#rey is a surf instructor

[henleyxjacobs]

He said, "I'm just curious, is this for real or just an act? Can't tell if you love or hate me, never met someone like that... Drive me so (so, so) crazy, did you know you got that effect?"

⌜  madison beer  ,  24  ,  cis woman  ,  she/her ⌟  ╱    is  that  GREEDY  by  TATE MCRAE,  i  hear  playing?  oh  that  has  to  mean  HENLEY JACOBS  ,  is  about  to  clock  in. i  hear  they're  a  SENIOR  who's  been  away  studying  MUSIC PRODUCTION  at   NYU. it  sure  is  a  shame  they've  grown  up  to  be  rather  COMPASSIONATE  and  DETACHED. word  on  the  strip  is  that  they're  back  home  for  the  summer  and  working  as  a  MUSIC INSTRUCTOR  at  SOUNDSCAPE,  to  earn  some  extra  cash,  in  order  to  buy  a Chanel necklace  but  don't  tell  them  i  told  you  that  !  

►GENERAL INFORMATION

FULL NAME: Henley Noa Jacobs NICKNAME(S): Hen, HJ LABEL: The Girl Next Door AGE: 24 DATE OF BIRTH: September 22, 1999 ZODIAC: Libra Sun, Virgo Rising, Scorpio Moon GENDER & PRONOUNS: Female; She/Her NATIONALITY: American HERITAGE: Russian, Moroccan, Ashkenazi Jewish SPOKEN LANGUAGE(S): English, Russian (very little) OCCUPATION: Aspiring Singer/Songwriter/Influencer || Music Instructor @ Soundscape RELIGION: Agnostic (spiritually influenced, though) SEXUALITY & ROMANCE: Bisexual; Biromantic

► APPEARANCE

FACE CLAIM: Madison Beer HEIGHT: 5'4" WEIGHT: 116 lbs. DOMINANT HAND: Left HAIR COLOR: Brown EYE COLOR: Hazel SCARS: Fingertips from playing guitar for so long (barely noticeable) TATTOOS: Tiny honey bee on right ankle, dainty bow on right wrist with cursive 'lovebug' written right above, 'eventually' in dainty cursive script on side of left ring finger.

►PERSONALITY

POSITIVE TRAITS: Adroit, Romantic, Loyal, Brave, Compassionate, Passionate, Ambitious, Benevolent, Comical. NEGATIVE TRAITS: Reckless, Guarded, Sensitive, Stubborn, Easily Bored, Enigmatic, Detached. LIKES: The beach, surfing, drawing/sketching, going to coffee shops, the sound of records playing, observing others, the smell of a new book and the smell of rain, astronomy, nature, cable-knit sweaters, the smell of rain, the city lights, large bows with curled hair, old drive-ins, traveling, art museums, Shakespeare, Van Gogh, deep conversations, road trips, poetry, midnight dances in the rain. DISLIKES: Being told what to do, confrontation, being the first to show up, being the last to show up, not being taken seriously, someone underestimating her, the cold, feeling rushed, the sensation of being crowded, being called ‘selfish’ or 'ungrateful', restriction of freedom, close-minded people, being talked over, fake friends, when people only compliment her looks.

►MENTALITY

PHOBIAS: Nyctophobia DISORDERS: Anxiety ALLERGIES: Seasonal (Pollen)

►BACKGROUND

HOMETOWN: Denver, CO CURRENT RESIDENCE: Manhattan, NY / Denver, CO EDUCATION LEVEL: BA in Music Production & Business from NYU - working on her MA FAMILIAL CONNECTIONS: - Emilia Jacobs - Mother, Deceased - Alexander Jacobs - 49, Father, Not in Contact

►FAVORITES

FOOD: Sushi DRINK: Water MOVIE: Romeo & Juliet (1968), Serendipity TV SHOW: New Girl, Rick & Morty BAND: The 1975, The Killers, The Beatles, Lana Del Rey SONG: Here Comes the Sun - The Beatles

► EXTRA INFORMATION

JUNG TYPE: INFJ ENNEAGRAM: The Expert (3w4) TEMPERAMENT: Sanguine MORAL ALIGNMENT: Neutral Good SIN: Lust VIRTUE: Humility ELEMENT: Air CHARACTER PLAYLIST

"I'll put you through hell just to know me."

► BIOGRAPHY

Henley was born in Los Angeles, CA to Emilia and Alexander Jacobs. The beautiful sight of the baby girl was expected, what took everyone off guard was that Henley was collateral beauty to her mother's passing whilst in childbirth. The trauma enough that it sent the business tycoon running with his new bundle of joy to Denver. The girl knew the basics of her parents' story; Emilia moved to LA with a dream and $20 dollars in her back pocket. She had a face that belonged in the movies, and she was sure she was going to make it happen. Alexander came from a long line of old wealth - the industrialists that paved the way for the new business magnates of today. He saw her sing at an open mic night and he was a sucker. She saw him from the stage and sung to him - the rest was history. It was why he took the loss so hard, turning to alcohol so quickly like his father before him. Meanwhile, little Henley was trying everything to have any sort of connection. When she couldn't, she found herself boarding herself up. To a degree, she blamed herself. It only made sense that he wanted nothing to do with her when she killed mom. Though her father's choice of escape was alcohol, the brunette would easily slip away into fantasy worlds thanks to books when things got hard. She promised herself that no matter how dark life got, she was to be her own beacon of light; if she couldn't do that for herself, then she would be that for others. She was the quiet girl in school that everyone wanted to know, and she hated it. The reasoning being that she knew she had more to offer than her looks, but that was all anyone really saw in her. Even her own father told her to utilize her looks to get ahead. Instead of anger, it only fueled her to prove everyone wrong. She was in honor society, the president of the physics club in high school, took AP courses in art history and government policy. There was only one person who truly saw her, and that was her first love in high school. Though she had friends, none of them were every as close nor as understanding as Astrid. It was pure - they just wanted to know one another and be around one another. Her father actually liked Astrid, so did all her friends - though no one but their closest circle knew what they genuinely were behind closed doors. What was most important was that she let her walls down around Astrid; she truly felt free enough to be herself shamelessly. When the first semester of college hit, Astrid claimed she wasn't ready to come out and that was the end of what Henley felt was her once in 20 lifetimes. Maybe the fact her father liked Astrid was a red flag. Maybe she did something wrong - didn't love her the way she needed. Either way, her walls came back up and they were stronger than ever. It was that break-up that became the foundation of her inspiration for her first couple EPs. When the second EP came out, Henley didn't expect the attention it got. Now as she works on her first studio album, Henley is cementing her walls in place and attempting to navigate this chaos of the entertainment industry; where no one cares who you are, but cares who you know and the number of followers you attain.

► PERSONALITY

Henley is bright and sunny, but facades as a black cat. She is hellbent on keeping people at an arm's distance, seeing that she opened herself up fully only to get hurt. Her new motto is to leave before getting left. It's funny though, because she does have a big heart and she's prone to loving hard once a crush is formulated. She's a supportive and loyal friend once you have her in your court. Henley is prone to boredom and goes through these bursts of needing to go out, or needing to stay in - there's no in between. Henley knows she's sought after, so she likes to make people jump through hoops only to then walk away and throw their number away. She's into literature, art history and poetry. She actually writes poetry, herself, and her favorite thing to do is get lost in an art museum. Most don't know this about her, but Henley likes to game. She utilizes gaming to alleviate anxiety. She is just a huge ball of sunshine squished into a protective prison she built for herself, okay?

► PLOTS

The Best Friend: This person was most likely there when the Astrid situation went down and is Henley's shoulder to cry on as well as her go-to friend when she needs to get out of the house. They've been friends since middle school, possibly before! There's so many ways to play them - the best friend could be tired of Henley's self-recklessness or they could be the enabler. - OPEN

Childhood Friends: Same as above, these people were there during the Astrid scenario. They could meet at any point in their growing up - but these people would be close to Henley and they're almost joined at the hip. - OPEN (x3)

The PR Friend: Someone in the music industry who is utilizing Henley for clout. Henley wouldn't be aware of this, or maybe she is and is just stringing this person along - but I think it would be interesting to have a fake friend who Henley thinks is genuine. - OPEN

Ride or Die: Was a hook-up in the process but they wound up getting high and just talking all night. This is someone that Henley could sit in absolute silence with and be content, or when she's flying off the handlebars, this person can bring her back. Smoke sessions, deep conversations in the AMs. - OPEN

But, Do I Suck?: The music testers. This person is someone Henley runs her music by before putting it out into the world. They could be her genuine friends in the music industry, or maybe they went to NYU together and they met that way. - OPEN (x2)

Once You Have Me, Will You Want Me Still?: Blind date that turned into a hookup and Henley left before they woke up because she got scared. Ya know, she just doesn't want history to repeat itself. - OPEN

[blurredblonde]

BUCKET LIST, including the strange, the wild, the weird, and the borderline undoable

Go to a nude beach

spread eagle naked towards the sun

use Pinterest business to do brand links and get any amount of $$ from that alone

go to a pole dancing class

try hot yoga

do a burlesque show in Melbourne

post an animation to youtube

start a webtoon

learn to sew

get an apartment by myself

get an apartment with friends

post a shitty homemade music video in a lana del rey way with the help of friends

get a perm

visit coney island

be 125 pounds

get a the dachshund tattoo

post a vlog like im famous

be a extra in a movie

act in a gay indie movie like norman reedus

go to a gorillaz concert

get a snake

get a record player

meet a sugar mommy

go to a jazz bar alone

get a dressed up like a old hollywood star and go have a night on the town

get my license

own a mustang

ride a motorcycle

go to a mosh pit

go to a rave

get black out drunk

go skinny dipping

publish a art book

own a beach house

get a red gingham bikini

take a slutty picture in a american flag bikini and post it to instagram

go diving with whale sharks

be a art director on a project

do a mural on a wall

complete a painting on an obnoxiously large canvas

make a pop song with no knowledge of music or mixing

work on a big animated film

Do a boudoir photoshoot

party in paris

do a full cosplay

pet a pigeon

get a scuba diving license

explore an abandoned building

kiss a stranger

get in a fist fight

flash my boobs at something

attend a figure drawing class

be the nude model at a figure drawing class

receive fanart of my own characters

create a reel showing school doodles

be the cinematographer for a project

take a history class

be a dive instructor

post a animation meme to a jack stauber song

go on vacation all by myself

have sex

be in a youtube video

go on the video side of omegle

visit japan

go to a film festival

jump off a pier

do a pin-up photoshoot

go to an acting interview

heh

open an online store

do artist alley at a convention

cross country roadtrip with friends

stargaze on top of a car

invest in stocks and real estate

go on a cruise to thailand and thrift there

go to the new york library

visit bora bora

learn to play guitar

draw on the sidewalk with chalk

nurture and take care of a plant

grow my own food

get chickens

join a club in uni

take a pottery class

work out in a gym

surf a barrel

buy a surfboard

meditate for 50 days in a row

travel in a van

fly first class

go on a blind date

buy and fill a photo album book

kiss in the rain

do a thirty-day photography challenge and post the whole thing

explore the woods by my house

go to a ball/masquerade party

host a dinner party

say yes to everything for a day

grow my hair past my ass

become mildly fluent in french

attend golbeins animation workshop

buy an obnoxiously large rug

smell the tomford cherry perfume

get a Brazilian wax

get henna done

go to Brisbane museum by myself

get my i.d

go wine tasting

visit Miami

Meet my online best friend

dine at the ritz

go on a gameshow

do tent camping

win a sweepstake

create a artist porfolio/website

be featured in a gallery

go to okinawa

learn to ballroom dance

ride a horse on a beach/ and or backwards

go to a country club

bake a pie

buy a tourist t-shirt

do a escape room

live in Santa Barbara

stay in cape cod

belly dancing class

get my art viral on tiktok

do a commision

buy a fancy wardrobe

have a room with a slanted roof

sleep in a pool in an inflatable pool

snuggle with nurse sharks

bayonetta mui mui glasses.

