School's out for summer, or it's summer friday season at least! How do you plan to spend it? If you aren't going on a trip this summer, you can still be a tourist in our city and escape to the beach! We've compiled a list of our favorite places to hit on a day off on the Westside.

1. Wake up early and head to the beach.  Early morning is the perfect time to squeeze in a surf or check out a new yoga class before the day starts. We suggest Kundalini with Guru Mitar at Mandala.

2. Grab a coffee at Blue Bottle on Abbot Kinney. Now that you are relaxed and feeling zen, time for some coffee and a bite to eat. After coffee, stroll down Abbot Kinney and see whats new. 

3. Lunch at Cafe Gratitude is never a bad idea. If you're following a vegan diet and want casual vibe with venice walkability, this is the place. Try one of their bowls or a smoothie to cool down and escape the summer heat. 

4. A quick massage at The Now on Main. Have you heard of The Now Spa? A few months ago they opened their Main St. location and it's the perfect place to stop in for a quick massage. They have one that is just 25 minutes, but the perfect amount of time to de-stress and unwind. Once inside you'll immediately feel transported. 

5. Bring a Picnic to the Summer Twilight Series at the Pier. The Summer Twilight Concert Series kicks off today at the Santa Monica Pier. This is a great place to bring the whole family, or a date. Check out the line up here. Concerts happen every Thursday. From now until the end of the series, we'll be creating to-go tastings bags so you can have your own wine and chocolate pairing on the beach.