come out and say it: 2010 turned out to be not such a great year in some respects. But among so many changes, farewells, growing distances, me and my friend Haley still managed to take some time off for a couple of relaxing getaways. We didn't go far, though, but this year, mark my words, 2011, we are going after you with all our might.So this time around, we are thinking Big: to fly across the Pond and as Thelma and Louise wannabes, pick up our fabulous and previously booked car hire in Los Angeles Airport to begin our incredible road trip around California right away!

Our itinerary will, of course, include some of the most famous spots in LA, from being starstruck by the Walk of Fame to a stroll along Venice Beach's boardwalk while admiring the cultural diversity of the area.'But what about Santa Monica?', Haley inquired, 'We could bring our yoga mats along and have a session right there on the beach!' And so we shall.While we're there, we will also take the opportunity to drive our USA car hire along the scenic roads of Route 66 and visit San Francisco! We even considered heading further until Seattle, another city Haley would really love to know and I as her friend wouldn't mind either. But we'll probably leave it for the next endeavour overseas.

Any tips on must-see places and experiences around the West Coast? Leave your much appreciated suggestions on our comment box!