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Chanin Victor

California, Los Angeles

Travel Writer, Lifestyle Writer, Content Creator, Digital Media and Editor at Freelance

Freelance Travel/Lifestyle/Food/Wine Writer/Editor + @smobserved • Content Creator • Email/Pitch 👉mediachanin@gmail(dot)com

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  • 4 weeks ago | lafamilytravel.com | Chanin Victor

    by | May 30, 2025 | Canada, Family Adventures, International (This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, is one of those places that will steal your heart and make you wonder why it wasn’t on your travel list sooner.

  • Mar 2, 2025 | lafamilytravel.com | Chanin Victor |I’m Chanin

    (This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)Spring break in California means more than chasing waves and dodging sunburns—though let’s be honest, both are part of the fun! The Golden State is the third largest in the U.S. and is packed with so many opportunities for family fun, a short article can only skim the ocean surface.

  • Jan 9, 2025 | argonautnews.com | Chanin Victor

    Santa Monica’s Health Nut is the eatery’s fifth location, and CEO Steve Choi is banking on synergy to find success. “Santa Monica represents an iconic and globally recognized community, with an emphasis on healthy and active living,” said Choi, the chief executive officer. “We believe Health Nut’s ‘fresh-obsessed’ menu is a perfect fit for this vibrant area, and we couldn’t be more excited.”Health Nut was founded as a vitamin and supplement store in the ’70s. Choi’s family acquired it in 1988.

  • Dec 14, 2024 | lafamilytravel.com | Chanin Victor

    (This article may or may not contain affiliate links. What does that mean?)If you’ve got teens who roll their eyes every time you mention leaving their friends for a family trip, don’t worry—San Antonio, Texas, has got your back y’all! This must-visit destination will have your teens saying, ‘OK, this is low-key fire.’ Translation: It’s cool, and we like it! — Gen Alpha high praise at its best.

  • Dec 10, 2024 | pasadenaweekly.com | Chanin Victor

    In Pasadena’s well-known Playhouse Village, Star Leaf Asian Cuisine offers a Southeast Asian-inspired dining experience. The restaurant balances authentic traditions with modern creativity, delivering an upscale, casual atmosphere and drawing influences from regions like Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam — reinterpreted to suit modern palates.

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Chanin
Chanin @chaninvictor
17 Apr 25

Just up today - would you go to a Hammam? The Best Spas in Istanbul: A Guide to Hammams, Luxury Spas, and Wellness Centers in Turkey's Largest City — Spa and Beauty Today https://t.co/0niTL7iDCi

Chanin
Chanin @chaninvictor
3 Mar 25

There are so many options when you Spring Break in California. Check out my article in LA Family Travel for some of our favorite places to road trip in the Golden State 💛 @lafamilytravel https://t.co/XkQHDiccjM

Chanin
Chanin @chaninvictor
10 Nov 24

Escape to #TemeculaValley 🍷 The wine! The views! Unique experiences like ATV vineyard tours, sound baths & hot air balloons! This is a #socal gem you #mustvisit 🌅 #TemeculaWines #Temecula https://t.co/ocDN6vXmdD