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Leila Najafi
Leila Najafi is an LA-based travel and lifestyle writer covering destination guides, hotel reviews, restaurant openings, travel reward programs, and buying guides. Leila has bylines in Thrillist, NBC News, 10Best.com by USA Today, PureWow, and more. Follow her around the world at @LeilasList or check out some of her travel lists here.

Latest Posts From Leila

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The Most Beautiful Hidden Places in California to Visit This Spring

The state is full of low-key beauty, from the North Coast to the Mojave Desert.

Paloma
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The 15 Sexiest Restaurants for a Romantic Date Night in LA

Treat your special someone to a night out with stunning views, an intimate space, and luxurious food and drink.

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12 Hotel Restaurants in LA That Are Worth Checking Out on Their Own

From classic Beverly Hills hotspots to new restaurants helmed by celeb chef José Andrés, you’ll want to check into these hotel restaurants ASAP.

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The Most Essential Seafood Restaurants in LA

Whether you want fancy or chill, flown-in or local, raw or cooked, these are the places to go for the best fish in town.

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Apr 20, 2022

14 Essential Armenian Restaurants to Try in Los Angeles

Armenian cuisine is influenced by Russia, the Mediterranean, Middle East, and more.

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7 Ways to Be a More Earth-Conscious Traveler

You can make a big impact with a few small changes.

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Mar 7, 2022

The Absolute Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara, California

From Michelin award-winning restaurants to tried-and-true favorites and more.

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Travel
Feb 25, 2022

20 Reasons to Drive to Santa Barbara, California

From wineries to restaurants, there’s something for everyone at this popular coastal destination.

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Travel
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How to Get an International COVID Test in Under 24 Hours

More swabs, less panic.

Travel
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Things to Do in Aspen (Beyond Skiing)

The prices don’t have to be as high as the peaks.

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Travel
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Funky Airstreams & Tiny Cabins: Where to Go Glamping This Fall

Because, frankly, we’ve been “roughing it” enough lately.

Travel
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11 Reasons to Drive to Dana Point

All the comforts of a seaside town, without the crowds.

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