If I had a choice, I’d only ever go to Harley Goat Farm in Pescadero, CA during kidding season! But goats can’t exactly give birth all the time, that’d be animal abuse which I’m not a fan of. With that said, it is possible to visit Harley Goat Farm outside of…
This A Weekend Away 3 day itinerary post is our local’s guide to exploring San Francisco! Our guide to San Francisco is strictly local and we will not be taking you to the touristy spots that the city is known for. If you’re looking for Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Lombard…
In one of our previous A Weekend Away posts, I’d once said that many tourists come to San Francisco expecting warm weather, palm trees, and sunshine, but they’re met with fog? Well those descriptors better describe the Los Angeles (LA) climate. This month’s A Weekend Away post is a 3…
While Descanso Gardens is great any time of the year, it’s AMAZING during the winter holiday season. Descanso Gardens is a beautiful botanical garden nestled in the mountains of La Cañada Flintridge, close to Pasadena, in Los Angeles county. Beginning in November until January, Descanso Gardens Enchanted: Forest of Light…
If you’ve driven along Interstate 5 in Orange County, specifically in Irvine, California, you may have wondered about the giant orange ball floating in the horizon. That orange balloon is the one and only Great Park Balloon. The City of Irvine offers tethered balloon rides in the Great Park on…
Monterey’s hiking trails are some of the best in the state of California, we’ve compiled 10 of the best Monterey hiking trails for you to explore. The hiking in Monterey County is especially great because the county has got a little bit of everything. From waterfalls along the Pacific Ocean,…
Important Note: Due to the current health advisory, Swanton Berry Farm is open for u-pick at limited dates and times. Please see website for more information. The Farm Store remains open daily between the hours of 8am and 7pm. They request that you wear a mask and wash your hands…
Note: We came here during the 2017-2018 Winter Holiday season so the exact holiday festivities and activities may differ. Also known locally as “Academy of Sciences,” California Academy of Sciences is one of the best science museums in the Bay Area. As a kid coming here for school field trips,…
You might know Monterey for its delicious seafood, beautiful coastlines with gorgeous hikes, and famous Cannery Row. But some of the best breweries are found in Monterey County, California and they are all well worth visiting. Sprinkled all throughout Monterey County, from the city of Monterey to Salinas, Carmel, and…
Looking to spend a weekend in Monterey, California? This 3 days in Monterey itinerary has got you covered with the best places to stay, eat, and see in Monterey County, plus we’ve even included things to do in Salinas. The beautiful coastal city of Monterey is only located approximately 120…
