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Trip Savvy just named The Best Dive Bar in Every State From Wendy Altschuler To really learn about and experience a destination, belly up at an unpretentious bar—full of poets and artists, down-and-outers and college students, bums and dreamers—and order a pint of beer for a slice of authentic homegrown culture. Whether you want to […]

From Patricia Doherty The arrival of autumn, whether signaled by the calendar or a chill in the air, creates a restless feeling that can often be cured by a vacation, even just a long weekend to somewhere new. Aside from being an antidote to that seasonal itch, fall travel is convenient with smaller crowds at […]

Your weekend itinerary to coastal SLO CAL Whether you roam north or south, now is the best time to enjoy whale watching, kayaking, hiking and fresh eats Ready for the weekend? Fill your days off with fresh coastal discoveries along the Highway 1 Discovery Route this February. Borrow our handy weekend itinerary and experience wide […]

#StaySafe and be amazed along SLO CAL’s secluded coast #StaySafe while you take in SLO CAL’s spectacular sights. Discover untouched sanctuaries, secluded beaches and surprising wildlife as you venture safely along Highway 1, one of the most dynamic coastal driving routes in the world. It’s easy to keep your distance in SLO CAL, where the […]

Visit Spain, Europe and South America Along the CA Highway 1 Discovery Route Check Items off Your Bucket List in Cambria Without Boarding a Plane It’s not the coast of Spain, although the coastal landscape of Cambria is just as breathtaking with whales just off shore, and where horses roam the hills. It’s not a […]

Why San Simeon might be the mightiest mile in California Sunning elephant seals, a hilltop castle and a historic lighthouse await… Article Reposted from Roadrippers.com Good things do come in small sizes. Even though San Simeon is less than a mile long, it still packs quite a punch. Every year, the tiny village along Highway […]

A rugged adventure around Ragged Point The perfect place to unplug, unwind and reconnect with nature! Article Reposted from Roadrippers.com Tucked away between Big Sur and San Simeon is a bewitching wonderland of scenic hiking trails, hidden beaches, and towering waterfalls. Ragged Point is often featured as a stop along Highway 1, but it’s also […]

The Open Road to San Simeon & Ragged Point Roads to San Simeon and Ragged Point along the North Coast of the CA Highway 1 Discovery Route are open. Here you will discover waterfalls, zebras, pristine beaches, Elephant seals, historic monuments, wine tasting and a castle! In San Simeon and Ragged Point, tourism is largely unaffected […]

You’ve Never Seen Highway 1 Like This Before By James Stout Highway 1 isn’t the only place to get some incredible cycling done with beautiful views. Our friend and colleague James Stout created a special ride to navigate the road closures on Highway 1 but still experience all of the grit and glory! He and […]

The Charming California Village  Darling Magazine, The Charming California Village That’s Perfect for a Solo Getaway Cassie Winslow Nestled on the Pacific Coast just 20 minutes west of Paso Robles lies a charming California village lush with nourishing energy, splendid farm-to-table restaurants and welcoming locals. Inviting spaces and a wealth of opportunities to rest and […]

The Finest USA Ranch Stays Excerpt from Hero and Leander, The Finest USA Ranch Stays Emily Georgiou Embracing the life of a cowboy, here at H&L we have scoured the land of stars and stripes to bring you our top picks of the finest USA ranch stays. Ocean Point Ranch – Cambria, San Luis Obispo, […]

Our Family Road Trip May 9, 2017 Katie Ellison This is the third part of our family California road trip. We went for 17 days and went from San Francisco to San Diego, stopping in all different places on the way. This is from Monterey to Avila Beach to Ventura. I am absolutely loving going […]

Discover the best of the Central Coast in Cayucos This blog originally appeared on SF Gate by Story Studio There are places along the Pacific coast that we find only with advanced notice. How often have we driven along Highway 1 and wondered what lies along the coast? Cayucos is just such a discovery. Named […]

Cambria Invites Visitors to Disappear From the World for Awhile This blog originally appeared on SF Gate by Story Studio Call it the “Cambria Effect,” a condition one can’t help but acquire when visiting this central California village. Drawn to the natural beauty, easy living and abundant culture, many a visitor has considered dropping everything, […]

The Luffa Farm: Free Tour This post originally appeared on NBC’s Worth the Trip By Alysia Gray Painter Curious how the shower scrubbers grow? Stop by during your next Central Coast ramble. IF YOU HAVE A SHOWER RITUAL, it probably includes some or all of the following: shampoo, conditioner, soap, a shower cap, a washcloth, […]

Cambria on California Highway 1 Discovery Route This blog originally appeared on FunOfTravel.com Located midway between LA and San Francisco, this magnificent panoramic road is a travel delight and cornucopia of possible adventures. Along this world-class 101-mile stretch of California’s Central Coast you’ll find: breathtaking natural beauty 12 state parks unique wildlife habitats Hearst Castle hot springs 3 bountiful wine regions […]

The Oceano Train Depot is in near-original condition as when it was in use. People can tour a real turn-of-the-century train depot that remains virtually untouched from when it was in use. The Oceano Depot was once the most important building in South San Luis Obispo County. All passenger, freight, telegraph, and mail service passed […]

This post originally appeared here by George Medovoy. Cool ocean breezes waft their way through the vineyards of “SLO” wine country on the coastal side of the Santa Lucia Mountains in Central California. We’re between San Francisco and Los Angeles, where the wineries of San Luis Obispo County offer visitors a tasteful discovery. My wife and […]