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The Ultimate Family Vacation Guide to Highway 1: Big Sur, Pebble Beach, Carmel
So you want to take your family on a road-trip down the Pacific Coast Highway? This ultimate family vacation guide along Highway 1 will help you plan for it — focusing specifically on the areas of Pebble Beach, Big Sur, and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Why should you zero in on this stretch of the PCH? Even…
Read MoreSedona Pink Jeep Tours
Grand Canyon and Broken Arrow It’s impossible to vacation in Sedona without seeing the famous Pink Jeeps cruising around town. Pink Jeep Adventure Tours is a local company that runs excursions through Sedona and also north into the Grand Canyon. My husband and I wanted to hop on board, however, I could not participate in…
Read MoreLuxury Hotel Review: Lodge at Pebble Beach
The Lodge at Pebble Beach needs no introduction to its famous golf course, overlooking the stunning Pacific coastline. Even knowing about the hotel before my visit, I was still blown away by the scenery, hotel grounds, and hospitality. In full disclosure, I am not a golfer and spent my days exploring the grounds with…
Read MoreBest Restaurants in Big Sur & Pebble Beach
If you find yourself near the Lodge at Pebble Beach, there are a number of dining options that will leave a mark in your vacation memory scrapbook. For me, some of my favorite travel moments occur around food — when a meal and atmosphere (and if I’m lucky, my child) just synchronize and click,…
Read MoreFamily Activities in Big Sur, Pebble Beach & Carmel
17 Mile drive We experienced the 17 mile drive bright and early our first morning. Claire was awake and ready to party at 4am, having not yet shaken the jet lag. Normally, an early car ride is not my cup of tea, but we decided to pile in, and I’m so glad we did! Here…
Read MoreTips for Driving Highway 1 with a Baby
Driving along Highway 1, through Big Sur and along the stretches of coastline, is one of the most scenic and famous drives in the US. It’s tempting to get out of the car every few miles and explore the views, or hop on a hiking trail. Every traveler tackles this stretch of road a bit…
Read MoreThe Best Family Hikes in Sedona and Scottsdale
Hiking in Scottsdale If you are traveling to Scottsdale, you’re probably itching for some sunshine. Scottsdale has numerous hiking trails, but fair warning: look up the temperature ahead of time, and go early in the day if possible. East coasters — I know you think you know heat, but until you’ve experienced Arizona dry heat,…
Read MoreThe Best Family Restaurants in Sedona and Scottsdale
Foodie Finds in Sedona: Quick and Informal: You won’t be hard-pressed to find memorable food in this tiny town! These were some of my favorites, to satisfy any craving: The Hudson had great “all American” fare food. We stumbled in after a 5 hour hike, and while we probably were not the best dressed customers…
Read MoreEnchantment Resort Review: Luxury Sedona Hotel
Maybe it was the magic energy of the vortexes. Maybe it was the glowing red rock scenery. Or maybe the panoramic views of the Boynton Canyon had us in a trance. All I know is, Enchantment Resort put us under a spell. We visited Sedona both for a babymoon escape, and again the…
Read MoreLuxury Hotel Review: Rosewood Miramar
The Rosewood Miramar is the type of hotel, where upon entering the grounds, you instantly know you never want to leave. The grounds are breathtaking and it feels like you just walked onto a movie set, where old world country club architecture meets California charm and laid back vibes. The Rosewood Miramar feels like…
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