When you walk through the revolving door into the lobby of the historic Santa Maria Inn, it feels as if you are stepping back in time. The hotel was originally built in 1917 and has been added onto and remodeled numerous times over the years, but they have kept the historic theme in tact with […]
Hotels & Resorts
La Jolla’s Pantai Inn
Looking for a getaway that will allow you to relax and escape from the stress of daily life? Pantai Inn in La Jolla is the perfect place. Sometimes when I travel, I plan a detailed and busy schedule ahead of time. For this trip, my goal was relaxation, so I left my schedule wide open. […]
The DoubleTree Downtown Modesto Hotel
Looking for a place to stay along California’s Highway 99? The Double Tree by Hilton Downtown Modesto is a comfortable choice, and, of course, they have those delicious chocolate chip cookies available when you check in. I had a spacious room on the 9th floor overlooking the swimming pool and jacuzzi spa. This floor has signs […]
Holiday Inn Express in Turlock, California
Turlock is a California city that I’ve driven through many times. Highway 99 runs through Turlock and Stanislaus County. I’ve taken this route when driving between Southern California and Sacramento and other Northern California towns. This was my first time to do more in Turlock than just stop for gas or a bite to eat. […]
Luxurious Cottages, Yurts and Other Accomodations at Yosemite RV Resort
Are you an RVer? While an RV sounds fun to me, I have no desire to actually drive one. I can, however, enjoy the fun of an RV resort without an RV. Yosemite RV Resort has accommodations for all, whether you need a whole lot of the comforts of home or just some of them. […]