go out in a pair of high heels

do a show at a convention

stay at the madonna inn

do lesbian handkerchief flagging in public

do a 'nude' photoshoot

own every sims 4 pack

complete a sims4 generations challenge

play subnautica

swim a motel pool at night

pick a girl from a bar

get a drinks bought for me

smoke a ciggrette

try mixology

get a hickey

have a friend or myself sew vintage patterns

wear a tailored suit

buy real cowgirl boots

bathe in a heart shaped tub

take a rose petal bath

stick a polaroid of myself somewhere public

use spray paint

do a vintage glamour competition

own a house with stain glass windows

go to a cathedral

get pink lace curtains

paint a room

milk a cow

replay Detriot become human

do a live stream

do a lesbian event like a cruise or smth

go to a pride parade

participate on a float in a parade

be a scare actor

act in a play

see a broadway show

shoot a gun

drive a convertible

see lana del rey in concert

do modelling work

do a commercial

buy a sewing machine

drive the road without directions

write a screenplay

submit a film for a competition

pitch an animated show

take a opportunity that scares me

do public karaoke

buy a shitty 2000s camera

get a boat license

buy a boat

go to a random diner

sell clothes on depop

play a drinking game with mates

stay in a hotel with mates

do a draw my life

do a drawing for each section of my Pinterest board

get my fortune told/ future read

buy some mega flare jeans

post a picture of myself to Pinterest/ start a 'me' board

buy some colorful tights

get blue streaks through my blonde hair like aquamarine

drop in on a skateboard

buy a castle

party at Hearst castle

post another fanfic to ao3

dress up in a slutty Halloween costume,its a rite of passage

bake and decorate a fancy cake for someone

[emilythenotsostrange]

Hi all, I’m back with a new fic for the RTC Summer Vibes fest 2019 

based on the prompt ‘sure stranger, I’ll help you find your bikini top/swim trunks’

Ode To Sydney 

Ben and Poe travel Down Under. Slang is used, driving on the left is the right way to do it, trams are under construction, thongs aren't underwear and if you checked the lost and found box at Manly Surf Life Saving Club, you'd find a suspicious pair of red boardshorts that helped two strangers find love.

[kuroinana]

Thanks @bey-grade and @kehkr for tagging me! Love this challenge :)

Rules: post the names of all the files in your WIP folder regardless of how non-descriptive or ridiculous. let people send you an ask with the title that most intrigues them, and then post a little snippet of it or tell them something about it!

My WIPs (with their file names)

So I have 4 main folders, here's what in each:

Idea Junkyard

(as the name says, whenever I have an idea, I jot it down here so I don't forget it)

Beygirls vibes: I need more solid ideas to continue it, but I wanted to write something centred around the beygirls haha The first scene (and only scene I wrote) has Mao training to beat Rei's ass, with the help of her gym buddy Rick.

Street Fighting Garland x Bryan: A draft of an AU where Garland gets into street fights for money and gets very close to a certain Russian that I made for @stroblitz

Mayblade (yea, couldn't participate because life was chaotic, but the intentions were there)

Spellbound It started as some planning for an Original work but I let it aside, but might reuse some stuff for my Fantasy AU.

Beyblade Fantasy AU - TyKa - Dragons and Love Potions: my dear baby child that I really hope that will come to life one day

Elite School AU - Julia x Mathilda: Not much yet, I just had this scenario in mind and put it there

Season 4 Euro Tournament - Julia x Mathilda / Gianni x Olivier: it's basically a similar setting to Monsters in Paris, where the first tournament after G-Rev is in Europe funded by the Majestiks and Julia has now to save the day.

Vampire AU TyKa but Takao is the vampire: lol there's literally nothing inside this document but the idea is there!

Oneshots

(if you're lucky to graduate from the Junkyard, you might come here!)

Inside this folder there are a lot of completed works, but some in progress:

Fantasy ReiMax - this should maybe be in the Junkyard since it's 1 paragraph long, but we will see :) It is about this scenario where Rei is an elf and finds this paladin (Max) dying and goes on to nurture him back to health.

Surf AU - This will happen as soon as I have time. Takao is a surf instructor and Kai is a very grumpy student. Based on Aoki's art for Kai's birthday

Resilience

My abandoned season 4 fic centred around Daichi and some friends' OCs. I don't know if I will ever continue it, but I commissioned art for it so you can just hype the characters (from left to right, top to bottom: Jin Alphonse, Ryouko Miyahara, Masumi, Set Samael, our boi Daichi)

Those Quiet Hours

Y'all know this one :) Everything is organised in 4 folders: Archive (Deleted scenes, chapters that were later rewritten), Final ver (all final edits), Other Tales (for stories in the same universe), Scenes (for when I need to write the scene but don't know in which chapter it goes)

I think most of the BeyFam has done it by now, but consider yourself tagged if you see this!

[quentinbecks]

If you're still taking asks for the unusual headcanon meme, how about 17, 26, 45, and 1 for Sadie and/or Charlie? (Your choice!)

Oh, these are some fun ones! Thank you so much for these 💕

1) what’s your muse’s favorite album of all time / favorite artist?

Alright, let me start out by saying I haven’t put much thought into what either of the girls’ taste in music would be like. BUT, Sadie is really into pop music and I imagine her favorite artists would be Carly Rae Jepsen and Lana del Rey with e • mo • tion being her favorite album.

17) do they have pets? what kind? dogs, cats, etc?

She didn’t have any prior to the reaping, but she becomes an adoptive mother to Boomer, Peaches, and Cheeseburger!

26) what are they most passionate about? what could they debate about for hours?

This has absolutely nothing to do with anything going on in Hope County, for the most part. But, Sadie is definitely passionate about stopping people from polluting bodies of water. She was a surf instructor in San Diego before coming home and saw so many people littering the beaches even though garbage cans were right there. It really pissed her off and she would sometimes fight with randos about how they’re killing their great-grandchildren before they’re even born sjsksk.

45) what’s their dream job / profession? do they have one?

Being a cop is not her dream job! If her stupid family hadn’t joined a cult she wouldn’t have had to go to the police academy or move back home. She would have loved to have been a professional athlete. Either a gymnast or a surfer, but life had other plans for her.

1) what’s your muse’s favorite album of all time / favorite artist?

When I wrote Charlie driving from Fall’s End to the compound for the first time, I was listening to the soundtrack to Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 and kinda imagined her also vibing to The Cramps, so I that’s what I think of when I think of an album she would absolutely love. And why not? She already has interesting taste in movies and men. Why not add music to the mix? I also like to think she’s a Talking Heads stan too. No particular reason, I just do.

17) do they have pets? what kind? dogs, cats, etc?

Eventually she breaks John down into letting her get a dog. He’s a Rottweiler and his name is Atticus (yes this is canon and will make its way into my fic). After seeing the dog house at Seed Ranch I just knew I had to find a way to incorporate a pup into the mix. And no, Charlie would never make him stay outside.

26 answered here

45) what’s their dream job / profession? do they have one?

Charlie wanted to become a conservationist. As a kid it was a vet, but she’s too sensitive for that. So, she chose something that would also help save lives, but wouldn’t force her to put down animals. Unfortunately, she never gets the chance since, after years of saving up to finally go to college, she has to drop out after two years to come back to Hope County.

[anasabella14]

TURISMO DEPORTIVO

Una de las actividades favoritas de la mayoría de las personas es viajar, conocer nuevas culturas y tradiciones. En los últimos años el turismo se ha venido diversificando, debido a que Ya no queremos el típico viaje en el que visitamos la ciudad y nos vamos a dormir al hotel. Ahora buscamos experiencias, aprendizaje y diversión. Y una de estas nuevas formas de turismo es el llamado turismo deportivo. Pero… ¿sabes en que consiste este?

El turismo deportivo consiste en el desplazamiento a otro lugar para presenciar algún evento o con el objeto de practicar una disciplina deportiva. Es importante decir que este tipo de turismo es hijo de la globalización. El abaratamiento de los transportes y la aparición de los deportes como fenómeno global han sido elementos decisivos para que hoy se pueda hablar de esta tipología.

El turismo deportivo puede ser de varios tipos y, no en vano, hay que tener en cuenta que es una industria que genera un desarrollo económico importante en las zonas que lo acoge.

¿Y por qué se generan sinergias? Alrededor de la práctica del deporte hay una industria de, materiales especializados, instructores y hosteleros que dan servicio a los clientes. No ha de extrañar, pues, que los turistas deportivos estén bien considerados por la mayoría de la población en los territorios de práctica deportiva.

Estas son algunas de las modalidades de turismo de deportes más practicadas y con mayor proyección: 

https://player.vimeo.com/video/419192691

1. Senderismo y running

El senderismo y running es una opción interesante si quieres hacer deporte y disfrutar del aire puro. Las zonas de senderismo ideales son sierras de baja dificultad o rutas rurales debidamente señalizadas. El running puede extenderse, también, a otras zonas más urbanas. Países como Nueva Zelanda, Escocia Y Noruega, son predilectos para practicar este deporte.

2. Montañismo

Esta disciplina está indicada para personas con una capacidad física determinada que puedan asumir los desafíos. España y Nepal son buenos destinos para hacer montañismo.

3. Deportes de invierno

Los deportes de invierno tienen la lógica limitación del tiempo, porque es necesario que nieve. El esquí sigue siendo el deporte rey por excelencia, aunque algunas variantes como el snowboard están ganando peso. Es normal, también, que durante el invierno se practique patinaje sobre hielo en pistas ad hoc en ciudades. California, Canadá, Andorra y Noruega, son excelentes destinos para los amantes de deportes con nieve.

4. Deportes náuticos

Los deportes náuticos están ligados, también, a una cierta climatología. Lo curioso es que, a diferencia de la nieve, existen deportes de invierno y de verano. El invierno es la mejor época del año para practicar el surf. En cambio, el verano es idóneo para la práctica de la vela. La natación puede practicarse durante todo el año. Los mejores lugares para practicar este tipo de deporte son Australia, España, Brasil y Estados Unidos.

5. Ciclismo

El ciclismo es una práctica que está enfocada a la primavera y el verano. Las marchas cicloturistas son un atractivo indudable para multitud de ciudades. Francia y España son los lugares favoritos de los ciclistas.

6. Asistencia a eventos deportivos

Hay varias diferencias en asistencia a eventos deportivos en función de la disciplina o la época del año. En consecuencia, este tipo de disciplinas ha tenido un crecimiento importante y lo va a tener los próximos años. Países como España, Argentina, Italia, Inglaterra, Brasil y Alemania, son los preferidos del publico deportivo.

