Tips for Your First Trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea
There is no shortage of things to do in Carmel-by-the-Sea, and if it is your first escape to this lovely town, the choices may seem overwhelming.…
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Six Reasons to Choose Hofsas House Hotel When Visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea
The Bavarian-styled Hofsas House Hotel is sheltered by a canopy of San Carlos Street trees, and welcomes travelers from around the globe. This boutique hotel offers…
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Pfeiffer Beach: The Hidden Purple Sands of Big Sur
In a place famous for its natural wonders, I suppose I should not have been surprised that there would be hidden charms in the form…
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Elephant Seals Delight Travelers Along the Central Coast
Of all the things you plan on a road trip up to the Central Coast from Los Angeles, it is the unexpected surprise that often stays…
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Ghost Towns: Amboy, California
Amboy, California is an excellent of example of one of the Route 66 ghost towns, only this one has a new owner, and it’s not…
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Ghost Towns: Kelso, California
Thanks to an impromptu Valentine’s Day trip to the desert, I’m now fascinated with ghost towns — specifically the boom and bust towns that are…
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A Taste of Agua Dulce Winery
After spending some time up at Vasquez Rocks, I contemplated my next move. Should I head home to Los Angeles and get things like laundry…
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Marveling at Vasquez Rocks
As you can see with most of the photos on this blog, I tend toward ocean living (and travel). Beach scenes, seaside towns, and marinas…
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Ruins of Great Stone Church
Construction of the Great Stone Church at Mission San Juan Capistrano began in 1796. It was finished and dedicated in 1806, but only saw 6…
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California Landmark Tour Continues with Mission San Juan Capistrano
In an effort to get my travel legs back under me after the holidays, I decided to head to a California landmark that I had…
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