Mendocino is located about a 3-hour drive north of San Francisco International Airport and 4 hours from Sacramento. The charming small town lies on a peninsula bounded by cliffs and is one of the best places to visit on a Pacific Coast Highway road trip. The town has earned a spot on the National Register …
Just miles from beaches, mountains, and state parks, Monterey is the perfect jumping-off point for exploring California’s midcoast. Beloved for its beach town charm and natural beauty, Monterey has always attracted artists, writers, and those who are looking for a different side of California. The city itself has endless cultural and culinary attractions from the …
Point Lobos has been called the “crown jewel” of California’s state parks and it has been called the “greatest meeting of land and sea.” The reserve is known mainly for its unparalleled beauty. From wild Cyprus that can be found almost nowhere else on earth to three-story-tall kelp forests, Point Lobos offers what other parks …
Big Sur is the scenic coastal area in central California where the Santa Lucia Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean. The area has a look that is entirely different from the desert hills of southern California and the endless vineyards found in Carmel to the north. Big Sur has been called the “most beautiful coastline anywhere …
California is the third largest state in the country after Alaska and Texas. It is one of the most popular states to visit along the Pacific Coast of the USA. The state is home to almost 40 million people and several hip and trendy cities. The state’s original settlers were the Native Americans. Then the …