Scott Murray
Travel Writer & Logistics Expert
San Diego, CA
The Foreigner Who Keeps Coming Back
Travel has always been my escape from the rat race — and honestly, I enjoy the planning almost as much as being there. Researching destinations, mapping routes, finding that perfect hidden spot. I got my first passport in 2002 and have since explored 40+ countries across multiple continents.
California captivated me from the start. The dramatic coastline, the world-class food scene, the way laid-back beach culture blends with cutting-edge creativity — it's a place that rewards every return trip with something new.
I'm not a travel blogger. I work in healthcare IT. But California keeps revealing new layers, and I finally decided to put everything I've learned into something useful — a site with honest prices, video content from places I've actually been, and an AI trip planner that builds real itineraries.
It's the resource I wished existed when I started exploring California beyond the tourist highlights.
Why You Can Trust Scott's Advice
- 40+ countries traveled with deep experience across Asia, Europe, and the Americas
- Extensive trips across California — from San Diego to the Redwood Coast
- Extensive experience with road trips, rental cars, and cross-state logistics
- Deep knowledge of California cuisine — from fish tacos to Napa wine country
- Based in San Diego, CA — healthcare IT professional by day
- California travel obsessive by every other waking moment
What Scott Covers
Road trip routes, rental car strategy, airport transfers, and the transport details that turn a trip from stressful to seamless.
Real prices in USD — daily budgets, hotel costs, food prices, and gas expenses.
Destination videos from the places I've been — coastlines, cityscapes, food scenes, and scenic routes.
Parking tips, beach gear, hiking essentials, packing tips, and the nuts-and-bolts details guidebooks skip.