99 High Tide’s unofficial slogan, “Be your higher self” couldn’t be more perfectly suited for this Malibu gem. First the hard facts: The selection is among the best I’ve encountered anywhere in the country. It’s varied, robust, and curated like the world’s leading cannabis sommelier lives in-house. That alone makes a trek from nearly anywhere worth the time. Second, if you’re interested in tuning your cerebral circuitry just right, High Tide’s super knowledgable, deeply connected Cannabis Consultants are exactly who you want. Whether you want to dial the divine, relieve your pain, or laugh like the Buddha, these ladies will steer you right. In that respect, this is a dispensary for the true connoisseur, the novice in need of deeply trustworthy guidance, and anyone in between. So we’ve covered deeply knowledgable Cannabis Consultants and the VERY wide selection, now let’s finish with the elements that make High Tide an experience that made me want me to sit down and spend precious time writing a review. The People: From the moment you walk in, you can feel this is a place intended to support the best in you. The idea of your higher self could very well have been sparked within these walls. From the grounded yet spiritually satisfying earthy decor to the professional greeting and care you receive, High Tide relaxes you into a place where you’re going to get exactly what you want and what you need. The keepers of cannabis wisdom that dwell here may have been sent by Bob Marley himself to look over our souls and guide us to our personal higher destinations. I LOVE THESE LADIES! Seriously, you can get in and out in moments flat with anything you need - as I watched many people do during my time there. But if you’re on a journey - and as a woman living with Lupus, pain, and a host of autoimmune issues, I am - I found myself laughing, connecting, and thoroughly enjoying my romp into new dimensions with guides that would feel at home in a Carlos Castaneda book. In summary, if you’re within a state or two of 99 High Tide, it’s worth the trip. Come for the selection and the knowledgable staff, stay for the good vibes, location - it’s right down the street from the Malibu Pier! - and the feeling that you may have very well found yourself a home away from home.