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Ready for a festive Highway 1 road trip? This winter, the Central Coast is aglow with fun holiday events. Enjoy tree lightings, holiday parades, Christmas markets and community parades all wrapped up with a bow. Ever take a cold ocean plunge on New Year’s Day or wander through thousands of twinkling lights? Now’s your chance […]

From Sarah Kuta at Smithsonian Magazine Volunteers with Friends of the Elephant Seal educate tourists to prevent conflicts, inspire awe and keep the marine mammals safe I hear them long before I see them. As I clamber out of my car in the parking lot near Point Piedras Blancas just off California’s Highway 1, the […]

Join Highway 1 in celebrating ‘30 Days of Thanks’ this November There’s endless reasons to be thankful along Highway 1 on California’s scenic Central Coast. From awe-inspiring views and hidden waterfalls to delicious seafood and incredible wildlife sightings, counting our blessings is a sinch. This November, join local residents and visitors in giving 30 Days […]

There’s no doubt about it: Fall is the best time of year to road trip along Highway 1. Thanks to mild weather and less crowded beaches, you’ll feel those relaxed Autumnal vibes in a big way.

It feels good to do good! Soak up the sun while diving into Stewardship Traveler for Good activities along awe-inspiring Central Coast beaches this September.

This iconic California scenic route is one of a kind, delivering top wines and ocean views in one jaw-dropping destination. Discover an unbelievable oasis of enchanting coastal communities along Highway 1.

Family fun abounds on Highway 1! When the whole gang’s ready for adventure, head for our special slice of California coastline. Here, kids of all ages are encouraged to explore, play and learn—all backdropped by pristine beaches, historic lighthouses and awesome eats. Whether you pack the station wagon, woody or minivan, you’re on your way […]

Want to check items off your bucket list without busting your budget? Come to Highway 1, a spellbinding stretch of road that’s not only free to drive, but offers lots of free attractions.

Let’s hit the road! One of America’s most scenic byways, this iconic stretch of highway was designed for top tier summer fun.

This Earth Day, why not celebrate this natural wonder with an eco-conscious road trip along the coast?

Ready for a colorful mood boost? Discover vibrant California wildflowers blooming along Highway 1 this Spring. With rain and a lot of sun, a multitude of petals emerge across our scenic slice of California coastline.

Vacation days were made to be enjoyed! Spend your hard-earned days off along Highway 1.

When you Travel for Good on your Highway 1 Road Trip, you’ll do more than discover scenic views and exciting wildlife experiences. Thanks to the following itineraries, you can leave our special slice of California coastline even better than you found it! View Elephant Seals in the morning and Monarch butterflies in the afternoon, participate […]

In this slow-paced rural region, artisan communities are connected both to each other and the natural world, working against backdrops of olive groves, cool valleys and a coastline blanketed in early-morning mist.

What’s your Hearst Castle vacation vibe? As fabulous as it would be to stay at Mr. Hearst’s lavish Highway 1 estate, these enchanting San Simeon, Cambria and Ragged Point stays are the next-best thing.

Long before the days of surfing and sunbathing, the earth’s beaches spent millennia playing host to a spectacular array of flora and fauna.

It’s the journey, not the destination! When it comes to taking a road trip on Highway 1, you’re bound to enjoy every mile along the way. From expansive ocean views and coastal hikes to unexpected animal sightings and delicious surprises around every turn, you’ll find no better way to experience this special slice of California […]

From Crai S. Bower of AARP Regardless of your threshold for adventure, we’ve found a bevy of activities. Arrival Day: Butterflies, Hummingbirds & Crab Cakes “…Visiting the Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove, which is a short loop beneath the Eucaluptus trees – prime butterfly habitat – isn’t going to take a lot of energy. But […]