Itinerary Ideas to Inspire Your Next Adventure
Unlike other parts of the United States where the wet winter weather causes a lot of trouble, California thrives in rain. Especially California’s lifeless and arid-looking desert, which is magically transformed by rain into a stunning super bloom of colorful wild flowers. Unfortunately, the extraordinary California desert super bloom is something quite rare in this barren area. Most of the …
Where (and When) to See the California Desert Super BloomRead More
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 coming to Santa Barbara spend their time at the beach or near the fancy boutiques and restaurants along State Street. But there are so many other attractions in Santa Barbara than just its …
Three Top-Rated Attractions in Santa Barbara, CaliforniaRead More
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 San Francisco and San Diego. A Brief History of the …
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 newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. William Randolph Hearst, a Controversial Millionaire By the beginning of the 20th century W. R. Hearst was a rich man. At age 56 he finally entered into his inheritance, acquiring possession of 10 million dollars …
Money, Power, Immorality and the ‘King’ of Hearst CastleRead More
If you are ever in Palm Springs, California, don’t miss the Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail, one of the most beautiful areas of the in the Sonoran Desert of the Coachella Valley. This 2 mile loop that travels through a dramatic desert landscape on a narrow rocky trail is one of the hidden gems in the USA. …
Not many visitors to Los Angeles know about the stunningly beautiful mountain resort of Lake Arrowhead, only 80 miles away from the city. Sitting at an elevation of almost 6,000 feet, this place is a countless resource of recreational activities. In this post I’ll share with you the best things to do in Lake Arrowhead, as well …
Best Things to Do in Lake Arrowhead, California – a Local’s Guide to Lake ArrowheadRead More
Peacocks! Waterfalls! A haunted mansion and so much more … If you have more than 3 days in Los Angeles, don’t miss the beautiful LA County Arboretum. This mesmerizing botanical garden in Arcadia, is an oasis in the middle of this hectic city.
Napa Valley is one of my favorite destinations in California. That’s partly because our son attended college in that area and I have many sweet memories about those years. But the main reason I love Napa Valley is because because of its fabulous wine tasting places. Napa is one of the top wine regions in …