[marianajacqueline45]

Hoy cumple años Billie Joe Armstrong 46 años es un músico, compositor y actor estadounidense, que es conocido por ser el cantante y guitarrista principal de la banda estadounidense de punk rock Green Day. Hoy cumple años Lou Diamond Phillips 56 años es un actor de cine y televisión estadounidense nacido en Filipinas. El estrellato de Lou surgió al ser considerado para estelarizar la película La bamba, personificando al ya fallecido músico estadounidense de origen mexicano, Ritchie Valens. Pese a que el papel le ganó elogios de los críticos especializados, a partir de entonces le fue difícil encontrar otro papel principal en alguna otra super producción fílmica en Hollywood. Hacia 1988 logró un co-estelar al lado del experimentado actor Edward James Olmos, dentro del filme de drama escolar llamado: Stand and Deliver(Con ganas de triunfar o Lecciones Inolvidables). En dicha producción, encarnó a un pandillero cholo llamado Ángel Guzmán quien es inspirado por Jaime Escalante(Personaje de la vida real) su profesor de matemáticas, quien lo insta a desafiar su capacidad cognitiva para comprender los misterios del Cálculo Matemático, y a través de ello crear amistad con su maestro. Stand and Deliver fue filmada antes que La Bamba, pero fue lanzada un año después. En 1988 y 1990 Phillips co-estelarizó al lado de Emilio Estévez y Kiefer Sutherland en la película western Young Guns (Jóvenes Pistoleros) y Young Guns II. Hacia septiembre de 2007, Phillips se unió a la compañía teatral de Lehrner and Lowe en la obra Camelot, interpretando el papel del Rey Arturo. El primer filme que protagonizó pero que no tuvo mayor repercusión fue Trespasses. Phillips ha interpretado de manera recurrente al agente del FBI Ian Edgerton dentro de la serie televisiva Numb3rs. Edgerton es el mejor rastreador y francotirador, instructor de Quantico, cuando él no está trabajando en esa investigación de campo. En 2009 entró a formar parte del casting principal de la serie de la franquicia Stargate: Stargate Universe, interpretando al Coronel Telford. Hoy cumple años Bonnie Wright 27 años es una actriz y modelo inglesa, conocida mundialmente por su papel en las películasde Harry Potter como Ginny Weasley. También se ha desempeñado como actriz en algunos proyectos televisivos ocasionalmente.Bonnie Francesca Teague Wright nació en Londres, sus padres son Sheila Teague y Gary Wright, dos diseñadores de joyas que juntos tienen una compañía llamada Wright & Teague. Tiene un hermano llamado Lewis. Wright disfruta de la danza, el arte; le gusta viajar, la música, toca instrumentos musicales como el piano, la flauta dulce y el saxofón, y deportes como fútbol, natación, tenis, equitación, patinaje sobre hielo, ciclismo y surf. En 2012 terminó su relación y compromiso con el actor Jamie Campbell Bower. Hoy cumple años Rene Russo 64 años es una actriz de cine y exmodelo estadounidense.En 1972, Russo fue descubierta en un concierto de The Rolling Stones por el reclutador y representante John Crosby de International Creative Management, una agencia de talentos. Fue contratada por Ford Modeling Agency (Agencia de Modelos Ford) y comenzó a posar poco después, apareciendo en la portada de varias revistas, incluyendo Vogue. Russo pasó la mayoría de los años 1970 y el principio de los años 1980 como una modelo exitosa. Más tarde, empezó a estudiar actuación y apareció en varias obras en teatros regionales de Los Ángeles. Russo realizó su debut televisivo en 1987 con un papel secundario en la serie Sable. Dos años más tarde, tuvo su debut cinematográfico en el filme Major League. En 1992, interpretó a la detective Lorna Cole, el cual es considerado su papel más popular, en la película Lethal Weapon 3. Russo repitió su papel en la secuela Arma Letal 4. Durante los años 1990, Russo apareció en varios thrillersque fueron comercialmente exitosos, incluyendo En la línea de fuego, Outbreak, Ransom y The Thomas Crown Affair. También actuó en varias películas de comedia como Tin Cup, Get Shorty y The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle. Entre sus trabajos más recientes están Apostando al límite, coprotagonizada por Al Pacino, y Yours, Mine and Ours, coprotagonizada por Dennis Quaid. Hoy cumple años Michael Jordan 55 años es un exjugador de baloncesto estadounidense. En la actualidad es propietario del equipo de la NBA los Charlotte Hornets. Está considerado por la mayoría de aficionados y especialistas como el mejor jugador de baloncesto de todos los tiempos. Se retiró definitivamente en 2003 en los Washington Wizards, tras haberlo hecho en dos ocasiones anteriores, en 1993 y 1999, después de haber jugado 13 temporadas en los Chicago Bulls.Ganó seis anillos con Chicago Bulls, promediando 30,1 puntos por partido en toda su carrera, el mayor promedio en la historia de la liga. También ganó 10 títulos de máximo anotador, 5 MVP de la temporada, 6 MVP de las Finales, siendo nombrado en el mejor quinteto de la NBA en diez ocasiones, en el defensivo nueve veces, líder en robos de balón durante tres años y un premio al mejor defensor de la temporada. Desde 1983, ha aparecido en la portada de la prestigiosa revista deportiva Sports Illustrateden 50 ocasiones, todo un récord, además de ser nombrado "Deportista del Año" en 1991. Fue nombrado "mejor atleta del siglo XX" por ESPN y segundo tras Babe Ruth por Associated Press. Hoy cumple años Joseph Gordon-Levitt 37 años es un actor, cantante, director y productor estadounidense. De pequeño, se hizo conocido por sus papeles en las películas Angels in the Outfield, Beethoven, 10 Things I Hate About You y la serie de televisión 3rd Rock from the Sun. Hizo una pausa en la actuación para estudiar en la Universidad de Columbia, pero abandonó en 2004 para seguir trabajando como actor. Desde entonces ha actuado en Brick, The Lookout, (500) Days of Summer, Inception, 50/50, Looper, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, The Dark Knight Rises y Lincoln. En 2013 se estrenó su primer largometraje como director, Don Jon's Addiction, escrita y protagonizada por él. En 2004, fundó la compañía productora hitRECord. Hoy cumple años Denise Richards 47 años  es una actriz y exmodelo estadounidense que alcanzó el éxito durante la década de los 90 gracias a Starship Troopers (1997), Wild Things (1998) y The World Is Not Enough (1999). También protagonizó un reality show llamado Denise Richards: It's Complicated en E!.Conocida por su papel de Chica Bond en El mundo nunca es suficiente (1999) o Un San Valentín de muerte (2001), la actriz ha actuado en la sitcom Spin City e hizo un cameo en Seinfeld en 1993, donde interpretaba a una quinceañera a pesar de que Denise, realmente, tenía 21 años que seducía al personaje de George Constanza con su escote. En diciembre de 2004 posó desnudapara Playboy y un año más tarde fue nombrada, por la revista In Touch, como la mamá más sexy. También apareció en el videoclip The Captain Of Her Heart (1986), de los suizos Double. Entre 2008 y 2009 se emitió el reality Denise Richards: It's complicated (E!), donde se pudo observar cómo es la vida diaria de Denise y todos los problemas que debe enfrentar después de la muerte de su madre a causa del cáncer, los paparazzis, los problemas con sus asistentes o las fiestas. El programa fue cancelado en su segunda temporada por baja audiencia. A fines de septiembre de 2011 rechazó una oferta de cien mil dólares para participar en un capítulo de Two and a half men en donde debía participar en el funeral de Charles Francis Harper (papel de Charlie Sheen). Vida personal Se casó con Charlie Sheen en 2002, pero pidieron el divorcio en marzo de 2005. La pareja no tardó en reconciliarse y buscaron terapia de pareja para arreglar su relación. Junto a él apareció en Good Advice y Scary Movie 3, donde interpretaron a un matrimonio en el cual ella resultaba atropellada por un coche. Sin embargo, el 4 de enero de 2006 el representante de ella anunció que continuaría con el divorcio y pidió una orden de alejamiento contra él, citando sus presuntas amenazas de muerte contra ella. La pareja tiene dos hijas: Samantha Katherine (9 de marzo de 2004) y Lola Rose (1 de junio de 2005). Además, ella ha adoptado a un bebé. Richards, que también salió con el actor Patrick Muldoon, ha sido relacionada con el actor John Stamos, con quien salió en sus años de adolescencia y más recientemente con el actor latinoamericano Walter Rayo. Del 2007 hasta principios del 2012 mantuvo una relación con Richie Sambora. Recientemente, Denise interpuso una demanda contra su ex pareja, Charlie Sheen, por el incumplimiento de éste en los pagos de manutención de sus hijas. La demanda sería por unos 1,2 millones de dólares. Junto con esto, el representante legal de Denise, denunció diversas amenazas supuestamente dichas por Charlie Sheen en contra de ella y su familia. Hoy se cumple 29 años del estreno de la película Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure conocida como Bill y Ted en Argentina, La magnífica aventura de Bill y Ted en México y Las alucinantes aventuras de Bill y Ted en España, es una película cómica de aventuras y ciencia ficción estadounidense de 1989, dirigida por Stephen Herek y protagonizada por Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter y George Carlin. Es la primera película sobre Bill y Ted, dos vagos y tarugos adolescentes fanáticos del rock que viajan en el tiempo con el fin de reunir una colección de personajes históricos para su presentación de historia de la escuela. Argumento Bill y Ted tienen un problema: cuando comprueban que están por fracasar en su clase de historia, y por lo tanto van a repetir de año escolar, Ted será enviado a una academia militar y la banda "Wyld Stallyns (los sementales salvajes) de los dos adolescentes tendría que disolverse. Un viajero en el tiempo del futuro llamado Rufus llega a San Dimas (California) con su máquina del tiempo con la forma de una cabina de teléfono para salvar a la banda de Bill y Ted y con ello salvaguardar el progreso del futuro. Esto sólo es posible si ellos dos pueden estar juntos. Así Bill y Ted comienzan a viajar en el tiempo en esta cabina y conocen a Sócrates, Napoleón, Ludwig van Beethoven, Juana de Arco, Genghis Khan, Sigmund Freud, Billy the Kid y Abraham Lincoln en la década de 1980, donde las figuras históricas hacen que Bill y Ted se metan en un gran lio siendo arrestados y detenidos en la comisaría. Bill y Ted consiguen liberar a los personajes históricos. Su presentación escolar será un gran éxito, por lo que pasan el examen y puede seguir tocando juntos y convertirse en una exitosa banda que marcaría la historia mundial para siempre. https://youtu.be/q3fx6TugN7g Ayer cumplió años William Katt 67 años es un actor estadounidense de cine y televisión. Sus padres son los también actores Bill Williams (su apellido verdadero era Katt) y Barbara Hale.Cursó estudios terciarios en el Orange Coast College (Costa Mesa, California) antes de seguir la carrera de músico. Fue entonces cuando comenzó a actuar, apareciendo en representaciones teatrales en el verano y en pequeños papeles en televisión. Sus primeros papeles en películas incluyen el de Tommy Ross en el famoso film de terror Carrie (1976) de Brian De Palma, con Sissy Spacek, y el de Jack Barlowe en el film de John Milius Big Wednesday (1978), que protagonizara junto a Jan-Michael Vincent y Gary Busey sobre la vida de unos jóvenes surfistas y los efectos de la guerra de Vietnam sobre ellos. En 1977 fue protagonista junto a Susan Deyde First Love, un revolucionario film romántico dirigido por Joan Darling. Durante este período estelarizó varias películas de bajo presupuesto («clase B») con contenido sexual. Katt también se presentó para el papel de Luke Skywalker en La guerra de las galaxias(1977) y se lo puede ver audicionando en muchos documentales sobre esta película. En 1979 interpretó a Sundance Kid en Butch and Sundance: The Early Days, película sobre la vida de un pistolero del viejo oeste de los Estados Unidos. En 1981 interpretó a Pippin en el film de mismo título. El gran héroe americano Katt obtuvo el papel de Ralph Hinkley, un apacible profesor de secundaria a quien unos extraterrestres le dieron un traje volador en la inolvidable serie de televisión The Greatest American Hero (literalmente «El más grande héroe americano») en 1981 e interpretó este personaje hasta la cancelación de la serie, en 1983. El título de la serie fue traducido de distintas maneras en América y España, siendo El superhéroe americano o El gran héroe americano algunos de los títulos utilizados. La serie contaba la historia de un hombre común enfrentado a la extraordinaria circunstancia de convertirse en superhéroe y sin saber siquiera cómo hacer funcionar propiamente su súper traje (Ralph perdía el manual con las instrucciones). La cadena ABC emitió la serie en Estados Unidos. Cambios de ejecutivos en la cadena y divergencias sobre la categoría de público al que debía ser dirigida (si adultos o niños) terminaron marginando The Greatest American Hero a días y horarios inapropiados llevando a su posterior cancelación tras tres temporadas. A pesar de ello, Ralph Hinkley y sus andanzas cosecharon gran éxito a lo largo del mundo, convirtiendo The Greatest American Hero (junto con Believe It Or Not, su tema de apertura), en una de las producciones más recordadas de los años años 1980. Precisamente, el personaje de Ralph Hinkley se convertiría en el más afamado de la carrera de Katt. Su carrera hasta el presente En 1986 Katt sería protagonista de otro filme de culto dentro del género de terror/comedia, interpretando al escritor Roger Cobb en House. Desde 1987 en adelante, interpretaría el recurrente papel de Paul Drake Jr. en las periódicas películas de televisión de Perry Mason. Allí trabajaría junto a su madre, Barbara Hale, quien continuó con su papel de Della Street que realizara en la serie original. Katt también encarnó a un político como el personaje principal de la serie Top Of The Hill (1989), participando también en Good Sports en (1991). Desde entonces ha participado en diversas películas y producciones de televisión como en Walker, Texas Ranger (1998), The Net (1998), JAG (en 2001 y 2004) o House M.D. (2006). Hasta el momento ha co-escrito dos historias para el cine, Clean And Narrow 1999 y Descendant(2003) y ha dirigido dos películas, Clean And Narrow y River's End (2005). Ayer cumplió años Andy Taylor 57 años  es un guitarrista británico, miembro de Duran Duran desde sus inicios hasta 1986, año en que emprendió carrera en solitario tras desmarcarse de la banda matriz en el proyecto The Power Station, junto a John Taylor, Tony Thompson y Robert Palmer. De marcado carácter rockero, Taylor fue para muchos el talento compositivo detrás de los mejores temas de la banda de Birmingham. Dicho talento le valió también fama como productor. En 2002 volvió al seno de Duran Duran, con los que volvió a los estudios de grabación para registrar un nuevo álbum, "Astronaut", la primera grabación con la formación original al completo desde 1985. A mediados de 2006 volvió a abandonar la banda, debido a diferencias creativas con el resto de componentes. Actualmente reside en Ibiza (España), donde regenta su propio estudio de grabación, llamado Andy Taylor Studios Ibiza.

