Torrey Pines State Reserve is one of the easiest day trips from San Diego you can do!

23 Best Day Trips from San Diego (+ Map!)

Considering some day trips from San Diego? From charming little mountain towns to dramatic desert parks and beautiful beaches to wine country, San Diego is within day trip distance of many exciting places. America’s Finest City has plenty to offer visitors, from the San Diego Zoo and the beautiful museums and gardens at Balboa Park to the stunning Cabrillo National … Read More

Bixby Creek Bridge in Big Sur, California

Bixby Bridge in Big Sur: History, Photos + Tips for Visiting!

Bixby Bridge (or Bixby Creek Bridge) is one of the most popular stops along the famous Big Sur coast in Central California. And deservedly so! The handsome bridge is an engineering marvel. But it is also a dramatic sight as it straddles the canyon carved by Bixby Creek, with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the Santa Lucia Mountains … Read More

11 Charming Things to Do in Carmel Valley, California

Carmel Valley is, simply put, charming. Not in a cute way, but it is pleasantly rustic and scenic: the perfect place for a relaxed weekend getaway. From baby lambs and foals and pretty wildflowers in the spring to vibrant leaf colors in the vineyards and woods in the fall, Carmel Valley offers plenty of natural beauty and a laid-back outdoorsy … Read More

Bird Island Trail in Point Lobos State Reserve in Carmel California

Bird Island Trail in Point Lobos State Reserve: A Beautiful Walk!

The short and scenic Bird Island Trail in Point Lobos State Reserve features beautiful views, access to a sandy beach, and lots of birds in season. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is located along Highway One, just three miles south of Carmel-by-the-Sea. We walk the Bird Island Trail every time we visit the park. It is one of the most … Read More

The Old Point Loma Lighthouse is a major attraction at Cabrillo National Monument in San Diego, California

Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego: Things to Do (+ Tips for Visiting!)

Cabrillo National Monument is one of San Diego’s most iconic attractions. With its beautiful setting, panoramic views, and rich history, Cabrillo National Monument is definitely deserving of a top spot on your San Diego itinerary! Nature lovers, history buffs, landscape photographers, and wildlife and birding enthusiasts will all find something to love at Cabrillo National Monument. Families will enjoy the … Read More

Morro Rock in Morro Bay, California

19 Marvelous Things to Do in Morro Bay, California!

With its quaint fishing village feel, Morro Bay is one of the cutest and most charming places you can visit on California’s beautiful Central Coast. Morro Bay is a small town, but don’t let its size fool you! There are plenty of things to do in Morro Bay, especially if you enjoy exploring the outdoors, love looking for wildlife and … Read More

Moonstone Beach Boardwalk Cambria

Moonstone Beach Boardwalk in Cambria: A Must-Walk Scenic Trail!

Strolling the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk is one of the most fun things to do in Cambria. If you are planning a visit to the Central California Coast, put this scenic walk and charming village on your itinerary! With easy access to Cambria’s beautiful Moonstone Beach, the boardwalk trail is very popular, both with residents and visitors to Cambria. If you … Read More

Japanese Garden in Golden Gate Park San Frnacisco is one of the best Bay Area gardens you can visit.

14 Bay Area Gardens to Visit in and around San Francisco, California

If you enjoy public gardens, you will definitely want to put these beautiful Bay Area gardens on your itinerary when you visit San Francisco or the SF Bay Area. Stretching from Sonoma to Santa Cruz, these SF Bay Area gardens will delight and inspire you. Whether you are a gardener looking for ideas or education, a nature lover seeking tranquility … Read More