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

Discover 10 Brilliant Viewing Points Where Crashing Waves Meet Starry Skies As twilight falls along coastal Highway 1, stars spark to life overhead, creating one of the best stargazing experiences in California. Here, the diamond-dusted night sky reveals wonders hidden by day, secrets that only emerge when the…

Snap a stellar selfie along Highway 1! Whether you’re a photo-happy traveler with an eye for picking the right filter or a professional shutterbug with loads of gear, you’ll find incredible vistas worth breaking (braking?) for. In fact, Highway 1 tops the list as a nationally-recognized scenic byway—which…

Where Chill Ocean Breezes Meet Perfect Sun: Your Guide to The Best Summer Coolcations What is Coolcationing? Coolcationing turns down the heat on summer travel, allowing visitors to trade scorching destinations for more temperate adventures across the globe. Beautiful, accessible and blissfully breezy, Highway 1 on the California…

Looking for the best beachfront hotels on Highway 1? From luxury beach hotels on the Central Coast to the most romantic beach hotels Highway 1 has to offer, the rugged beauty of this unspoiled area invites travelers to linger where ancient pines and rolling hills meet sapphire seas. Unlike many…

Spring Break, Highway 1 Style: Where Wild Meets Wanderlust Golden poppies sway in the salty breeze while the Pacific shimmers beyond rugged cliffs—this isn’t your average spring break. Welcome to Highway 1’s wild escape along the California Central Coast. The real magic happens when you let Highway 1…

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Lodging along Highway 1 offers more than just a room — it’s your key to California’s most magnificent coastline. From San Simeon’s dramatic cliffs to Cambria’s enchanting streets, the best places to stay on Highway 1 combine dreamy coastal vibes with unexpected delights. Fall asleep to ocean waves and rise…

Discover 25 Essential Experiences on California’s Highway 1Every road trip is a blank page, and Highway 1 offers endless ways to fill yours with color. Here, California’s legendary coastline unfolds like a dream — towering cliffs embrace turquoise waters, secluded beaches beckon around gentle curves, and…

The SLO Comedy Festival runs from February 27 through March 2 with 40 comedians in 10 local venues. View the full list of comedians at www.slocomedyfestival.com/comedians. At the “Best of Fest” event, SLO Comedy Festival brings you the best performers from the entire festival voted on by audience members from…

Welcome to California’s quintessential coastal journey, where Highway 1 unfurls an enviable collection of seaside escapes perfect for day trips from San Francisco, Los Angeles, or the Central Valley. While each destination charms visitors into staying longer, we’ve crafted flexible two-day itineraries that showcase the best experiences along this iconic…

The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden presents Nature Nights, an immersive outdoor holiday light, art, and music experience. Visit the gardens to enjoy this beloved holiday event. The event will feature lighting exhibitions and art throughout eight acres of the Garden. Guests can enjoy live music each night. Local culinary…

Your Highway 1 Road Trip Guide to the Most Photogenic Trails Ready to fill your Instagram feed with jaw-dropping coastal views? This stunning stretch of Highway 1 is open and waiting to serve up some of California’s most photogenic hiking…