Tag: California
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Five Favorites : Lesser Known U.S. National Parks
As a family, we love visiting national parks across the country. We carry our annual park pass everywhere, tuck our national park book into backpacks, and never miss a chance to collect stamps and stickers. You could say we’re committed. Over the years, we’ve explored quite a few parks, and each one leaves us in…
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Elephant Seals, Moonstones, & Tide Pools on the Central Coast {California}
It had been four years since my last trip to California. Some of my lifelong friends had moved to the Central Coast, settling in the quiet coastal town of Los Osos. Over the years they’ve become more like family, and being so far away from them had been harder than I expected. For months I…
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California Central Coast Road Trip Guide: Charming Towns, Rugged Coastlines & Unexpected Discoveries
Discover one of California’s most beautiful road trips as you explore charming towns, rugged coastline, state parks, historic landmarks, and unforgettable hidden gems along the Central Coast.
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Moments & Misadventures : Then The Plan Changed
One of the defining parts of our family has always been road trips- the more spontaneous the better. This has been the case since the beginning. The first of these road trips came when we were dating and Brad invited me to go Yellowstone with him. But as we filled up the car to begin…
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Moments & Misadventures :: Between the Haves and Have Nots
We are in the season of Thanksgiving here in the states. While this holiday has changed over the years to include copious amounts of food, watching endless football games, and a frenzied shopping spree- at the heart of it has always been the reminder of being thankful for what we have. And for me one…
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Moments & Misadventures :: Snapshots From The Road
I have had a lot of road trips throughout my life. Up one coast, down the other, and through the middle in every which way- these road trips have taken me all over the place. In all of these road trips there are of course the places you purposefully go to, but there are also…
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The Haunted Mansion & Nightmare Before Christmas {California}
“Boys and Girls of every age, would you like to see something strange, come with us and you will see, in our town of Halloween…” Happy Halloween! Because my birthday falls just a few days before Halloween, this is always a favorite time of year for me. But when it comes to Halloween, I generally…
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Old Mission Santa Barbara: History, Gardens & the Queen of the Missions {California}
Discover Old Mission Santa Barbara, one of California’s most iconic Spanish missions, where centuries of history, beautiful gardens, and peaceful surroundings make it a must-visit landmark.
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Visiting Bubblegum Alley: A Strangely Fascinating Attraction {California}
Bubblegum Alley in San Luis Obispo is one of California’s strangest roadside attractions. Discover why this colorful, quirky stop is worth adding to your Central Coast road trip.
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Visiting the Madonna Inn: Opulence, Elegance, and Whimsy{California}
The Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo is unlike anywhere else in California. Discover its colorful décor, famous Pink Champagne Cake, and delightfully unique details.