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             me  ,  @  myself  for  being  SO  incredibly  late  to  the  party  :  what  the  hell  ,  carl  ?  regardless  ,  hello  !  my  name’s  claire  ,  i’m  18  ,  i  live  in  the  aest  and  honestly  ?  i’m  a  big  old  mess  but  it’s  fine  !!  i  love   conspiracy  theories  ,  any  kind  of  book  i  can  get  my  hands  on  ,  eating  and  generally  being  a  bit  of  an  idiot  ----- -  anywhomst  !  i’m  not  interesting  ,  and  i’m  certainly  not  the  star  of  this  post  !  instead  of  doing  separate  posts  for  all  three  of  my  muses  ,  i’ve  combined  them  all  into  a  SUPER  LONG  INTRO  !   it’s  a  bit  long  ,  but  i’m   beyond  excited  to  be  introducing  you  to  CADE  RAHUL  MEHTA  ,  GRACE  CHAU  CHUONG  and  RHYS  DANIEL  MACDOUGALL  !

— avan jogia. twenty-five. cismale. pronouns.  ↷ well if it isn’t cade rahul mehta, augustine’s very own icarian who’s been living here for twenty-five years in the emerson townhouses. he is currently working as a surfing instructor and has been known to be sardonic and insouciant. → sea salt curls burnished locks, and they giggle at the swathes of brilliant ink that dare to caress a toned bicep ; halcyon grin and soaked-through shorts that dip just a bit too low. gentle hands, calloused but strong — guide them onto the waves, draw them into the world that swallowed you whole when you were barely a child. tanned back, tanned arms, tanned everything ; green smoothies in the morning, water through the afternoon, chai tea in the evening when you finally stop to let yourself think about the life they left behind in order for you to live the way you do now. you haven’t visited their graves recently. ( the note on your phone, urgent, reminds you of it ; you try not to notice. )

you are born to two gujurati indians ; a doctor and a schoolteacher, they were determined that their infant son should have the best life possible. they bundle their belongings up and move to augustine the minute that your mother realises that there is life prospering inside of her.

your birth is simply a foreshadowing of your entire life ; your cries are soft, and they last only briefly before you start giggling and waving chubby little newborn hands around. that sunny disposition is something that you carry with you for the entirety of your life ---  you are never not known to have a warm smile on carved features and nothing but kind words for everybody.

you take an early liking to the beach, and for your sixth birthday you receive a tiny little bodyboard. the minute you are out in the water, you decide that you’re never going back. your love for surfing progresses through your adolescence, and the day that you get your first professional surfboard is one that you’re not likely to forget anytime soon.

at eighteen, tragedy strikes. your parents are killed in a collision, and your world shatters the moment you find out --- they leave you everything, and it only makes it worse. your townhouse feels so lonely without their presences, and you can’t stand the pervasive emptiness that perpetually lingers.

you barely stay inside the house now. the tan that you wear like a medal is the result of days spent teaching children just like you how to fall deeply in love with the ocean. wide smile constantly in place, you’ve come to terms with your loneliness and every so often, you visit your parents and place fresh flowers on their final resting places.

— lana condor. twenty. cisfemale. she/her.  ↷ well if it isn’t grace chau chuong, augustine’s very own cynosure who’s been living here for two months in the downtown augustine apartments. she is currently working as a sales assistant at blackbird boutique and has been known to be histrionic and munificent. → millennial pink, an aesthetically pleasing instagram feed that you try so hard to keep up with ; freud gathers dust upon a desk you haven’t dared to set eyes upon. raspberry vodka burns highways the minute it passes cherry-chapstick brims, leather jackets and floral sundresses, lana del rey sings dulcet tones from the depths of your bedroom. fairy lights and a self-love drawer in your bedside table, chipped pink nail varnish and piercings your mothers don’t know about — would they scream if they knew what you were up to, my love ?

originally born in ho chi minh city, vietnam, you are adopted by a lesbian couple who swiftly move you to the united states. you spend most of your childhood growing up in salem, massachussetts, but your mothers take you on regular holidays to vietnam so that you can learn about your culture and your origins.

all throughout your childhood, you are a brilliant child with obvious ambitions. you’re reading novels by the time you’re 3,  speaking coherently and with ease when you were even younger. bright eyes and brilliant smile are matched equally, if not more so, with superb brains and sharp sense --- your mothers are so proud of you.

adolescence is a progression into a whole new world: you discover first kisses under the shade of old trees, clove cigarettes that leave sweet kisses upon glossy brims, sips of alcohol that has your face scrunching and body shaking. your focus on your education wavers, but you pull a strong 4.0 the entirety of your high school career. teachers adore your individual takes on essays and the skill you have with language. you dip in and out of debate teams, art groups, even do a short stint in a bad band --- it seems like whatever you try your hand at, you manage with ease.

at nineteen, you start making the conscious decision to move and a small beachside town catches your interest --- it’s far from home, and

since leaving home, your ‘wild side’ has emerged --- there are six new piercings in your ear, a few on your body, and you’re contemplating a tattoo. you’ve yet to even think about applying to colleges, and really, you’re not all that sure you’re even willing to apply. you just want to have fun, and frankly, that’s what you’re doing.

— charlie heaton. twenty-three. cismale. pronouns.  ↷ well if it isn’t rhys daniel macdougall, augustine’s very own quandary who’s been living here for two years in the melvin heights trailer park. he is currently studying as a fine arts student and has been known to be deleterious and lackadaisical. → sandy beaches are so far away from home, so far away from glacial, bitter english streets ; pinched scowl and muted, choked-out syllables, ink-stained stems and evanescent smiles that condense just like the smoke that unfurls off of your cheap cigarettes. flannels with holes in the sleeves, jeans that you’ve torn to pieces through overuse and overlove, a collection of bottles you find on the shore and sketch when insomnia chases you into what passes for a living room. vinyl records ( your father’s collection ), burning ardor for organised chaos and cheap wine ( all your mother’s ), six feet deep in vintage sadness and antique wanderlust ( a product all of your own, my dearest. ) 

you’re born british through and through --- weaned onto weak tea that grows progressively stronger, your art gallery curator father and socialite mother only want the best for you. from the moment you can walk, you’re enrolled in only the best --- private kindergartens, private primary schools ; an array of tutors leave you painfully bored and painfully clever.

you have everything you could ever want or need, and you only get progressively more bored with your life. gala functions are no source of entertainment anymore, not until you start sneaking glasses of champagne and smoking in the bathrooms with a window cracked open. as you grow older, you realise that your parents love the idea of children rather than having children --- they lie and say they care and want the best, but you’ve been left to the care of nannies for as long as you dare to remember. 

embittered by what seems like a lack of emotional love and too much of the material kind, you set out to destroy the own public image that they have cultivated for you --- drug scandals, boozy nights, you are eighteen and you taste nothing but revenge on plush brims. your plan works, because by the time you turn twenty-one, your name is nothing but ash and they exile you to america. you’ve never been happier than when you step on the plane that leads away from what you’ve come to view as your own personal hell.

you get to reinvent yourself in augustine, and that’s exactly what you do. you make a conscious decision to lock yourself away in your cheap little trailer, cover it with art and the relics of a past life. you enroll yourself in university when you first move, and you develop a strong affinity for the fine arts. you find yourself stained with paint most every day, and you’ve yet to tire of it.

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fic rec some of your fav b!h??

okay okay anon you asked the right person !! actually i read fics on russian but a lot of them are translated from english sooo here’s a list of my favourite b!h stories: 

honey, you've got me jumping off the wall 

louis' rich and (thinks) he's famous. harry's broke and wants to be famous. zayn's a gucci model who only plays xbox and somehow ends up working everything out.

when i saw your face i fell in love 

"Can I get a kids menu?""If you call me daddy."

or a stupid au where louis is a waiter and harry isnt and liam doesn't think you can fall in love in half an hour but louis insists he has

nonstop earthquake dreams of you 

And there's heat behind it, blazing, plasmatic, like stars crashing together, like an explosion in space, like a supernova, like a black hole--everything else sucked out of existence. There's no bed and there's no pillow and they're not lying down, just floating somewhere, somehow, and there's no room and there's no X Factor house and there's no Niall snuffling or Liam's deep, even breathing and there's no wind or traffic outside and there's no hum of the heating unit and it's all just Louis. All encompassingly Louis.

or, harry falls hard and finds louis already at the bottom

Two Halves of a Blue Sky 

Harry had tried to get used to the attention fame had brought him - had learned to at least pretend to deal with the rumours and speculation about every aspect of his life, had learned to pretend to be all right with the paparazzi shadowing his every move, had learned to pretend to cope with too-many-fans mobbing him whenever he went anywhere - but after being outed all too publicly, it all became too much. A break from it all on island in the middle of the Pacific, far away from everything and anything seemed to be just the sort of thing Harry needed.

