Have you been to Coarsegold? This mountain community is on Highway 41 (aka The Yosemite Highway). On your way to or from Yosemite, you’ll come across Coarsegold Historic Village. It’s a great spot to stop to stretch your legs, grab a bite to eat, shop and soak up some local history. The village consists of […]
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Oakhurst Community Park 🏞️
When I’m traveling, I love to experience the outdoors and often visit parks and other natural areas. It’s a great way to relax or get some exercise while enjoying scenic views. For those of us who live in Southern California, Oakhurst is on the way to Yosemite. The city is just 14 miles from the […]
5 Fun Places to Go in Monterey County
Have you ever been to Monterey? Even if you haven’t yet visited, you’d probably recognize photos of the iconic Big Sur Bixby Bridge and the Lone Cypress along the rugged 17 Mile Drive coastline. You’re probably also familiar with Steinbeck’s books about the area, Dali’s Monterey inspired artwork and former Carmel by The Sea mayor […]
Can I still go to Big Sur? Yes!
There is no doubt about it. Big Sur is an absolutely beautiful place – rugged coastline, redwoods, wildflowers and more. This area has been impacted by back to back disasters including the Soberanes fire that burned for 3 months last year, harsh Winter storms this year and a recent, massive landslide. Some adjustments need to be made, but […]
So Much to Eat, Drink, See and Do in Claremont
There are so many options for fun in the Los Angeles area. As a lifelong Southern California resident, it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life instead of enjoying things as a tourist would. I’ve made it my personal mission to enjoy and appreciate the wonderful things that surround me, whether I’m […]