Ojai
Ojai is a hidden valley just north of Los Angeles which combines snow-capped mountains with palm trees and orange groves. It’s no wonder so many celebrities choose to hideaway in this small town – which we...
Los Angeles – One Day Driving Tour
There is a LOT to do in Los Angeles for a variety of tastes and ages. Our goal for this day was to be able to drive and see the sights of Los Angeles without stopping a...
Newport Beach
After a quick breakfast at the house, it was time to head back from the desert to the beach. There’s something fun about a trip which includes a desert, a mountain top and a beach all...
Joshua Tree, Palm Springs
Upon leaving San Diego, you have a choice on how to get to Joshua Tree and/or Palm Springs. You can drive the shopping center lined highways (which are not overly enticing) or you can take a...
San Diego
San Diego can be a lot of things to a lot of people. But the most popular attractions remain the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Legoland and the Gaslamp Quarter. If you have little kids, Legoland...
Long Drive Home, Route 66
By this time, you’re probably ready to be home and it is a long drive home. If you really like Route 66 kitsch, you can plan a lunch at the historic El Rancho hotel in Gallup,...
Lake Powell, Slot Canyons, Amangiri
Amangiri is expensive. I mean really expensive. But this hotel is a destination in and of itself. It is arguably the nicest hotel we’ve ever stayed in and defines a hotel being the actual destination. The...
Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon
The next morning you can leave early (stopping at a few of the overlooks to watch the sunrise) and trying to spot wild cats if you can. The drive to Springdale is filled with canyons and...