A distraction was even better, especially when it came in the form of a gorgeous surfing instructor with a smile that could outshine the sun - even if a summer romance hadn't been on the original agenda. A heart-shaped island in the middle of the ocean was probably sort of place to fall in love. But Louis had his own reasons for being in Tavarua, and those might just mean that neither of them get the happy ending they're looking for.

Notting Hill-esque AU set in Fiji.

a million roses (bathed in rock n' roll) 

au. harry sings in smoky dive bars; louis misses his flight home. they go to coney island in the morning.

(aka - harry is lana del rey, and louis makes him a star.)

I Like the Way You Bend for Me, Baby (b!l in the sequel)

Uni AU, in which Harry is a part-time yoga instructor with rock hard nipples and skin-tight leggings, and Louis most definitely isn’t charmed.

Loving You Is Free 

Louis is a workaholic record label CEO who hasn't been on a date in nearly a year. Niall and Liam make an account for him on a sugar dating website as a joke. And then Louis meets Harry.

baby you've got me tied down 

Harry sort of has a thing for being tied up during sex.

You Don't Need Me To Show The Way 

But right there, on Harry's iPod, is a folder entitled Lou Sappy Sappy Long Indie Hipster 80's Love Songs Mixtape.

Louis expects a sappy mix tape. He might even expect his own shitty versions of Foo Fighter songs. What he doesn't expect is clicking on "AUD-20101223" and suddenly hearing loud moaning. He gasps and scrambles to pause it, so shocked the iPod drops right to Harry's stomach. Harry looks absolutely mortified, even more than he did when Louis played High School Musical. He's blushing so furiously his face bypassed rosy straight to flaming red, and his mouth is closing and opening like he can't think of a single thing to say.

Then Louis starts laughing uproariously. "Hiiii, I'm Harry from Cheshire, when I'm on the road I like listening to indie music and gay porn."

Or, 2011 fic where Harry rides dick for the first time and Louis appreciates technology.

Are You Gonna Be My Girl? 

"You…" Harry touches his own mouth, teasing. "You ate her pussy?"

"Yeah." Louis stops playing with Harry's cock and gropes his arse again, pulling his cheeks apart and pushing them back together over the thong. "Want me to eat yours?"

Louis reenacts his first time, and Harry wants to be his good girl.

Keep on Dreaming, This is Hollywood 

Louis Tomlinson, a pop star manager, makes his way to LA with a pop star (and his new music demands) and a very busy schedule.

Harry Styles came to Los Angeles with a dream and ended up sharing a flat and an occupation with a male prostitute from Ireland.

What happens when Louis meets Harry, and makes him an offer he can't refuse?

AKA A Pretty Woman AU where Louis is the high-powered businessman and Harry is the hooker. No, there is no necklace scene, but there is definitely piano sex.

it's been awhile (since i've felt butterflies) 

In which Louis works in an ice cream parlor and Harry is Gemma's cute little brother who starts working there, as well.

Bring Your Body Baby (I Could Bring You Fame) 

Eighteen year old Harry Styles just graduated high school and landed a summer job as a waterboy for his favorite football team. His job description is simple: be ready to hand water and towels to players if needed. That didn’t seem to include Louis Tomlinson though, a twenty-three year old, recently transferred Paris Saint-German player, who seems to like making Harry’s job much more difficult than it has to be.

OR  

A self-indulgent AU that takes place over the summer of 2015. 18 year old Harry hates pining after people he can't have, and 23 year old footballer Louis loves flirting with people even though it never means anything.

amaryllis 

"Where are we?""Um. A little while out of London?" Niall tries, seemingly the only one willing to not be mysterious and provide Harry with information, and. Oh. "London London? As in, the capital of England London?" he asks, just in case he'd misheard. "No, the other London," Louis laughs, low and biting. He comes closer finally, the moonlight just enough to reveal a sharp-cut jaw and pale skin. "Sorry, Pup."Nobody's ever called Harry a "pup". Frankly, he finds it quite insulting, but he lets it slide to try and comprehend his current crisis.

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If you’ve never been to Oceanside on a visit to San Diego, make it a must-see this year. This coastal city, affectionately dubbed O’side by residents, is one of only 14 designated California Cultural Districts in the state. Easy to get to, it’s the last stop on a Coaster ride from downtown San Diego to North County.

Once thought of primarily as a military town with Camp Pendleton on its northern edge, it’s come into its own with a burgeoning culinary and art scene that includes new restaurants, wineries, and breweries, plus emerging cultural, artistic, and tourist attractions. The many things to do in Oceanside won’t disappoint.

Hit the Oceanside Beach

It’s SoCal, after all, so the beach usually tops everyone’s must-do list. Oceanside has plenty of choices with nine public beaches. Perhaps the most popular Oceanside beach is Pier View South on the south side of Oceanside Pier. It’s adjacent to Pier View North. It’s also a short walk down The Strand to Tyson Street Beach and Wisconsin Street Beach.

Harbor Beach, adjacent to Oceanside Harbor, is the largest beach in Oceanside and is equally popular. Both beaches are lifeguard protected and have numerous amenities. Paid parking lots fill up fast. The blocks surrounding the pier have paid parking, but a street parking is free a couple of short blocks away (if you can find space).

Walk, Drive, or Pedal The Strand

The Strand is a 1.5-mile-long street that runs parallel to the Oceanside shoreline from Breakwater Way on the northern end to Wisconsin Avenue on the southern end.

All summer, you’ll see cars crawling along The Strand as people check out the waves and the crowded beach scene. Cars share the one-way, single-lane street with pedestrians, dog walkers, bicyclists, and surreys.

Dine on the Oceanside Pier

Historic Oceanside Pier is the largest wooden pier on the West Coast. It’s a two-minute walk from downtown and a four-minute walk from the Coaster station.

This neighborhood icon provides visitors with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and is a favored spot to watch whale migrations and frolicking dolphins. Ruby’s Diner, a Swing Era inspired eatery, sits at the end of the pier serving classic American fare including hamburgers with fries, sandwiches, soups, salads, milkshakes, and fabulous views.

Fishing is allowed on the pier, and there is a bait shop at the pier’s halfway point. You can get great photos of the coastline from the end of the pier.

Make It a Family Day at Tyson Street Beach and Park

Tyson Street Park includes Tyson Beach. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you see Lifeguard Tower 5 on the beach. You can access the park via The Strand, which runs between the grassy park and the sandy beach. Another access point is at the top of the hill at Pacific Street.

There is a colorful multi-level stairway leading from the metered parking above to the park. You’ll find picnic tables with benches, a public telephone, restroom and shower facilities, an expansive grassy area for lounging, a children’s playground, and of course beach access across The Strand. The beach between the flags is marked for swimming only, no surfing.

Channel Your Inner Hodad at The California Surf Museum

Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or a dedicated hodad, you know that enthusiasm for surf history and surfing, in general, is peaking. The California Surf Museum is an international repository for surf history, presenting all aspects of the surf lifestyle and culture to the public.

Be awed by surfboards, surfing equipment, bios of surf greats, surf art, memorabilia, photos, videos, magazines, and all things surf related on your visit to one of the best things to do in Oceanside.

Experience Regional Art at Oceanside Museum of Art

Oceanside Museum of Art is located blocks from the beach on Pier View Way with views of the ocean and Oceanside Pier.

This fine arts museum presents regional and international exhibitions of contemporary art designed to surprise and engage visitors. You can expect landscape paintings, art quilts, architectural glass, studio furniture, neon sculptures, and other examples of fine art that represent community culture.

Kids will appreciate the interactive nature of the museum.

Take a Self-Guided Mural Tour

You can learn a lot about a community through their public art, particularly their street art. Oceanside, which is a state-recognized cultural district, has several vibrant murals throughout the city that pop off walls to grab your attention.

See all two dozen of them on a self-guided tour that follows a carefully designed map from your smartphone. Drive or bike the route and soak in the Oceanside vibe.

Explore Oceanside Harbor Village

One of Oceanside’s favorite waterfronts is picturesque Oceanside Harbor Village. You’ll find a collection of nautical-inspired souvenir, gift, and apparel boutique shops, and casual to upscale waterfront dining.

Popular things to do in Oceanside here include renting paddleboards and kayaks for a cruise around the harbor, joining a sport fishing excursion, or simply fishing from the harbor pier.

A wide sidewalk with occasional benches encircles the harbor for seal-watching or a relaxing sunset stroll. Paid parking lots are conveniently located all around the harbor, and a free lot is on the east end through a tunnel.

Taste the Wines of Orfila Vineyards & Winery

SoCal wineries have established themselves as a competitive California wine force, and Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Escondido is among them. The vineyard has been a San Pasqual Valley wine producer for 25 years, but they just opened their new tasting room in Oceanside in 2019.

Known for French and Italian varietals, guests can choose from the winery’s standard six tastings, or the expanded eight tastings, plus glass. A menu of small plates is available. They also host music, art, comedy, trivia, and other events, so check their schedule to see what’s on tap during your visit.

Hit the Links at Oceanside Municipal Golf Course

If you’re ready for some golfing in Oceanside, the Oceanside Municipal Golf Course in the San Luis Rey Valley is the place. This 18-hole public course overlooks the valley’s scenic hillsides and native habitat.

The course has a grass practice range, two well-manicured putting greens, a grill for light bites, and a bar for post-round relaxation. The course hosts annual qualifying matches for the PGA Farmers Insurance Open held at Torrey Pines.

Take a Selfie on Waverider Helicopter Tours

Here’s a new attraction to Oceanside that’s a perfect fit for ‘adventure selfie culture.’ Impress your friends with an Instagram photo of your feet dangling from a helicopter high above the Oceanside Pier and the Pacific Ocean. You can do that and more aboard Waverider Helicopter Tours.

Rides go from ten minutes to 75 minutes for up to three passengers at a time. Get a bird’s-eye view of Coastal California from Laguna Beach to downtown San Diego and inland to wine country. Ask for the Ultimate Selfie Package.

Learn California Mission History at Mission San Luis Rey

Dubbed the King of Missions, Mission San Luis Rey is the largest mission in California. The extraordinary architecture at The Mission includes hand-painted colorful murals, hand-carved wood doors, original hand-hammered copper baptismal font, and numerous Baroque and Classical updates.

The architectural beauty alone is worth a visit. Self-guided and docent-led tours are available. There is also a museum and gift shop on-site.

Surf the Waves with Sumo Surf Tubes

UP Sports Oceanside Surf Shop has added a newcomer to its range of water sports equipment — sumo surf tubes.

You can rent these wacky looking red-and-gold inflatable surf suits and hit Oceanside’s famously consistent waves for the entire day for only $25. You can even rent them by the week at discounted rates. If standing on a surfboard isn’t your thing, enjoy the thrill of the wave anyway with a sumo surf suit.

Attend an Event at Junior Seau Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre

The Junior Seau Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre, located next to the Oceanside Pier on Pier View South Beach, has been a local landmark since its original construction in 1919.

