A day trip to the Vision Quest Ranch and Safari may well be the closest that most of us ever get to a true African safari. That said, it's a whole lot easier to access then Africa, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg getting there! Located in Salinas, a part of Monterey County, Vision Quest is … [Read more...]
Carmel Valley Wine Tasting Day Trip Things To Do
Carmel Valley is about 120 miles south of San Francisco, on the Monterey Peninsula. This area of California is ranked as a top wine destination and is far less crowded than Napa Valley. Carmel Valley Village is nestled in the heart of the valley surrounded by the spectacular Santa Lucia … [Read more...]
Carmel-by-the-Sea Day Trip Things To Do
Carmel-by-the-Sea is a quaint, cozy town nuzzled in between the mountains and the sea. It is the perfect destination for a getaway, for lovers, artists, and even families. This small town, located 2 hours south of San Francisco, offers incredible shopping, delectable restaurants, noteworthy … [Read more...]
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve with its headlands, coves, and rolling meadows is situated 4 miles south of Carmel along historic Cabrillo Highway 1. The reserve boasts one of the best underwater habitats in the world, which provides Scuba divers a world-class experience as they swim among … [Read more...]
Moss Landing Day Trip Kayaking Fresh Seafood
Moss Landing is a sleepy little fishing village that time has forgotten. Located halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey most people visit this area to explore Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine. Elkhorn Slough is located just east of Moss Landing. The Slough is managed by the California … [Read more...]
Pinnacles National Park Day Trip
Protected by the mountains east of central California's Salinas Valley, Pinnacles National Park is home to a collection of unique rock formations, hidden caves and beautiful peaks and valleys created by an extinct volcano. The park is an exceptional place to observe wildlife and is the nation's … [Read more...]
Big Sur Road Trip Pacific Coast Highway
Big Sur, California is one of the most beautiful regions in the world with visitors coming from thousands of miles away to drive along the California Pacific Coast Highway. Big Sur is about 150 miles south of San Francisco and about 300 miles north of Los Angeles. It covers a 90-mile stretch of … [Read more...]