Crisp mountain air. Shimmering lakes. Scenic drives. Colorful fall foliage. Welcome to June Lake, California: a rustic little mountain town in the high Eastern Sierra Nevada mountains packed with scenic trails to explore, breathtaking mountain views … [Read more...] about 12 Things to do in the Charming Mountain Town of June Lake, California
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11 Perfect Things to do in Paso Robles, California on a Weekend Getaway
Vineyards. Olive trees. Hot springs. Paso Robles, California is one of our absolute favorite places in California, and the perfect spot for a weekend getaway! Located under an hour from San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay, the Central Coast town where … [Read more...] about 11 Perfect Things to do in Paso Robles, California on a Weekend Getaway
Where to Stay in San Francisco (& Where NOT to) a Local’s Neighborhood Guide
I (Jeremy) first moved to San Francisco in 2009 for college, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and right in the middle of that perfect time period between Tech Boom 1.0 and Tech Boom 2.0. The city I moved to was quirky and affordable: I was able to work … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in San Francisco (& Where NOT to) a Local’s Neighborhood Guide
12 Magical Things to do in Morro Bay, California (by a local)
When Jeremy first told me about Morro Bay, the tiny town along California's Central Coast where he grew up, I had a picture in my head that looked a lot like Southern California: waving palm trees, beautiful people wearing neon shorts and roller … [Read more...] about 12 Magical Things to do in Morro Bay, California (by a local)
29 Things Nobody Tells You About Oakland, California
Oakland is a giant city, an urban cultural mecca that stretches from the coast to redwood-covered rolling hills. It has a deep, complicated history and culture, its own local slang, absolutely incredible food, and plenty to see and do - which we've … [Read more...] about 29 Things Nobody Tells You About Oakland, California
8 Scenic Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra Nevadas, California
The Sierra Nevadas are a rugged mountain range in eastern California containing several absolutely stunning and world-famous outdoor destinations, including Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, the Ansel Adams Wilderness, the John Muir … [Read more...] about 8 Scenic Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra Nevadas, California
14 Marvelous Things to Do in Mendocino, California on a Weekend Getaway
Mendocino, California is located just a few hours north of San Francisco on California's stunning Pacific Coast Highway. It's one of the best weekend trips from San Francisco, and we've been up to visit multiple times. Mendocino is known … [Read more...] about 14 Marvelous Things to Do in Mendocino, California on a Weekend Getaway
26 Awesome Things to Do in Oakland, California
Although Oakland and San Francisco are neighbors, located just minutes apart across the Bay, the two cities could not be more different. Oakland has its own distinct history, sounds, tastes, its own social movements. While San Francisco's … [Read more...] about 26 Awesome Things to Do in Oakland, California
18 Magical Disneyland Picture Ideas: The Ultimate Disneyland Photography Guide
Disneyland isn't just one of the most magical places on earth: it's also one of the most photographed. The Disney Parks regularly tops lists of the most Instagrammed places in the world, and for good reason - they're designed to be freakin' gorgeous! … [Read more...] about 18 Magical Disneyland Picture Ideas: The Ultimate Disneyland Photography Guide
The Disneyland Scavenger Hunt & How to Next-Level Your Disneyland Trip
For years, Lia and I have been longing for a Disneyland Scavenger Hunt that we could play with our game-loving friends and family. We’re the kind of people who get aggressively competitive on game night. Like, Lia once faked an ankle injury … [Read more...] about The Disneyland Scavenger Hunt & How to Next-Level Your Disneyland Trip
12 Charming Things to Do in Cayucos, California
Cayucos, California is a tiny coastal town located in California's Central Coast, right on the Pacific Coast Highway. Visiting it feels a bit like stepping back in time. Some beach towns feel sort of like you've stepped onto the set of a glamorous … [Read more...] about 12 Charming Things to Do in Cayucos, California
Where to Stay Near Yosemite National Park (by Park Entrance)
We live in the San Francisco Bay Area, which is just 4 hours away from one of the most stunning, jaw-dropping, and downright awe-inspiring natural wonders of the world: Yosemite National Park. With its soaring granite cliffs, gushing waterfalls, and … [Read more...] about Where to Stay Near Yosemite National Park (by Park Entrance)
Glamping Near San Francisco: A Romantic Weekend Getaway Itinerary
Redwoods. Vineyards. Mountain towns nestled in pine trees. Scenic coastal views. Otters. Sea lions. Ponies, for some reason? Fresh oysters. It kinda sounds like I’m describing a bunch of different locations, doesn’t it? Nope: I’m describing one small … [Read more...] about Glamping Near San Francisco: A Romantic Weekend Getaway Itinerary
The Cataract Falls Hike Disaster: Hiking in the Bay Area, California
For Lia and I, "hiking" and "absolute disaster" go hand in hand. It's an unfortunate pattern that popped up over and over again during our year-long honeymoon. There was the injured wrist on the Valle de Cocora hike in Colombia. There was the … [Read more...] about The Cataract Falls Hike Disaster: Hiking in the Bay Area, California
30 Things Nobody Tells You About San Francisco
The Gold Rush. The Summer of Love. Silicon Valley. San Francisco is a like a chameleon: every few decades, it changes. This city means something different to everyone, it seems. It's a city of promise, of hope. It's also a city of WTF. There … [Read more...] about 30 Things Nobody Tells You About San Francisco
33 Incredible Paso Robles Wineries: the Best Wineries in Paso Robles, California
Paso Robles, California is the Central Coast’s answer to Napa and Sonoma. Located under an hour from San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay, the Central Coast town where my husband grew up, this California wine country town is a trailblazer in its own right, … [Read more...] about 33 Incredible Paso Robles Wineries: the Best Wineries in Paso Robles, California
The 10 Best Coffee Shops in San Francisco: A Local Barista’s Guide
Full disclosure: we're San Francisco coffee snobs. Like, if it isn't single-origin specialty coffee roasted to absolute perfection and brewed to order using a system of convoluted scientific-looking objects made out of glass and wood that takes … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Coffee Shops in San Francisco: A Local Barista’s Guide
8 Quintessential Places to Visit on California’s Central Coast
I grew up in an area of California known as the Central Coast. There are no big cities there - nothing like a Los Angeles or a San Francisco, although the area sits exactly in between the two. Instead of bustling cities, what you’ll find is much … [Read more...] about 8 Quintessential Places to Visit on California’s Central Coast