The famous amphitheater has hosted everything from the annual Samoan Cultural Celebration to live sunset jazz performances to sustainability festivals. The versatile venue hosts numerous cultural and community events year-round, but particularly in the summer, so check the schedule.

Learn Natural History at Buena Vista Audubon Society Nature Center

Located on Oceanside’s southern end, the Buena Vista Audubon Society Nature Center is the perfect place to spend a few hours with the kids learning about local natural history and the importance of conservation efforts by everyone.

The nature center provides opportunities to explore the lagoon and birdlife, native plants, and endangered species at the lagoon in an interactive and informative environment.

Get Your Adrenaline Pumping at GoJump Oceanside

For the adrenaline junkies of the group, GoJump Oceanside has just the thrill you’re looking for. It’s SoCal’s only tandem sky-dive experience with Pacific Ocean views.

You and your instructor step off the custom-built Sky-dive Aircraft at 13,000 feet within a mile of the Oceanside shoreline and take in full ocean views during the entire free fall. You’ll find the Sky-dive Center on Oceanside’s northern end at 480 Airport Road off the 76.

Join a Whale Watching Excursion

Whale watching is a classic SoCal experience, and there’s no better place to catch a whale watching excursion than Oceanside Harbor. The best time to go is from December to April when gray whales are migrating to breeding grounds off Baja, Mexico, and passing by the San Diego/Oceanside coastline.

Tours go year-round though, because there are always other spectacular marine mammals around, including sea lions, dolphins, and blue whales. Head to Helgren’s at Oceanside Harbor for experienced captains, and licensed boats with up-to-date equipment. 

fishing pier is your spot. It’s set in idyllic surroundings where the view is beautiful and always changing.

There are plenty of nearby amenities, including restrooms and places to eat. Street parking is free.

Step Back in Time at Heritage Park Village and Museum

Walking through Heritage Park Village and Museum is like walking through downtown Oceanside at the turn of the century.

The buildings assembled in this heritage village are original structures like Oceanside’s first General Store, Portola Inn, Libby School, Blacksmith Shop & Livery Stable, The Blade Newspaper, a doctor’s office, and the city jail. You can visit the charming historic park Wednesdays through Sundays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guided tours are available on weekends.

Explore the Local Art Scene at First Friday Oceanside ArtWalk

First Friday Oceanside ArtWalk is a self-guided art walk along Artist Alley in Oceanside. It’s the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Visitors will see all kinds of art by local artists. Pop-up art galleries include custom jewelry, painting and portraiture, glasswork, woodwork, live music, dance performances, and poetry among other artistic expressions. Find Artist Alley a half-block east of Coast Highway between Mission Avenue and Pier View Way.

Join the Fun at Thursday Sunset Market

Oceanside’s Thursday Sunset Market goes beyond your typical farmers’ market. If that’s all you’re looking for, no problem, just come earlier in the day. After dark, it grows into a hot spot of eating, shopping, and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.

The market features live music, foods from around the world, an arts and crafts fair, and a farmers’ market all rolled into one.

Cruise The Strand with Wheel Fun Surreys

Wheel Fun Rentals is located beachside at the Oceanside Pier. It’s the perfect spot to grab a wheeled rental to cruise up and down The Strand alongside the beautiful, blue Pacific Ocean.

Though they rent an array of sports equipment, including bikes, specialty bikes, standup paddleboards, and more, colorful surreys provide the most family fun.

Go Deep Sea Fishing

Deep sea fishing excursions leave from Oceanside Harbor daily. You can join half-day, full-day, multiday, twilight, and nighttime fishing excursions with Helgren’s Sportfishing and Whale Watching Center.

They’ve been guiding fishing trips for over 40 years, know all the best spots, and what fish to expect where and when. Their boats are USCG licensed and equipped with state-of-the-art navigation, safety, fish-finding, and communication equipment.

Watch the Paul Mitchell NEON Supergirl Pro

There’s a surfing competition of one sort or another nearly all summer thanks to the great waves off of the Oceanside coastline. The biggest annual event is the all-female Paul Mitchell NEON Supergirl Pro, where top female surfers from around the world come to compete and share the surf lifestyle.

You’ll see more than 150 top female pro athletes from surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. The wildly popular event includes sustainability organizations, surf industry village, seminars, fashion, yoga, pro autographs, free Paul Mitchell hairstyling, music, and food, plus the planet’s best female surfing.

Experience Your First Grunion Run

If you’ve never experienced a SoCal ‘Grunion Run,’ here’s how it’s done. First, a grunion run is when thousands of little silvery fish ride the waves onto the beach at night to spawn. To experience it, you’ll need to time your visit with the most likely beaches on three- to four-day intervals occurring just after high tide following a full or new moon.

If that seems like too much calculating, you can also Ride O’side and stop by the Oceanside Welcome Center and grab a pocket map of routes and sightseeing opportunities. (Please scooter with care.)

Indulge in Authentic Japanese Fare at Ramen MENMA

Fresh on the culinary scene from Tokyo, Japan, four-time Michelin Bib Gourmand Master Chef Ryuichiro Shinagawa, recently opened Ramen MENMA on Mission Boulevard just off Coast Highway. You can expect authentic Japanese gourmet ramen handcrafted from natural ingredients — no artificial seasonings or chemicals.

Ramen dishes come in standard, deluxe, and mega portions; hot and cold dishes; and vegan options. The restaurant has a long list of Japanese-inspired appetizers, plus wine, beer, and saki. You can top off your meal with mochi ice cream in four flavors.

Take a Culinary Journey at Exhale

Exhale is a newcomer to the Oceanside culinary scene and has taken the city by storm. With a unique fusion of white oak wood-fired, grilled, and smoked Mexican dishes, this culinary journey is a must. Their signature handmade blue corn tortillas from Oaxaca sourced masa provide the canvas for Chef Daniel’s creative cuisine.

The modern, chic restaurant has an urban vibe with garage-door-style windows, stainless steel finishes, a black and gray color palette, edgy street-style art, and casual outdoor dining. You can expect dishes like smoked brisket tacos with mole Oaxaca, peanuts, queso blanco, grilled spring onions, and grasshopper crema.

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Grab Dinner with a View Hello Betty Fish House

Does it get any better than seafood with an ocean view? Hello Betty Fish House is an Oceanside favorite serving fish tacos, peel and eat shrimp, grilled fish platters, steamed mussels, Baja ceviche, and so much more.

The two-level restaurant with a beachy vibe is at the corner of Mission Avenue and Meyers Street, a block from the Oceanside Pier and South Pier Beach. The restaurant has Happy Hour on the rooftop deck Monday through Friday, brunch Saturdays and Sundays, Taco Tuesdays, and premier sunset views every day.

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Experience History at The Fin Hotel

The Fin Hotel is a 27-room boutique hotel on Oceanside Boulevard that’s within walking distance of downtown, the beach, and the Coaster. The historic hotel was built in 1927 and was all the rage with LA celebrities in the 1930s and 1940s.

After a long period of decline, it was recently renovated in 2018. Guests can expect tastefully reclaimed historic charm combined with modern amenities — simultaneously elegant and straightforward.

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30 Things to Do in Oceanside, California

If you’ve never been to Oceanside on a visit to San Diego, make it a must-see this year. This coastal city, affectionately dubbed O’side by residents, is one of only 14 designated California Cultural Districts in the state. Easy to get to, it’s the last stop on a Coaster ride from downtown San Diego to North County.

Once thought of primarily as a military town with Camp Pendleton on its northern edge, it’s come into its own with a burgeoning culinary and art scene that includes new restaurants, wineries, and breweries, plus emerging cultural, artistic, and tourist attractions. The many things to do in Oceanside won’t disappoint.

Hit the Oceanside Beach

It’s SoCal, after all, so the beach usually tops everyone’s must-do list. Oceanside has plenty of choices with nine public beaches. Perhaps the most popular Oceanside beach is Pier View South on the south side of Oceanside Pier. It’s adjacent to Pier View North. It’s also a short walk down The Strand to Tyson Street Beach and Wisconsin Street Beach.

Harbor Beach, adjacent to Oceanside Harbor, is the largest beach in Oceanside and is equally popular. Both beaches are lifeguard protected and have numerous amenities. Paid parking lots fill up fast. The blocks surrounding the pier have paid parking, but a street parking is free a couple of short blocks away (if you can find space).

Walk, Drive, or Pedal The Strand

The Strand is a 1.5-mile-long street that runs parallel to the Oceanside shoreline from Breakwater Way on the northern end to Wisconsin Avenue on the southern end.

All summer, you’ll see cars crawling along The Strand as people check out the waves and the crowded beach scene. Cars share the one-way, single-lane street with pedestrians, dog walkers, bicyclists, and surreys.

Dine on the Oceanside Pier

Historic Oceanside Pier is the largest wooden pier on the West Coast. It’s a two-minute walk from downtown and a four-minute walk from the Coaster station.

This neighborhood icon provides visitors with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and is a favored spot to watch whale migrations and frolicking dolphins. Ruby’s Diner, a Swing Era inspired eatery, sits at the end of the pier serving classic American fare including hamburgers with fries, sandwiches, soups, salads, milkshakes, and fabulous views.

Fishing is allowed on the pier, and there is a bait shop at the pier’s halfway point. You can get great photos of the coastline from the end of the pier.

Make It a Family Day at Tyson Street Beach and Park

Tyson Street Park includes Tyson Beach. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you see Lifeguard Tower 5 on the beach. You can access the park via The Strand, which runs between the grassy park and the sandy beach. Another access point is at the top of the hill at Pacific Street.

There is a colorful multi-level stairway leading from the metered parking above to the park. You’ll find picnic tables with benches, a public telephone, restroom and shower facilities, an expansive grassy area for lounging, a children’s playground, and of course beach access across The Strand. The beach between the flags is marked for swimming only, no surfing.

Channel Your Inner Hodad at The California Surf Museum

Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or a dedicated hodad, you know that enthusiasm for surf history and surfing, in general, is peaking. The California Surf Museum is an international repository for surf history, presenting all aspects of the surf lifestyle and culture to the public.

Be awed by surfboards, surfing equipment, bios of surf greats, surf art, memorabilia, photos, videos, magazines, and all things surf related on your visit to one of the best things to do in Oceanside.

Experience Regional Art at Oceanside Museum of Art

Oceanside Museum of Art is located blocks from the beach on Pier View Way with views of the ocean and Oceanside Pier.

This fine arts museum presents regional and international exhibitions of contemporary art designed to surprise and engage visitors. You can expect landscape paintings, art quilts, architectural glass, studio furniture, neon sculptures, and other examples of fine art that represent community culture.

Kids will appreciate the interactive nature of the museum.

Take a Self-Guided Mural Tour

You can learn a lot about a community through their public art, particularly their street art. Oceanside, which is a state-recognized cultural district, has several vibrant murals throughout the city that pop off walls to grab your attention.

See all two dozen of them on a self-guided tour that follows a carefully designed map from your smartphone. Drive or bike the route and soak in the Oceanside vibe.

Explore Oceanside Harbor Village

One of Oceanside’s favorite waterfronts is picturesque Oceanside Harbor Village. You’ll find a collection of nautical-inspired souvenir, gift, and apparel boutique shops, and casual to upscale waterfront dining.

Popular things to do in Oceanside here include renting paddleboards and kayaks for a cruise around the harbor, joining a sport fishing excursion, or simply fishing from the harbor pier.

A wide sidewalk with occasional benches encircles the harbor for seal-watching or a relaxing sunset stroll. Paid parking lots are conveniently located all around the harbor, and a free lot is on the east end through a tunnel.

