A Perfect Day in Morro Bay: Kayaking & Tide Pools Along the Central Coast

Discover the best of Morro Bay, CA with this travel guide to kayaking, tide pooling, and wildlife watching. Explore the calm Morro Bay Estuary, vibrant tide pools at North Point Natural Area, and marine life around Morro Rock. Spot sea otters, harbor seals, and rare birds in this coastal haven. Get tips on tide charts, must-visit locations, and gear for an unforgettable Central Coast adventure!

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Exploring Zzyzx - A Quirky Stop on Your Road Trip from LA to Vegas

What is Zzyzx Road? If you've ever taken a road trip from LA to Vegas along I-15, you've probably seen this strange Zzyzx road sign near Baker, CA. Located in Mojave National Preserve, this roadside stop was once a "health resort" in the mid 1900s, and now the abandoned structures are home the Desert Studies Center. Visitors are welcome to explore parts of the grounds, so let's take a look!

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Sanctuary Cruises: Epic Whale Watching Charter in Monterey Bay

Today we're heading out on a luxury motor yacht with Sanctuary Cruises for a private whale watching charter. This is one of the top orca and whale watching companies in Moss Landing in Central California, providing group and private tours of the Monterey Bay. We'll encounter all kinds of marine wildlife up close, including orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, dolphins, sea lions, and sea birds.

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Lucia Lodge in Big Sur - Honeymoon Cottage

Read this Flying Dawn Marie hotel review on Lucia Lodge along the Big Sur coastline. Located along Pacific Coast Highway 1, aka Cabrillo Highway, this Big Sur hotel is a great place to stay when taking a road trip along California's central coast. This week I'm reviewing the Honeymoon Cottage, Room # 10, which is one of the original cabins built 100 years ago with a panoramic ocean view.

17-Mile Drive at Pebble Beach

Read this Flying Dawn Marie travel guide to driving the famous 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach. Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea on the Monterey Peninsula in central California, this scenic drive one of the best things to do along the central coast. Each stop provides beautiful coastal views, such as the Spanish Bay Beach, Bird Rock, Crocker Grove, Pebble Beach Golf Links, and Lone Cypress Tree.

First-Timer’s Guide to Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

Read this Flying Dawn Marie travel guide to visiting Point Lobos State Natural Reserve in Carmel, CA. Located near Monterey and Big Sur, this California State Park contains multiple hiking trails that take you along bluff tops, turquoise waters, and abundant wildlife. Some of the top things to do is to see the Whalers Cabin, China Cove, Sea Lion Point, Bird Island, and Cypress Grove Trail.