13 places to go in California for the first time

In April, I visited California for the first time; it was my most anticipated trip this year because I was looking forward to the sunshine. It is unbelievable that I now crave destinations with sunshine; who would have known- being that I come from a country with a lot of sunshine (Nigeria). However, now that I reside in a cold country – Canada- which seems to be cold all year round, I needed a break, and I took one to the perfect destination while being on a budget – California.This article advises you on places to visit in Los Angeles for free, how to spend 5 days in Los Angeles, and places to eat in California. Call this post your Califonia travel guide (more like an LA travel guide). While reading this article, you might see the phrase “we”, do not let it confuse you; I am referring to my family and friends that I travelled with.Places to visit in Los Angeles: Echo Park: Paddle a duck-shaped boat on a lake at Echo Park. This was the first activity we embarked on, and I believe it was a great way to start the holiday. It is a fun 1-hour paddle.Theme park: This can be Disney, Knott farm or 6 flags; the choice is dependent on your preferences and availability. I initially wanted Disney land, but it was fully booked at my time of arrival, so I opted for Knott berry farm, and I had a great time there as well. Set a day apart for your visit to the theme park because it will be a whole day event. And it is best you leave your house as early as possible to have enough time to enjoy yourself at the theme park without rushing.Beaches: I visited almost all the beaches in Los Angeles, and they were all similar in nature; the only major difference is that Santa Monica had more activities similar to a theme park compared to the rest of the beaches. I also visited Venice Beach, Long Beach, Huntington Beach, and Seal Beach.Pro Tip: Apart from soaking your feet in the sand and staring at the beautiful sight of the ocean and the birds in the sky, try renting a bike and riding one from Venice Beach to Santa Monica beach. These