Taste the Wines of Orfila Vineyards & Winery

SoCal wineries have established themselves as a competitive California wine force, and Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Escondido is among them. The vineyard has been a San Pasqual Valley wine producer for 25 years, but they just opened their new tasting room in Oceanside in 2019.

Known for French and Italian varietals, guests can choose from the winery’s standard six tastings, or the expanded eight tastings, plus glass. A menu of small plates is available. They also host music, art, comedy, trivia, and other events, so check their schedule to see what’s on tap during your visit.

Hit the Links at Oceanside Municipal Golf Course

If you’re ready for some golfing in Oceanside, the Oceanside Municipal Golf Course in the San Luis Rey Valley is the place. This 18-hole public course overlooks the valley’s scenic hillsides and native habitat.

The course has a grass practice range, two well-manicured putting greens, a grill for light bites, and a bar for post-round relaxation. The course hosts annual qualifying matches for the PGA Farmers Insurance Open held at Torrey Pines.

Take a Selfie on Waverider Helicopter Tours

Here’s a new attraction to Oceanside that’s a perfect fit for ‘adventure selfie culture.’ Impress your friends with an Instagram photo of your feet dangling from a helicopter high above the Oceanside Pier and the Pacific Ocean. You can do that and more aboard Waverider Helicopter Tours.

Rides go from ten minutes to 75 minutes for up to three passengers at a time. Get a bird’s-eye view of Coastal California from Laguna Beach to downtown San Diego and inland to wine country. Ask for the Ultimate Selfie Package.

Learn California Mission History at Mission San Luis Rey

Dubbed the King of Missions, Mission San Luis Rey is the largest mission in California. The extraordinary architecture at The Mission includes hand-painted colorful murals, hand-carved wood doors, original hand-hammered copper baptismal font, and numerous Baroque and Classical updates.

The architectural beauty alone is worth a visit. Self-guided and docent-led tours are available. There is also a museum and gift shop on-site.

Surf the Waves with Sumo Surf Tubes

UP Sports Oceanside Surf Shop has added a newcomer to its range of water sports equipment — sumo surf tubes.

You can rent these wacky looking red-and-gold inflatable surf suits and hit Oceanside’s famously consistent waves for the entire day for only $25. You can even rent them by the week at discounted rates. If standing on a surfboard isn’t your thing, enjoy the thrill of the wave anyway with a sumo surf suit.

Attend an Event at Junior Seau Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre

The Junior Seau Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre, located next to the Oceanside Pier on Pier View South Beach, has been a local landmark since its original construction in 1919.

The famous amphitheater has hosted everything from the annual Samoan Cultural Celebration to live sunset jazz performances to sustainability festivals. The versatile venue hosts numerous cultural and community events year-round, but particularly in the summer, so check the schedule.

Learn Natural History at Buena Vista Audubon Society Nature Center

Located on Oceanside’s southern end, the Buena Vista Audubon Society Nature Center is the perfect place to spend a few hours with the kids learning about local natural history and the importance of conservation efforts by everyone.

The nature center provides opportunities to explore the lagoon and birdlife, native plants, and endangered species at the lagoon in an interactive and informative environment.

Get Your Adrenaline Pumping at GoJump Oceanside

For the adrenaline junkies of the group, GoJump Oceanside has just the thrill you’re looking for. It’s SoCal’s only tandem sky-dive experience with Pacific Ocean views.

You and your instructor step off the custom-built Sky-dive Aircraft at 13,000 feet within a mile of the Oceanside shoreline and take in full ocean views during the entire free fall. You’ll find the Sky-dive Center on Oceanside’s northern end at 480 Airport Road off the 76.

Join a Whale Watching Excursion

Whale watching is a classic SoCal experience, and there’s no better place to catch a whale watching excursion than Oceanside Harbor. The best time to go is from December to April when gray whales are migrating to breeding grounds off Baja, Mexico, and passing by the San Diego/Oceanside coastline.

Tours go year-round though, because there are always other spectacular marine mammals around, including sea lions, dolphins, and blue whales. Head to Helgren’s at Oceanside Harbor for experienced captains, and licensed boats with up-to-date equipment. 

Book a Whale Watching Tour

Fish from Oceanside Harbor Fishing Pier

If you’re the laid back type fisherman who likes to catch a good bass, jacksmelt, croaker or perch without a whole lot of effort or fanfare, the Oceanside Harbor fishing pier is your spot. It’s set in idyllic surroundings where the view is beautiful and always changing.

There are plenty of nearby amenities, including restrooms and places to eat. Street parking is free.

Step Back in Time at Heritage Park Village and Museum

Walking through Heritage Park Village and Museum is like walking through downtown Oceanside at the turn of the century.

The buildings assembled in this heritage village are original structures like Oceanside’s first General Store, Portola Inn, Libby School, Blacksmith Shop & Livery Stable, The Blade Newspaper, a doctor’s office, and the city jail. You can visit the charming historic park Wednesdays through Sundays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guided tours are available on weekends.

Explore the Local Art Scene at First Friday Oceanside ArtWalk

First Friday Oceanside ArtWalk is a self-guided art walk along Artist Alley in Oceanside. It’s the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Visitors will see all kinds of art by local artists. Pop-up art galleries include custom jewelry, painting and portraiture, glasswork, woodwork, live music, dance performances, and poetry among other artistic expressions. Find Artist Alley a half-block east of Coast Highway between Mission Avenue and Pier View Way.

Join the Fun at Thursday Sunset Market

Oceanside’s Thursday Sunset Market goes beyond your typical farmers’ market. If that’s all you’re looking for, no problem, just come earlier in the day. After dark, it grows into a hot spot of eating, shopping, and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.

The market features live music, foods from around the world, an arts and crafts fair, and a farmers’ market all rolled into one.

Cruise The Strand with Wheel Fun Surreys

Wheel Fun Rentals is located beachside at the Oceanside Pier. It’s the perfect spot to grab a wheeled rental to cruise up and down The Strand alongside the beautiful, blue Pacific Ocean.

Though they rent an array of sports equipment, including bikes, specialty bikes, standup paddleboards, and more, colorful surreys provide the most family fun.

Go Deep Sea Fishing

Deep sea fishing excursions leave from Oceanside Harbor daily. You can join half-day, full-day, multiday, twilight, and nighttime fishing excursions with Helgren’s Sportfishing and Whale Watching Center.

They’ve been guiding fishing trips for over 40 years, know all the best spots, and what fish to expect where and when. Their boats are USCG licensed and equipped with state-of-the-art navigation, safety, fish-finding, and communication equipment.

Watch the Paul Mitchell NEON Supergirl Pro

There’s a surfing competition of one sort or another nearly all summer thanks to the great waves off of the Oceanside coastline. The biggest annual event is the all-female Paul Mitchell NEON Supergirl Pro, where top female surfers from around the world come to compete and share the surf lifestyle.

You’ll see more than 150 top female pro athletes from surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. The wildly popular event includes sustainability organizations, surf industry village, seminars, fashion, yoga, pro autographs, free Paul Mitchell hairstyling, music, and food, plus the planet’s best female surfing.

Experience Your First Grunion Run

If you’ve never experienced a SoCal ‘Grunion Run,’ here’s how it’s done. First, a grunion run is when thousands of little silvery fish ride the waves onto the beach at night to spawn. To experience it, you’ll need to time your visit with the most likely beaches on three- to four-day intervals occurring just after high tide following a full or new moon.

If that seems like too much calculating, you can also grab a Grunion Run schedule from the CA Department of Fish and Wildlife. Kids love this, so don’t miss out.

Ride O’side Scooters

If you’re looking for an eco-friendly activity that’s tons of fun, electric Model Fat Tire Scooters may fill the bill. The fat tires make them easy for anyone to balance on, and they’re so low to the ground you can either sit or stand while making your way around town.

The scooters are approved for bike lanes and trails and reach speeds of up to 20 mph. Rent at Ride O’side and stop by the Oceanside Welcome Center and grab a pocket map of routes and sightseeing opportunities. (Please scooter with care.)

Indulge in Authentic Japanese Fare at Ramen MENMA

Fresh on the culinary scene from Tokyo, Japan, four-time Michelin Bib Gourmand Master Chef Ryuichiro Shinagawa, recently opened Ramen MENMA on Mission Boulevard just off Coast Highway. You can expect authentic Japanese gourmet ramen handcrafted from natural ingredients — no artificial seasonings or chemicals.

Ramen dishes come in standard, deluxe, and mega portions; hot and cold dishes; and vegan options. The restaurant has a long list of Japanese-inspired appetizers, plus wine, beer, and saki. You can top off your meal with mochi ice cream in four flavors.

Take a Culinary Journey at Exhale

Exhale is a newcomer to the Oceanside culinary scene and has taken the city by storm. With a unique fusion of white oak wood-fired, grilled, and smoked Mexican dishes, this culinary journey is a must. Their signature handmade blue corn tortillas from Oaxaca sourced masa provide the canvas for Chef Daniel’s creative cuisine.

The modern, chic restaurant has an urban vibe with garage-door-style windows, stainless steel finishes, a black and gray color palette, edgy street-style art, and casual outdoor dining. You can expect dishes like smoked brisket tacos with mole Oaxaca, peanuts, queso blanco, grilled spring onions, and grasshopper crema.

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Grab Dinner with a View Hello Betty Fish House

Does it get any better than seafood with an ocean view? Hello Betty Fish House is an Oceanside favorite serving fish tacos, peel and eat shrimp, grilled fish platters, steamed mussels, Baja ceviche, and so much more.

The two-level restaurant with a beachy vibe is at the corner of Mission Avenue and Meyers Street, a block from the Oceanside Pier and South Pier Beach. The restaurant has Happy Hour on the rooftop deck Monday through Friday, brunch Saturdays and Sundays, Taco Tuesdays, and premier sunset views every day.

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The Fin Hotel is a 27-room boutique hotel on Oceanside Boulevard that’s within walking distance of downtown, the beach, and the Coaster. The historic hotel was built in 1927 and was all the rage with LA celebrities in the 1930s and 1940s.

After a long period of decline, it was recently renovated in 2018. Guests can expect tastefully reclaimed historic charm combined with modern amenities — simultaneously elegant and straightforward.

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Ode To Sydney

read it on the AO3 at http://bit.ly/2KzxUvb

by Anonymous

Written for RTC Summer Vibes Reylo Fest 2019 Prompt: "Sure stranger, I'll help you find your bikini top/swim trunks."

Ben and Poe travel Down Under. Slang is used, driving on the left is the right way to do it, trams are under construction, thongs aren't underwear and if you checked the lost and found box at Manly Surf Life Saving Club, you'd find a suspicious pair of red boardshorts that helped two strangers find love.

