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Road Trip Along California’s Highway One

Heather — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 00:52:11 +0000

When I close my eyes, I can still smell the fresh sea air and if I listen closely, the sound of the waves crashing onto the shore resonates in my ears. For a moment I feel like I’m back on Highway One taking in the beauty of California’s Pacific Coast… Looking for another great California...

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The Stunning 17-Mile Drive at Pebble Beach

Heather — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 01:21:43 +0000

Noted as one of the most scenic drives in the world, the 17-Mile Drive allows visitors to explore the spectacular scenery of the Pacific Coast. The famous coastal drive runs through Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach with breathtaking views of the rugged Pacific coastline and the magnificent Del Monte Forest. Looking for another breathtaking...

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Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Heather — Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:54:53 +0000

Have you ever visited a town so charming that you wish you didn’t have to leave? That is exactly how I felt when I strolled the adorable streets of Carmel-by-the-Sea! With only about an hour to explore this delightful village, I felt a familiarity that I only find when walking the streets of a European...

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Monterey Bay Aquarium

Heather — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 01:01:24 +0000

Situated at the end of historic Cannery Row atop the old site of Hovden Cannery, the Monterey Bay Aquarium welcomes visitors to explore the wonders of the Pacific Ocean. As a little girl, I dreamed about visiting Monterey Bay Aquarium, and now 20 years later I couldn’t contain my excitement as I explored the aquarium!...

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A Stay at InterContinental The Clement Monterey

Heather — Fri, 01 Apr 2016 22:35:58 +0000

Have you ever found yourself loving a hotel so much that you want to stay longer? My stay at InterContinental The Clement Monterey had me falling in love with the warm hospitality of Monterey and the stunning views of Cannery Row and Monterey Bay! With the romantic notion of discovering the setting of John Steinbeck’s...

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7 Reasons to Visit Monterey County, California

Heather — Wed, 30 Mar 2016 01:00:15 +0000

Monterey County is home to more than a dozen charming towns, miles of beautiful coastline, amazing scenic drives and some of the best landscapes in California! With just a few short days to explore Monterey County there wasn’t enough time to take-in all the beauty of this California gem. Although I didn’t get through my...

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Wine Tasting in Napa Valley

Heather — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 01:02:20 +0000

I’m sure if you are a regular reader of this blog, you know my love for wine. My oenophile heart loves everything about wine, so of course a visit to Napa Valley always tops my to-do list whenever visiting California! Napa Valley is a wine lover’s dream come true. Every oenophile should visit Napa at...

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San Francisco Botanical Garden

Heather — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 01:03:03 +0000

Located within the Golden Gate Park, the 55-acre San Francisco Botanical Garden is an urban oasis. With over 8,000 plant species from around the world, visitors are treated to a stunning display of flora in landscaped gardens and open spaces. With San Francisco’s unique microclimate the botanical gardens are home to numerous plant species that...

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5 Ways to Experience the Golden Gate Bridge

Heather — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 01:02:16 +0000

As one of the most iconic bridges in the world, the Golden Gate Bridge is a must see when visiting San Francisco! Named after the Golden Gate Strait (the entrance to San Francisco Bay from the Pacific Ocean), the Golden Gate Bridge was completed in 1937 after four years of construction. The 4,200-foot long suspension...

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