Upon landing, I texted my aunt, who informed me they were stuck in traffic and advised me to take my time. I decided to do just that! The Allegiant gate was quite a distance from arrivals, with a bus transfer offered, but I opted to walk and explore the airport until I reached Terminal B on the lower level. After a short wait, my aunt and cousin arrived, along with their baby girl, Emma. I was so excited to see them all! 

Exploring Santa Monica and Beverly Hills

My cousin then drove us through downtown Santa Monica, parking at Sepulveda Plaza. We enjoyed a walk, passing by farmers markets, various restaurants, and shops before settling down at Green Tenders for a meal. Afterward, we walked a few blocks to Palisades Park, which offered a great view of Santa Monica Beach and the Pier in the distance. We decided against walking all the way to the Pier due to time.