Words: 10831, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English

Series: Part 1 of Ben & Poe Take on 'Straya

Fandoms: Star Wars Sequel Trilogy, Star Wars - All Media Types

Rating: Explicit

Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Categories: F/M

Characters: Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Ben Solo, Rey (Star Wars), Poe Dameron, Finn (Star Wars), Phasma (Star Wars)

Relationships: Rey/Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Rey/Ben Solo, Rey & Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Kylo Ren/Rey, Poe Dameron/Finn

Additional Tags: Here we go everyone, I've written a fic to complain about tourism, the crowds at Bondi, and the God damn Aussie heat, you might think this was inspired by Blue Hawaii and you'd be right, Phasma being called Phazza is the best character adaptation for an AU I've ever done, Ben and Poe are the best brothers, idc if it's OOC, Surf Instructor! Rey, Ocean Puns, It's me so of course I made a Manly joke, Ben Solo vs Nature, Ben be nakey, Rey is here for it, they're both terrible at playing it cool, Strangers to Lovers, can i still tag it, Mutual Pining, Teasing, my demi babies dont want a one time thing, Fluff and Smut, Shameless Smut, Attempt at Humor, (Psst Phasma is basically me guys-minus the bad driving), Phasma Ships It, basically a subtle travel guide, Sydney - Freeform, Manly Beach, Manly Ferry, Chinatown Sydney, Paddy's Markets, the spiral fountain is a real thing guys, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, I pronounce it wrong ironically, North Steyne, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, straya

read it on the AO3 at http://bit.ly/2KzxUvb

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Ode To Sydney

by Anonymous

Written for RTC Summer Vibes Reylo Fest 2019 Prompt: "Sure stranger, I'll help you find your bikini top/swim trunks."

Ben and Poe travel Down Under. Slang is used, driving on the left is the right way to do it, trams are under construction, thongs aren't underwear and if you checked the lost and found box at Manly Surf Life Saving Club, you'd find a suspicious pair of red boardshorts that helped two strangers find love.

Words: 10831, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English

Series: Part 1 of Ben & Poe Take on 'Straya

Fandoms: Star Wars Sequel Trilogy, Star Wars - All Media Types

Rating: Explicit

Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Categories: F/M

Characters: Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Ben Solo, Rey (Star Wars), Poe Dameron, Finn (Star Wars), Phasma (Star Wars)

Relationships: Rey/Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Rey/Ben Solo, Rey & Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Kylo Ren/Rey, Poe Dameron/Finn

Additional Tags: Here we go everyone, I've written a fic to complain about tourism, the crowds at Bondi, and the God damn Aussie heat, you might think this was inspired by Blue Hawaii and you'd be right, Phasma being called Phazza is the best character adaptation for an AU I've ever done, Ben and Poe are the best brothers, idc if it's OOC, Surf Instructor! Rey, Ocean Puns, It's me so of course I made a Manly joke, Ben Solo vs Nature, Ben be nakey, Rey is here for it, they're both terrible at playing it cool, Strangers to Lovers, can i still tag it, Mutual Pining, Teasing, my demi babies dont want a one time thing, Fluff and Smut, Shameless Smut, Attempt at Humor, (Psst Phasma is basically me guys-minus the bad driving), Phasma Ships It, basically a subtle travel guide, Sydney - Freeform, Manly Beach, Manly Ferry, Chinatown Sydney, Paddy's Markets, the spiral fountain is a real thing guys, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, I pronounce it wrong ironically, North Steyne, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, straya

read it on the AO3 at http://bit.ly/2KzxUvb

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via AO3 works tagged 'Star Wars - All Media Types' read it on AO3 at http://bit.ly/2KzxUvb Anonymous

by Anonymous

Written for RTC Summer Vibes Reylo Fest 2019 Prompt: "Sure stranger, I'll help you find your bikini top/swim trunks."

Ben and Poe travel Down Under. Slang is used, driving on the left is the right way to do it, trams are under construction, thongs aren't underwear and if you checked the lost and found box at Manly Surf Life Saving Club, you'd find a suspicious pair of red boardshorts that helped two strangers find love.

Words: 10831, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English

Series: Part 1 of Ben & Poe Take on 'Straya

Fandoms: Star Wars Sequel Trilogy, Star Wars - All Media Types

Rating: Explicit

Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Categories: F/M

Characters: Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Ben Solo, Rey (Star Wars), Poe Dameron, Finn (Star Wars), Phasma (Star Wars)

Relationships: Rey/Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Rey/Ben Solo, Rey & Ben Solo | Kylo Ren, Kylo Ren/Rey, Poe Dameron/Finn

Additional Tags: Here we go everyone, I've written a fic to complain about tourism, the crowds at Bondi, and the God damn Aussie heat, you might think this was inspired by Blue Hawaii and you'd be right, Phasma being called Phazza is the best character adaptation for an AU I've ever done, Ben and Poe are the best brothers, idc if it's OOC, Surf Instructor! Rey, Ocean Puns, It's me so of course I made a Manly joke, Ben Solo vs Nature, Ben be nakey, Rey is here for it, they're both terrible at playing it cool, Strangers to Lovers, can i still tag it, Mutual Pining, Teasing, my demi babies dont want a one time thing, Fluff and Smut, Shameless Smut, Attempt at Humor, (Psst Phasma is basically me guys-minus the bad driving), Phasma Ships It, basically a subtle travel guide, Sydney - Freeform, Manly Beach, Manly Ferry, Chinatown Sydney, Paddy's Markets, the spiral fountain is a real thing guys, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, I pronounce it wrong ironically, North Steyne, Alternate Universe - Modern Setting, straya

read it on AO3 at http://bit.ly/2KzxUvb

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Want even more opportunities for adventure wellness? Tickets for Wanderlust O’ahu are on sale now. 

If your version of a good day begins with a surf sesh alongside a Hawaiian sunrise and ends with a Yin and Reiki class led by an herbal healer, you’re part of what we call Adventure Wellness.” Adventure wellness enthusiasts love outdoor yoga classes, playing around on a stand-up paddleboard, and letting the salty sea water blanket their pores. If this speaks to you—read on.

To satisfy our adventure wellness readers, we’ve collected a handful of our favorite studios, brands, schools, and yoga activities in the Pacific area. Classes are littered throughout Southern California and Hawaii—perfect for those traveling to Wanderlust O’ahu or on their own version of an oceanic exploration. Check out some of the places below to start planning your next adventure wellness endeavor.

The Wellness of Oz

Follow the yellow brick yoga mat down to The Wellness of Oz, where you’ll meet Ozzie the herbal healer. The studio, located in Burbank, Los Angeles, is a dynamic, family-friendly space, offering a myriad of classes including (but definitely not limited to) slow flow Vinyasa, Kundalini, and restorative. In addition to yoga, Ozzie offers Reiki healing, nutritional assessments, and personal training, making this a one-stop shop for all of your adventure wellness needs.

Kaia FIT O’ahu

Kaia FIT is a woman-owned, woman-focused fitness club dedicated to creating powerful bodies and minds. They focus on team efforts, using compassion and community to help members achieve their fitness goal. The schedule includes cross-training and power-centric classes to inspire cardiovascular endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, balance, and accuracy. Workouts are designed to keep the mind moving and the bodies guessing—expect to feel present and invigorated if you pay them a visit.

YOGA4EWA

Located on Ewa Beach, Hawaii, this gorgeous studio appeals to those looking for variety within their yoga practice. YOGA4EWA offers a plethora of choices; pick and choose from Hatha, traditional Ashtanga, Vinyasa fusion, or the beloved sunrise Vinyasa at 7:30. Need some Vitamin D? You’re in luck, as many of their classes are hosted outside in the cabana. If you’re really looking from some outdoor adventure, you might want to consider one of their epic surf retreats—the next one goes to Bali!

Girl Get Outside

Meet Girls Get Outside, the lifestyle brand dedicated to women who love to be—well, you guessed it, in the great outdoors. They’re all about inspiring women and girls to be their best, bravest, and most adventurous selves through their blog, events, and ambassador program. It’s a great way to meet other likeminded ladies and develop lifelong or long-distance friendships that encourage you to unplug and indulge your wanderlust.

Yoga Loft Hawaii

Relieve stress, get fit, and feel good: that’s the motto behind Yoga Loft Hawaii and we couldn’t agree more. These beautiful studio appeals to a wide demographic, offering Ashtanga, restorative flows, various vinyasa flows, barre, and chakra-focused flows. Our favorite might be the Reiki and Yin Yoga class—the combination of energy healing and Yin yoga is the perfect combination for settling likely the most peaceful night of your life.

Yoga Kai

Welcome to Hawaii’s premier SUP floating yoga studio. Yup, that’s right, Yoga Kai is less about location, more the incredible experience of doing yoga on a paddleboard. But there classes go beyond traditional SUP—you can expect SUP Glowga, a nighttime experience on a paddleboard that is literally glowing as you float through the water. They also offer private classes if you’re thirsty for a one-on-one, or teacher training if you’re looking to spread the SUP Glowga love. Either way, they’re an adventure junkie’s dream come true.

Yoga in HI Places

We love Silent Discos. We love beach yoga. And since Yoga in Hi Places thought to combine the two, we love them a lot. If you find yourself in Kapiolani Park, you’ll definitely want to consider one of their signature evening yoga classes. Groove and flow to the beat as the music permeates your mind and body, creating a unique yoga experience that might just transform the way you approach your practice. (P.S.: You can hire them for events, too, so consider this if you’re looking for a unique birthday party or company bonding experience. )

Hawaii Yoga Institute

Hawaii Yoga Institute is for adventure wellness enthusiasts looking to take their yoga practice to the next level. If you want to become certified to teach yoga in Hawaii, and you’re crazy about learning alternative styles, Hawaii Yoga Institute might be your match made in heaven. The curriculum is incredibly diverse, providing students with a multitude of styles including Hatha, Vinyasa, SUP, partner yoga, restorative, pre-natal, kids, yoga dance, Ayurveda, yoga therapy, and flow arts. Located in Honolulu, they try to make it super easy for students to find affordable housing. You’ll have so much fun you’ll think you’re on vacation.

Yumi Hi

It’s rare for us to put a person on our list, but we have to talk about Yumi Hi. Working with Yumi (either privately or in one of her classes) is a must-do for anyone serious about their SUP yoga. Yumi came to SUP after combining her love of surfing with her love of yoga, designing her own sequences based off what felt good when working on her board. When she’s not teaching, Yumi is also a water fitness instructor, personal trainer, and acrobatic and aerial dance teacher. Getting to one of her classes ensures a well-rounded yogic experience. (Psst… you can catch her Wanderlust O’ahu!) 

Hikina Yoga

Hikina Yoga is the quintessential Hawaiian yoga studio. The adorable studio offers a delicious amalgamation of classes, including the iconic Rocket Yoga, invented by Larry Schultz, AKA the Grateful Dead’s personal yoga teacher. The style is a series of postures that utilizes that meditative flow-style of Ashtanga at a faster pace. Hikina shares Larry’s philosophy, and are dedicated to making yoga as spiritual as an experience as it is physical. Go inward, get deep, and move your body.

Hot Yoga by the Sea

There’s something about the combination of sweat, spirituality, and strength that make a hot yoga class feel so darn amazing. Hot Yoga by the Sea is no exception—these heated classes are designed to be approachable and rewarding, making them great for folks intrigued by hot yoga but who haven’t yet dipped their toes into those “warmer waters.” Those short on time might want to consider the 30-minute boot camp, an energetic and challenging class with an easy-to-follow sequence. If Yin or slow-flow is more your style, they’ve got that too. It’s truly a place with something for everyone.

YOGAqua

The ocean is your yoga mat with YOGAqua. From group classes, to private lessons, to teacher training, YOGAqua makes it so that folks of all SUP levels can reap the benefits of this delicious style of yoga. The easygoing and fun attitude make it a great space for SUP newbies, but there’s always an opportunity to challenge yourself and go for that handstand. They may only have locations in Marina Del Rey and Ventura, but YOGAqua travels as well. (You can also catch them at Wanderlust O’ahu!)

Where are your favorite spots when traveling the Pacific? Let us know in the comments below!

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Amanda Kohr is the Senior Content Editor at Wanderlust. You can find her exploring new highways, drinking diner coffee, and on Instagram. 

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