From buttery croissants to breathtaking coastal views, discover Tracey’s favorite San Diego experiences, including Cabrillo National Monument and local hidden gems.

Colorful wooden buildings lined the harbor, mountains disappeared into mist, and church bells echoed across the waterfront. Even before our hiking adventure through Norway’s fjords began, I knew this city deserved more than just a stopover.

Now, the Camino leads us onward—across the Minho River into Spain, onto the Ons Islands, and finally into the heart of Santiago de Compostela.

Seven days, two countries, sixteen women, countless steps—and a lifetime of memories.

I’d come armed with skip-the-line museum passes, carefully chosen restaurant reservations, and a bucket list of things I’d missed during my last visit.

There’s something cinematic about the French Riviera – pastel villages, sparkling water, and rosé on repeat.