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Top 10 Hippie Towns in California: Boho, Counter Culture and Cool

12/16/2020 by Carol Guttery 8 Comments

Hippie towns in California green vintage van

Go boho with this guide to 10 groovy hippie towns in California. Figure out where to go for an artsy, counter-culture weekend getaway.

Gray Whale Cove State Beach Park: Everything You Need to Know

12/13/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Half Moon Bay Gray Whale Cove state beach park with bluff

This guide has everything you need to know to have a chill day visit to Gray Whale Cove State Beach Park near Half Moon Bay.

How to Do Death Valley from Las Vegas: Route Map & 9 Stops

12/11/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Death Valley from Las Vegas Zabriskie Point

This guide for how to do Death Valley from Las Vegas will help you plan the most efficient route with 9 key stops at top spots in the park.

California’s Bodie Ghost Town: A Guide to the Relics and Wreckage

12/08/2020 by Carol Guttery 1 Comment

Bodie State Park schoolhouse

Get the backstory on California’s Bodie ghost town and then plan your visit with this thorough guide.

Half Moon Bay State Beach Park: Everything You Need to Know

12/03/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Half Moon Bay State Beach Park. Ocean view from the bluff

This guide has everything you need to know to enjoy a day visit or camping in Half Moon Bay State Beach Park.

Find a Bonanza of Beer at these 12 Lake Tahoe Breweries

11/28/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

South Lake Tahoe brewery - Sidellis. Beer pint

Discover a booming craft beer scene with these twelve Lake Tahoe breweries and beer-friendly tap houses. Use this guide to figure out where to go and what to drink.

13 Killer Stops on the Scenic Lake Tahoe Drive

10/26/2020 by Carol Guttery 14 Comments

Lake Tahoe scenic drive: Emerald Cove Nevada

This guide for the scenic Lake Tahoe Drive tells your how to find the 13 best spots for beaches, killer views and a slice of California history.

Explore the Donner Pass Summit Tunnels: Full Guide and Map

10/21/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Tahoe Donner Pass Summit tunnel number seven with hikers

Explore California history and some gritty urbex graffiti in the Donner Pass Summit tunnels. This guide will give the history of the tunnels and practical tips for how to hike them.

How to Find the Perfect Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Patch

10/11/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Andreotti Pumpkin Farm Half Mon Bay. Pumpkin display

Find the best Half Moon Bay pumpkin patch with this thorough guide. Find great spots for harvest festival activities and finding the perfect pumpkin.

Uniquely SF: 30 Unusual, & Cool Things to Do in San Francisco

03/06/2020 by Carol Guttery 22 Comments

Cool places in SF: Embarcadero heart sculpture

This local’s guide to cool things to do in San Francisco has unusual, weird and counter culture experiences that show SF’s unique culture.

10 Top Things to Do on Angel Island State Park: Hiking, History and a Whole Lotta Views

01/12/2020 by Carol Guttery Leave a Comment

Angel Island State Park: view of Tiburon

Explore hiking and history with these popular things to do on Angel Island State Park. This guide includes top activities and practical island logistics.

What to Do in Joshua Tree, National Park (in One Action-Packed Day)

01/07/2020 by Carol Guttery 3 Comments

Joshua tree landscape with blue sky and rocks

Figure out what to do in Joshua Tree with this insanely thorough guide. Find things to do, tips and an suggestions for how to spend a day in the park

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