Visiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Seattle is like stepping into a grand temple of coffee.
Situated in the vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, this flagship location isn't just another Starbucks; it’s an immersive experience into what makes Starbucks unique, especially when compared to its regular stores.
California, often celebrated for its stunning landscapes and diverse attractions, also offers some of the most breathtaking stargazing opportunities in the United States. From remote deserts to pristine mountain ranges, the Golden State boasts an array of destinations where you can marvel at the beauty of the night sky.
Tip: To get the best view of the heavens, try to avoid the bright moon spoiling your view. Check the moon phase calendar here.
As someone who has had the privilege of visiting these celestial oases, let me take you on a journey through some of the best stargazing places in California.
This park opened in 1989 as both a production studio and a theme park but later became a theme park dedicated to the fantasy worlds and characters from film, television, music, and theatre, while celebrating the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Visitors enjoy many shows and attractions with movie themes in 6 distinct areas:
At Echo Lake, you can ride “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue”, or “Indiana Jones”, or watch the “First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along, and “Star Wars: Path of the Jedi” shows.
Stepping into the Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden feels less like entering a public park and more like wandering into a private, meticulously curated estate. Occupying an entire city block, this horticultural jewel is a sanctuary of quietude and color that remains a cherished secret among locals. Once the site of the grand El Mirasol Hotel, the land was transformed into this living museum thanks to a massive anonymous donation by Alice Keck Park, a woman whose legacy is now written in the petals and leaves of over 75 unique species of trees and plants.
Interesting Fact: Alice Keck Park was the daughter of the founder of Superior Oil Company. She purchased the land anonymously and donated it to the city with the strict condition that it remain a public garden in perpetuity.