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…
Important Note: Due to the current health conditions, tours are available at limited capacity and masks are required. Private tours are also available for additional safety. 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…
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…
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…
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…
Interested in the Carmel brewery scene or looking for amazing breweries in Monterey County? Carmel Craft is among one of the best in the Monterey area, with their wonderful beer and food from Allegro Pizzeria, you’ll never need another reason to visit Monterey County. Carmel Craft Brewing Company may seem like…
One day in Yosemite is the perfect amount of time to see the most popular things to do in Yosemite National Park. Best of all, you can easily take a day trip to Yosemite from San Francisco even if you only have 1 day to spend. We’ll tell you everything…
