Northern California vs. Southern California: Which One To Visit?
After a lifetime of living in and exploring this gorgeous state, I’ve broken down the differences between Northern California and Southern California to help you choose which region to visit!
The Perfect San Francisco to San Diego Road Trip Itinerary
California’s long coastline makes for an excellent San Francisco to San Diego road trip with ocean views, charming beach towns, and some of the most famous cities in the world.
Inns of Mendocino Review: Boutique B&Bs by the Coast
The best places to stay in Mendocino are the three Inns of Mendocino run by Four Sisters Inns. They’re a collection of boutique, sophisticated bed and breakfasts in downtown Mendocino.
Where to Find Spring Flowers in California
Wildflowers are gorgeous and always a treat to find, but sometimes it’s nice to visit a planted flower field that guarantees great blooms. This list includes both wildflowers and non-wildflowers!
The Holidays at Filoli Historic House and Garden
For the perfect holiday activity in the Bay Area, take a walk through Filoli Historic House and Garden. Admire the Christmas lights, get a mulled wine at the Holiday Bar, tour the mansion all decked out for the holidays, and grab a bite to eat the the Quail Café.
A Guide to Filoli Historic House and Garden in California
The ultimate guide to things to do, what to wear, the best time to visit, and what's blooming at Filoli Historic House and Gardens in the San Francisco Bay Area.
A Guide to the de Young Museum in San Francisco, California
The de Young Museum in San Francisco has a wide range of artworks, including ancient and American art. This guide has information about parking, opening hours, where to eat, and things to do nearby!
15 Gorgeous Coastal Towns to Visit in California
California has an abundance of activities and places to visit up and down the state. It is, of course, most known for the stunning, long coastline it boasts along the West Coast.
A Day Trip to: Point Reyes National Seashore
From shipwrecks to seals, there’s all kinds of maritime history and coastal sights to see in Point Reyes.
Best Day Trips in the Bay Area
There are tons of things to do in and around the Bay Area, and many of them are an easy day trip! These are the best places to take a day trip and things to do in each place.
A Day Trip to: Sausalito, California
Sausalito is a town on the bay just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. It’s charming, a bit upscale, and gorgeous.
Visiting an 1800s Railroad Camp in California (+ Redwood Trees!)
One of my favorite hidden gems in Northern California is the town of Felton. It’s a small town tucked into the redwoods with an incredible railroad camp from the 1800s!
A Day Trip To San Mateo, California
San Mateo is a lovely town with a Japanese Tea Garden, great restaurants, and a nice downtown. It’s a great spot for a day trip!
A Day Trip To: Davenport, California
Just a dozen miles north of Santa Cruz is the hidden gem Davenport, California. It’s an incredible coastal city with jaw-dropping beaches and small-town vibes.
Travel Guide to Yosemite During a Pandemic
Yosemite is one of the most magnificent places I have ever been. I feel incredibly lucky to live close enough to pull off a day trip! Visiting during a pandemic is slightly different than an ordinary time.
18 Things to Do in San Francisco During the Holidays
San Francisco during the holidays is a truly magical time. The entire city is decked out, there’s an air of cheeriness, and ice rinks pop up around town.
A Day Trip to Yosemite from San Francisco
You read that right. A DAY TRIP to Yosemite! It’s completely possible if you live in the Bay Area, or even within 200 miles of Yosemite.
The Perfect Coastal California Road Trip
Any road trip along the California coast is perfect, but if you’re looking for something that you can do in one day, this is it!