What we ate at 180blu, Raya, Kahani and The Market Place, what the spa costs now, whether the fire pit room is worth it, and what has changed at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel.
Santa Monica has morphed into the "Final Boss" of SoCal dining—beautiful views, brutal prices, and fewer chances to relax.
An honest review of the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel: ocean-view rooms, Raya's Coastal Latin menu, Salt Creek Beach access, and whether the price is worth it.