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Avalon Day Trip: What to do on Catalina Island

Last Modified: May 16, 2020

One of the unique things about Southern California is the quick and easy access you have to coastal islands ranging from Catalina to Channel Islands National Park. You can make a day trip out of visiting these, and doing so will give you insight into a culture and lifestyle that is similar yet different from […]

Filed Under: City Guides, Day Trips, Southern California Tagged With: Avalon, Catalina Island, featured, Los Angeles County

Solvang Attractions: Where to Eat, Stay & Explore in this Danish Town

Last Modified: July 8, 2020

California really does have a little bit of everything. In the same state that has the tallest mountain in the US (Mt Whitney), Hollywood, and some of the oldest living trees in the world, also sits the strange and remarkable Danish town known as Solvang. Only a short distance off Highway 101, Solvang is a fantastic […]

Filed Under: Day Trips, Food Tagged With: Santa Barbara County, Solvang

24 Hours in Oakland Itinerary: Where to Eat, Drink & Explore in the City

Last Modified: May 8, 2020

Across the bay from San Francisco, Oakland often gets passed up due to the extreme popularity of its sister city. That is a mistake though, as the city of Oakland is going through a massive revival, making it a place deserving of your time, with lots of great adventures to be had. Of course, you […]

Filed Under: 24 Hours In, Day Trips, Northern California Tagged With: Alameda County, Oakland

Coronado: Where to Eat, Drink, Stay and Explore on the Island

Last Modified: May 3, 2020

Coronado Island is the small piece of land directly off San Diego, which houses a massive naval base on one-half and a quaint town with beautiful beaches on the other. The island has become an incredibly popular tourist spot due to its beauty and its proximity to San Diego. While it is not technically an […]

Filed Under: Day Trips, Itineraries, Southern California Tagged With: Coronado, San Diego County

Point Reyes National Seashore Guide: Beaches, Elk, Seals & A Lighthouse

Last Modified: April 29, 2020

Point Reyes National Seashore is one of the most beautiful areas near San Francisco for outdoor adventurers to explore. It is full of breathtaking views, history, and trails that always leave you wanting more. While I have not explored it as much as I would like, I have been a couple of times and every […]

Filed Under: Day Trips, National Parks, Northern California, Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops Tagged With: Marin County, Point Reyes, Point Reyes Station

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