When you visit the heart of Highway 1, you’re sure to find a variety of accommodations to suit every kind of traveler. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, romantic getaway, girls’ weekend or solo journey, our stretch of coastline can offer the perfect lodging property to rest and recharge. We […]
Highway 1 Discovery Route’s Foto Feature Whale Watching Photo by @PacificWhaleResearch Whale Watching is an activity that can be fun for the whole family, which might be why it’s more popular than ever. The most common whales spotted off the Central Coast of California are humpback whales, blue whales and grey […]
Montaña de Oro State Park This park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot Valencia Peak. Naturalists and backpackers enjoy the solitude and freedom found along the park’s trails. There are also mountain biking and equestrian trails. The best-known beach is Spooner’s Cove, […]
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 […]
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. The H1DR is compromised of 10 coastal towns along […]
Description MarFarm is a unique destination – a farm stay vacation rental located in coastal wine country. Situated in the Edna Valley wine region, this converted horse stable is a great choice for groups and family reunions. Surrounded by scenic vineyards and foothills, this property will give you plenty of […]
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. […]
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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 you through a meadow livened by birdsong […]
From USA Today Forget about Miami and Laguna Beach! The 10 Best Coastal Small Towns – each with a population of fewer than 25,000 people as of the last census – offer unpretentious and affordable seaside fun without the crowds, proving that bigger isn’t always better. “Los Osos, California seems […]
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. Kind Traveler, the travel industry’s first socially responsible, […]
From Nerd Wallet Whether you like to travel near or far, domestic travel closer to home may be the first opportunity we have to venture out. When restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic start to lift, shorter road trips might be the perfect stepping stone to ease your way back […]
Enjoy a drive on one the 8 national scenic byways in California From Diane Blair and Patricia Wright at WestwaysWith international travel restricted over much of the last year and fewer travelers boarding planes, many Americans seeking fresh scenery have rediscovered a love for hitting the road. Among sought-after routes […]
From Crai S. Bower of AARPRegardless 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 […]
