Sequoia National Park, in California, is home to the largest trees in the world, but that’s not all you’ll find there. Between Sequoia and its sister park, Kings Canyon, there are over 1300 acres of trees, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, caves,…

Sequoia National Park, in California, is home to the largest trees in the world, but that’s not all you’ll find there. Between Sequoia and its sister park, Kings Canyon, there are over 1300 acres of trees, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, caves,…
When I was raising my own children, visiting the San Diego Zoo Safari Park was a regular occurrence. Only back then, it was called the San Diego Wildlife Animal Park. And while my children were young, there was a limit…
While we all agree that 2020-21 has been a wild ride, I have found it beneficial to focus on the good things that have happened, rather than the obvious challenges. One of our highlights was camping in the Eastern Sierras…
I know, I know! California is nearly a paradise. Especially southern California. It’s where everyone goes to enjoy the beaches and the perfect weather. But if you live in southern California, you know it’s not always perfect. Sometimes the summer…
This post was most recently updated on December 14th, 2021 Having lived in the bay area for over five years, I had yet to visit one of the most iconic landmarks in all of San Francisco: Alcatraz Island. So, when…
This post was most recently updated on January 13th, 2022In Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, you will delighted by all the charming shops, galleries, and restaurants. They are housed in cottages that all look rather European. With cobblestone walkways, hidden courtyards, shapely Monterey…