Independent Travel, Thoughtfully Planned
From its façade on Mission Inn Avenue in Riverside, California, Tio’s Tacos Restaurant looks like any other Mexican eatery. But behind the wrought-iron fence, between trees and shrubs, lies a unexpected world of bizarre creations.
Tio’s Tacos Restaurant in Riverside, California – A Monumental Fantasy Made RealRead More
Somewhere in the Verdugo Hills, between Downtown Los Angeles and Glendale, lies the largest religious painting ever painted: The Crucifixion. The painting is displayed in the Hall of the Crucifixion, a massive structure which is part of the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale. At the top of the building is a huge cross that lights …
“The Crucifixion” – the Largest Painting Ever PaintedRead More
Spring is undeniably a perfect time in Southern California, when even the arid desert comes to life. And as spring is approaching, so is the potential for wild flowers and even a vibrant California “super bloom” in some areas. But what is a super bloom? The “super bloom” is a phenomenon where California’s deserts get …
The Rose Parade, also known as the Tournament of Roses Parade, is an annual tradition in Pasadena, California. The event takes place every year on New Year’s day, rain or shine. If New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, the parade will take place on Monday, January 2nd. The Rose Parade in Pasadena is one …
Celebrities, beaches, wine, red tiles and beautiful gardens are just some of the things that made the relaxed town of Santa Barbara famous. Most visitors to the city spend their time at the beach or near the fancy boutiques along State Street, which is also home to some of the fanciest Airbnbs in Santa Barbara. But there are …
Just a few miles north of Paso Robles, in the middle of the Hunter-Liggett Military Base, lies the most remote mission in California. Mission San Antonio de Padua was the 3rd mission build by Father Junipero Serra, the Franciscan priest who founded the first nine of the 21 Spanish missions between downtown San Francisco and San Diego. A Brief History of …
Visiting Mission San Antonio de Padua in CaliforniaRead More
Coastal California has always been a place of big affluence and monster mansions. But nothing comes close to Hearst Castle, the glamorous San Simeon estate of William R. Hearst, a newspaper magnate who made history in the early 1900s. There are many tales and unpublished anecdotes about Hearst Castle, but perhaps the most intriguing one is its own.
The Captivating History of Hearst Castle and its Controversial ‘King’Read More
The Bacara Resort & Spa in Goleta, California, has all the essentials of a luxury seaside resort — tennis courts, a full-service spa, several infinity pools, fine dining venues and, of course, dramatic Pacific Ocean views. There is even a 1,000-acre ranch that borders the Los Padres National Forest where guests can take scenic hikes through …
Bacara Resort & Suites – Is It Worth the Steep Price?Read More
I was kind of worn out as we pulled in front of the four-story building of La Bellasera Hotel that afternoon. Traffic had been a nightmare on Highway 101, coming from Los Angeles. I could hardly wait to kick off my shoes and hop on a clean bed. The lustrous marble floors of the lobby gleamed like polished bronze …
La Bellasera Hotel & Suites – Luxury Accommodations in Paso RoblesRead More
