Blog Category: Stewardship Traveler

HIGHWAY 1'S TIME-HONORED DESTINATIONS AWAIT YEAR-ROUND Cruise back in time as you traverse Highway 1 along the scenic SLO CAL coast. From illuminating lighthouse tours to Hearst’s famous castle overlooking the Pacific, the region’s rich history is revealed with every ebb and flow of the tide. Sure,…

Want to travel deeper? Follow our all-new History & Heritage TrailHistory buffs, start your engines. Introducing the Highway 1 Discovery Route’s History & Heritage Trail, designed for travelers who want to dig deep on their travels.Step back in time by exploring…

Photo © 2013 “Mike” Michael L. Baird, flickr.bairdphotos.com As part of the Coastal Discovery Celebration, why not have a whale of a time whale watching along Highway 1? Nothing brings a sense of awe for nature’s wonders like seeing a whale spout or tail with your own eyes. And on…

Ever wonder why we call it the Highway 1 “Discovery” Route?Simple: This stretch of 101 miles through coastal San Luis Obispo County begs to be discovered.Along its twists and turns, every inch of Highway 1’s untouched shoreline contains vast worlds to explore. Each step through quiet forests, historic landmarks, and…

Whale Trail The Whale Trail is a series of sites where the public may view orcas, other cetaceans and marine mammals from shore. Along the Whale Trail you’ll be looking over the waters of one of our nation’s most spectacular marine protected areas, offering some of the best wildlife viewing in…

Kind Traveler on Highway 1 Kind Traveler on California Highway 1 – 130 Hotels, Destinations, & Charities Empowering Travelers To Do Good Highway 1 Discovery Route celebrates Kind Traveler’s one-year anniversary and a way for travelers to easily make a positive difference.

5 Incredible North Coast Beaches Beach it this Summer in Ragged Point, San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos and Los Osos/Baywood Park. Our Stretch of Highway 1 is Open for Business and Wide Open to Roam! It’s summer, time to beat the heat, crowds and traffic and head…

10 Instagram-able momentsRepost from SFGate.comIt was a crazy winter, but great news for all you California coast sun seekers: Highway 1 Discovery Route is open and jam-packed with stop after stop of outdoor adventures, pristine beaches, wine tasting, historical activities, fresh seafood, breathtaking views, iconic sites, and more.If…

Exploring The Incredible Sand Dunes Of Oceano/Pismo Beach, California This post originally appeared here by Geoffrey Morrison Normally when you think of sand dunes you think of the Sahara, right? Or maybe Sir Lawrence’s Arabia. But probably not… the central California coast.

Using Ecotourism to Engage Customers By Mark A. Diaz In the age of convenience, customer satisfaction may no longer be enough to ensure return business. Companies are seeing a growing need to engage their clientele in order to produce a…

Scenic Drive: California Central Coast This Blog Originally Appeared Here Thinking about hitting the road with the top down? But wait. A 61-mile stretch of Highway 1 is closed after winter storms crippled the bridge leading into Big Sur. Is there a scenic detour? You bet! So don’t…

Hidden Gems on Highway One in the Central Coast of CA   This Blog Originally Appeared Here Heading up  the Highway 1 Discovery Route north of Morro Bay just past Villa Creek Road, I discovered a less-traveled hike at the Harmony Headlands that leads…

11 Reasons You Need To Plan A Trip To Coastal San Luis Obispo County   This Blog Originally Appeared Here By Daisy Barringer Confession: When we hop in our car for a weekend road trip to escape San Francisco, we usually go to places…

The Best of CA Highway 1: The Whale Trail   This Blog Originally Appeared Here The CA Highway 1 Discovery Route (H1DR) invites visitors to marvel at the Pacific Ocean’s amazing marine life from the shore at six new Whale Trail sites.

California Coast winter getaways to Morro Bay and realm of North Coast elephant seals This Blog Originally Appeared Here California is one of the most visited states in the US and usually visitors want to spend time in San Francisco or Los…

Avila Beach Paradise Rich in Ahhh-ha Experiences Article By StoryStudio The 1890 Point San Luis Lighthouse illuminates much more than the California coastline for passing ships. The beacon shines on Avila Beach, Central California’s petit paradise, a parcel of attractions from the Central Coast Aquarium to the mineral…

Picnic in Paradise along CA Highway 1 Discovery Route in Coastal SLO County and Find Your Perfect Spot Coastal Hikes with Pristine Vistas, State Parks and Recreational Lakes, Wine Trails and Coastal Bluffs, or Historic Dunes and Gentle Coastal Peaks, Take your Pick! As summer turns to…

Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature Big Sur Rainbows Photo by @b_xander831 ———————– Be a featured photographer on our page! Share your photos using hashtag #Highway1DiscoveryRoute from Instagram to get discovered! …