Nestled amidst the cholla, joshua trees, and sunshine of the Mojave Desert, near Joshua Tree National Park, the Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum of Assemblage Sculpture unfolds across ten acres as one of America’s most unique art environments. This open-air sculpture park was built by the visionary assemblage artist Noah Purifoy during the final more »
If you’re looking for a unique getaway that feels like stepping onto a movie set straight out of the Old West, Pioneertown, California, is the perfect destination. Nestled in the high desert just a short drive from Joshua Tree National Park, Pioneertown offers rustic charm, fascinating history, and a lively modern twist that makes it more »
The jaw-dropping, rugged stretch of coastline along Big Sur, California provides a special retreat to get away from it all. With the verdant Santa Lucia Mountains on the east and the turquoise blue Pacific Ocean on the west, this mountain spot will realign you with California’s mystical beauty! So, hop on California’s winding Highway 1 more »
No wifi, no telephones, and no TVs. Just you in the beauty of nature and all the time to yourself. Imagine experiencing an entire weekend like this! If you’re in the mood for a slow and quiet trip away from the hustle and bustle of city life, then start planning a weekend getaway to Deetjen’s more »
If you’re traveling to Big Sur, you absolutely must stop to see McWay Falls! It’s a beautiful and breathtaking view of a little waterfall splashing onto a small white sand beach in a cove with crystal clear turquoise water. It’s one of only two waterfalls that fall onto a beach in California and it’s a more »
Life is a highway and you’re going to get hungry! Why keep driving past all the good stuff? Don’t settle for fast food, but instead keep reading to discover all the Must Try Foods Along California Highway 1! This highway drive has tons of amazing foods to discover in either direction, so load up the more »
There is just so much to do at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! From amusement park rides to boardwalk games and arcade games, plus miniature golf, laser tag, and bowling, not to mention the beautiful beach and so much delicious, over-the-top food to eat! If you’re planning a trip to Santa Cruz, be sure to more »
The Sutro Baths in San Francisco was once the world’s largest indoor swimming facility, but now all that remains are the allegedly haunted ruins. The ruins are open to the public to explore, but please note that they are not maintained and no officials are on the premises, so please use caution. Keep reading to more »
The gorgeous coastal town of Santa Barbara is one of the most popular destinations in Southern California with amazing beaches, free attractions, and plenty of activities for all kinds of travelers with or without kids. History, music, architecture, food, art, and more are the reasons you’ll want to spend a weekend (or longer!) in this more »
If you’re throwing a gemstone-themed birthday party for a sparkle-loving 7-year-old, I’ve got the perfect hands-on craft that combines creativity, imagination, and lots of glittery-sparkle: DIY Pet Rock Adoption & Habitat Making! This DIY craft doubles as both a party activity and a party favor as every guest has something personal and adorable to take more »
When your 7-year-old daughter is all about gemstones, crystals, and treasures, there’s no better way to celebrate her special day than with a “She’s A Gem” birthday party! Recently, we threw a glittering gemstone-themed bash that combined geology, creativity, and plenty of sparkle and shimmer for our little gem-loving girl and her friends—and it was more »