We stopped at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve in search of spectacular views and photos, but found more than we ever expected.Point Lobos State Natural Reserve photosWe arrived early at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. Our route was going to take us down Highway 1 to San Simeon. At 87 miles, it’s a short drive. But those miles are packed with epic views, incredible … [Read more...] about Photos of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
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The Pinnacles High Peaks revealed
Have you ever witnessed nature do something absolutely incredible? We did when we walked the Prewett Trail and saw the High Peaks revealed.The High Peaks revealedWe’d heard about how spectacular the High Peaks at Pinnacles National Park were. That’s why we planned to stay at the nearby Inn at the Pinnacles. The Inn, located high above the Soledad in the Salinas Valley, … [Read more...] about The Pinnacles High Peaks revealed
Cambria Scarecrow Festival is worth traveling to
Scarecrow contests? Are you kidding me? I never knew they could be so much fun. We’d actually heard about the Cambria Scarecrow Festival from a friend before we left on our trip. It sounded intriguing, but after seeing the scarecrow contest in Solvang, we were eager to make a stop in Cambria. The world of scarecrows looks nothing like it did back when farmers stuck those old … [Read more...] about Cambria Scarecrow Festival is worth traveling to
Auckland’s Fukuoka Garden and Lakeside Park
We’d taken a Hop-on/Hop-off tour that took us to the Fukuoka Garden, a Japanese Garden for Auckland’s, and Lakeside Park, a massive park that surrounds a lake. While both places involve a central body of water surrounded by landscaped grounds, they couldn’t be more different.Fukuoka GardenLike most Japanese gardens, the Fukuoka Garden is a study in precision. … [Read more...] about Auckland’s Fukuoka Garden and Lakeside Park
One visit, two amazing ships—life on the high seas
It’s been a few years since we visited San Diego’s Maritime Museum, but these ships are still on display at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. They're a great illustration of the difficulties of life on the high seas before today's modern vessels.On the way to San Diego Maritime MuseumOur trip began with a ride on the Coaster, which picked us up in Carlsbad and … [Read more...] about One visit, two amazing ships—life on the high seas