Like declaring a ‘best potato in Idaho,’ choosing one beach that’s head and shoulders above all others in Santa Cruz is an exercise in futility. With so many to choose from – each with its own personality and charm – Santa Cruz is the quintessential beach town. So, if you’re California dreamin’, and only sun, …
When you think of Malibu, you may imagine million-dollar mansions, private clubs, celebrities and beautiful landscapes. Well, you’re not far off. Malibu is a city west of L.A. and seven miles north of Santa Monica along the Pacific Coast Highway. Once you hit the ‘Malibu’ sign, you will start the 27 miles of scenic landscapes …
Located on the sunny shores of the Californian coastline, Santa Monica is one of the best places to locate yourself if you are looking to explore Los Angeles and the surrounding areas. Santa Monica is a beautiful place in its own right. A laid back, surf-loving, culture-filled city that’s home to excellent restaurants and upmarket …
Sequoia National Park is one of the most incredible natural landscapes in North America. Set within California and adjacent to Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park is an adventure traveler’s dream come true. Sequoia National Park is famed for being home to the largest tree in the world – the General Sherman Tree. There …
The famed seaboard of Northern California offers travelers a mixture of picturesque beaches and hidden coves – from busy beach areas such as Santa Cruz to more peaceful, intimate areas such as Lagoon Creek Beach. As a bonus for travelers, the state of California offers beachgoers free access to all public beaches. Each beach offers …
Death Valley is an arid desert expanse in Eastern California. Sitting to the north of Mojave, Death Valley survives without rain and is one of the hottest places on earth. The landscape experiences just five centimeters of rain every year. To put that into context, the average rainfall in the USA’s capital city of Washington …
The gorgeous coastal Californian city of Santa Barbara is a long-established summer destination for the great and the good. Upmarket, classy and really rather refined, Santa Barbara is a wonderful place to explore. Showcasing some of the finest coastlines along all of the United States, it is not hard to see why Santa Barbara sees …
Big Sur is arguably one of the most picturesque landscapes in the United States. Running along the wild California coastline between Carmel-By-The-Sea and San Simeon, Big Sur is one of the most exciting places to explore in the state. In addition to a spectacular coastline, Big Sur has a wealth of awe-inspiring landscapes set just …
Home to vast rows of vineyards and a subtle sense of class, sunny California’s Napa Valley is a luxury traveler’s dream come true. As an annual pilgrimage destination for lovers of fine wine and even finer food, Napa Valley is well equipped for the esteemed traveler. Napa Valley is world-renowned for its wine production. There …
Palm Springs conjures up idyllic images of relaxation, luxury and gorgeous scenery. It’s a must-visit for excellent shopping, pampering in one of its many spas which are fed by the natural hot springs, and of course, some unrivalled gourmet restaurants. You’ll feel like a star driving along its wide, tree-lined boulevards visited by many a …