Landing in the right neighborhoods in Los Angeles can feel like chasing a celebrity at Erewhon. The city shines on the big screen, yet off-screen, it leaves newcomers guessing where the true magic...
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40th Birthday Ideas with Heart
Turning 40 is a thing. It’s the year you’re officially fabulous and somehow still dodging the question, “So what are you doing for your birthday?” If your idea of celebrating involves more...
Beach Bachelorette Party Ideas
Reading this blog may cause an urgent need to book a beachfront Airbnb and order 12 matching swimsuits. If you're nodding, welcome to your new obsession: beach bachelorette themes. These ideas are...
Rehearsal Dinner Ideas + Tips
Just before the whirlwind of vows and celebration begins, a quieter kind of magic unfolds: the rehearsal dinner. It’s where laughter lingers a little longer and your closest circle gathers to soak...
Best Hikes in LA: 14 Jaw-Dropping Views Await
You search for the "best hikes in Los Angeles" and see the same trails every time. Half of them feel like sidewalk traffic with dirt underfoot. So let's shift the pace. This guide maps out LA hikes...
The Ultimate Bachelorette Itinerary by Picnic Makers
Planning a bachelorette itinerary starts out fun, until 37 browser tabs are open and the bride’s vibe lands somewhere between Napa chic and full-blown Vegas. If the group chat looks chaotic, it’s...
California’s Most Stunning Places to Visit
Skip the predictable! Yosemite draws a crowd, and Malibu knows how to sparkle, but California has layers that rarely show up in the usual lists. After a decade of living here, we’ve charted the...
30th Birthday Ideas
Turning 30 can feel like waking up in a time warp. One minute you're making microwave dinners in your college apartment, the next you're Googling "elegant party themes" with a glass of wine in hand....
Luxury Spas in LA: 7 Must-Try Spots
Los Angeles runs on sunshine, stardom, and people doing yoga where yoga probably should not happen. In a city of this high energy, finding a quiet moment feels less like a luxury and more like a...
Top Picks for Picnic & Party Essentials
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Top-Rated Backpack Coolers Reviewed
Forget showroom specs and technical charts. We're doing something way more useful. This review hands things over to the real reviews from customers. They are actual users who hauled their backpack...
Top Beach Umbrellas
Welcome to Picnic Makers’ review of the best beach umbrellas and some great alternatives for a beach day or outdoor picnic. From our event planning experience, we know how important it is to protect...
Our Favorite Floor Cushions for Stylish Sitting
You know the feeling! A beautiful picnic setup, sun shining, everything picture-perfect, until guests start shifting uncomfortably on stiff blankets or sagging seat pads. It's the detail most hosts...
8 Best Bubble Machines: Our Most Unique Review
We are the Picnic Makers, a leading Los Angeles event planning company! We use bubbly machines for many events, including kids' birthday picnics, sleepover parties, and movie nights. Over the years,...
Top Bubble Guns for Kids: Nonstop Bubbles
It used to be about swings, snack tables, and maybe a tug-of-war rope. These days, the bubble gun steals the spotlight as soon as the kids arrive 🎉. The second one they reach for is usually in...
Best Men’s Beach Bags
Did you know that the concept of specialized bags for different activities dates back to ancient civilizations? In modern times, this has evolved into designing practical men's beach bags that carry...