Category: California

California Travel Planning Tips

Discover 5 Charming Things to Do On Coronado Island (with Map)

View of San Diego skyline from the Coronado Bridge

Coronado was incorporated as a city in 1890. Being an island, separated from the San Diego metropolis, Coronado is a small beach community that maintains its island feel. By 1888, when Hotel Del Coronado was built the city had become a major tourist destination. Coronado welcomes visitors from all over the world and is surrounded by the San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean, with gorgeous views all the way around. So, come along with me as we explore my favorite things to do on Coronado Island.

20 Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara

My favorite list of best restaurants in Santa Barbara

Early visitors to Santa Barbara called the city the American Riviera due to its similarities to the French Riviera, the region of southeast France on the Mediterranean coastline. One similarity shared by both the French Riviera and Santa Barbara is great food. Like the French Riviera, Santa Barbara has so many restaurants that it is hard to try all of them in order to compile a list of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara.

12 Best Restaurants in San Clemente


When it comes to picking the best restaurants in San Clemente, the task is very difficult. Being a popular Southern California beach town, San Clemente has many restaurants that cater to so many different tastes and budgets. However, let’s try exploring some of the best restaurants in San Clemente.

10 Best Things To Do in San Diego With Kids (with map)

San Diego Zoo is one of the best things to do in San Diego with kidsSan Diego is an amazing place to visit. It provides the iconic California feeling of sun, the ocean and simple energy. When it comes to finding fun things to do in San Diego with kids, there are simply too many to list in an article. From my many trips to the San Diego area I have gathered my favorite things to do in San Diego with kids, from seeing sea lions at La Jolla, to theme parks and simply hanging out at the beach. So come along with me as we explore San Diego for families.

8 Best Things to Do in Bishop California (with maps)

Hiking Piute Pass is one of the best things to do in Bishop CaliforniaBishop California sits at the bottom of the Sierra mountain range and provides easy access to beautiful lakes and gorgeous hiking. In addition Bishop can serve as a great nașe for exploring the area by taking a few beautiful day trips South and North. Read more as we explore my favorite things to do in Bishop California.

8 Best Pismo Beach Attractions (with maps)

The rugged coastline at Shell Beach is one of the must see Pismo Beach attractionsPismo Beach is another California beach town which embodies the California vibe. When you think of California postcard photos, well Pismo Beach is certainly one of them. From gorgeous beaches and picturesque rugged cliffs to great food and animals and of course perfect weather, Pismo Beach has it all. So let’s explore together the best Pismo Beach attractions.

10 Fun Things to Do in Santa Barbara With Kids

Penguins at the Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara is the quintessential California beach city. From the amazing ocean location to the stunning surrounding mountains, Santa Barbara is the true California destination everyone dreams about. Even when it comes to things for children, Santa Barbara has many things to offer. Read on as we explore what to do in Santa Barbara with kids.

The Best Foodie Trips To Take Around The USA

Man eating burger
With the COVID-19 restrictions finally easing up, travel and tourism are starting to bounce back as well. A study done by AARP Research reflects this positive trend, showing that 77% of Americans feel it is safe to vacation this year. As well, since most of us have been stuck at home for the past two years, many of those who had travel plans have enough money and vacation time saved that they are eager to use. A recent poll indicates that most older American adults are willing to shell out up to $8,369 for their vacation.

10 Best Things to Do in Solvang with Family

Solvang is a beautiful destination in Southern California. We love taking our family to Solvang and enjoying the town and the many attractions perfect for families. We enjoyed Solvang when our children were small but also now when they are teenagers…they just love going to Solvang. So, come along with me as we explore my favorite things to do in Solvang with family.

7 Best Things To Do In Sacramento (with Map)

The Great Seal of California inside the State CapitolSacramento is the capital of California and as such it has lots of historical places to visit. Founded in 1848 at the confluence of the American and Sacramento rivers, the city of Sacramento has become the center of California politics and life. Read along as we explore the best things to do in Sacramento.