Backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail in 5 Days | Full Guide
Your full guide to backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail, including everything to know before you set out on the trail.
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22 Things to do in Palm Springs, California for the Ultimate Desert Escape
The best things to do in Palm Springs! From the eclectic and unique to the most popular ways to enjoy this desert city. In the middle of the California desert, you’ll find the oasis of Palm Springs. As you enter town you’re surrounded by dry heat and palm tree-lined streets. There’s a pristine suburban feel … Read more
100+ Best Things to do in LA | The Ultimate Bucket List
100+ Best Things to do in LA | The Ultimate Bucket List The best things to do in LA! From the top attractions to favorite local experiences, best beaches, and recommendations for where to stay and eat. There’s no doubt that Los Angeles gets a bad rap, mostly from people who have spent a weekend … Read more
19 Best Restaurants on the Pacific Coast Highway (Top Foodie Spots)
The best restaurants on the Pacific Coast Highway to taste your way through the highlights of California cuisine. It can make all the difference to have a string of fantastic restaurants to keep you going and fueled up on a road trip. Car snacks only go so far and one of the best aspects about … Read more
Epic California National Parks Road Trip: 2-Week Itinerary (With Variations)
The perfect two-week California national parks road trip to see the most highlights and experience the Golden State’s outdoor nature to the fullest. I vividly remember my first introduction to each national park I’ve visited in California. The first time I saw a Joshua Tree up close and experienced the next-level nature of desert stargazing. … Read more
18 Best Hotels Along the Pacific Coast Highway (To Rest & Recharge)
The most beautiful, unique, and overall best hotels along the Pacific Coast Highway to rest and recharge during your road trip. Spanning most of the California coastline (around 700 miles to be exact), the Pacific Coast Highway is easily the most beautiful coastal road trip you can take in the Golden State. There are endless … Read more
Camping at Parsons Landing Campground (Full Guide)
Your full guide to camping at Parsons Landing Campground, whether you’re hiking the Trans-Catalina Trail or just looking for a unique getaway on Catalina Island. Located at the “Wild West End” of Catalina Island, you’ll find one of the most remote and secluded campgrounds on the island – Parsons Landing. Even with its hard-to-reach nature, … Read more
Catalina Island Hiking Guide: Best Trails & Viewpoints on the Island
Your complete Catalina Island hiking guide! These are the best trails and viewpoints to discover a completely different side of the island. Dusty hiking trails, calf-burning hills, coastal views everywhere you look, palm trees framing scenic bays, ocean breezes, wildlife, and civilization that’s never too far away – this is what you can expect with … Read more
11 Best Beaches on Catalina Island: From the Hidden to the Most Popular
Looking to discover the best beaches on Catalina Island? These are my picks for the best beaches on the island, from remote to easiest to access. As soon as you arrive on Catalina Island, it feels like you’ve been transported to a tropical island, minus the humidity. You’ll find swaying palm trees, a laidback culture, … Read more
14 Fun Things to do in Julian, California | Bucket List
The best things to do in Julian, California! Explore this charming mountain town, from its apple pie to its Gold Rush history. The first time I visited Julian, I was doing a day trip from San Diego with a few of my college friends. As we were navigating the winding Highway 79 to get up … Read more
