There are plenty of places to see on a Bryce Canyon tour, but if you want to start with the essentials, we recommend taking the Amphitheater drive first. This is by far the most iconic section of the park and includes a handful of spots that you definitely shouldn’t miss. The Amphitheater itself is a […]
While you won’t get a fully guided Zion National Park tour without having to pay a third-party company, the park does offer some other ranger-led activities free of charge. At the visitor center, rangers lead Patio Talks twice a day on a wide variety of subjects, including the park’s animals, plant life, history, and even […]
It’s a matter of preference, of course, but we think the best time for a Bryce Canyon tour is between May and September. These months offer the warmest weather and the greatest variety of ranger activities. Unless you’re the kind of person who really enjoys the heat, however, we’d recommend trying to avoid July and […]
The best time to visit Zion National Park can vary depending on your preferences and which parts you’d like to see, but we’d generally recommend going in the spring or fall. Summer is the most popular time to visit the park, which means it can get a bit crowded – especially on the weekends. Zion […]
While Bryce Canyon doesn’t offer ranger-guided tours, there are plenty of private companies that will show you the ins and outs of the national park. You’ll have to do a little shopping and compare prices to figure out which Bryce Canyon tour is best for you. Many of these are bus tours, so you won’t […]
If you want to hit all 13 viewpoints, a full Bryce Canyon tour should take you about three hours. However, you could easily spend all day exploring the hiking trails and other side attractions in the national park. We always recommend taking your time when visiting a national park, since the best places to see […]
Are you looking for a fun and exciting getaway? Carmel-by-the-Sea offers a plethora of attractions that will help you make the most of your stay. From world-class golf courses to zipline tours, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this charming coastal town. In this blog post, we dive into all the amazing activities and […]
Pet-Friendly Stops on Pacific Coast Highway Since most of the PCH is out in the middle of nowhere, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun with your four-legged passengers. Most Pacific Coast Highway road trips start in San Francisco, which is a relatively pet-friendly city. The famous Golden Gate Bridge allows dogs every day […]
Carmel-by-the-Sea, often just referred to as Carmel, is one of the prettiest small towns on the California coast. Though it lacks the amenities and attractions of Monterey, its larger neighbor to the north, Carmel is still a popular and worthwhile destination spot in its own right, especially for visitors coming straight from a 17-Mile Drive […]
If you’re taking the I-5 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, then you shouldn’t stop anywhere except to get gas and food. We mean no disrespect to the Inland Empire, but it’s not exactly the most interesting part of the state. If you’re taking the Pacific Coast Highway, on the other hand, there are plenty […]