History of 17-Mile Just as the name suggests, 17-Mile Drive is a 17-mile scenic loop that runs all the way around the coast of Pebble Beach, just off the Pacific Coast Highway. A 17-Mile Drive tour will typically take you all the way around the peninsula and back to the PCH, although there are also […]
There’s really no wrong way to take a Pacific Coast Highway road trip, but we’d recommend starting in the north so there’s nothing between your car and an uninterrupted view of the ocean on your right. We’d also highly recommend taking three or four days instead of driving straight through. There’s so much to do […]
There are plenty of places to stop and look around at Pebble Beach, mainly showing off the spectacular views of the forest or the Pacific Ocean. Any good 17-Mile Drive tour will take you to a wide variety of stops along the way. After all, as Pebble Beach founder Samuel F.B. Morse once said: “The […]
The Pacific Coast Highway is a beautiful stretch of coastal highway spanning the length of California, offering spectacular views and stunning vistas. With its winding roads, crashing waves and magnificent mountain passes, it has become one of the most popular road trips in America. Many travelers flock to this route for an unforgettable experience that […]
Have you heard all about the 17 Mile Drive tour but are still unsure about the basic details of this awe-inspiring journey? Don’t worry, because I’m here to help! Continue reading to know more about this stunning expedition. 17 Mile Drive Tour Time This journey encompasses a stunning stretch of roadway that circles the coastline […]
If you drive all the way up or down the PCH without stopping, you can expect to reach your destination in 10 to 12 hours, depending on how much you speed. However, the stops are what make any Pacific Coast Highway road trip interesting, so you should really leave about three days or so to […]
The PCH starts in Orange County, just a few miles south of Irvine and Long Beach, and runs all the way up to Mendocino County in the northern part of California. A Pacific Coast Highway road trip would be about 655 miles total, about three-quarters of the California coastline. When you reach the northern terminus […]
To answer the question of why Silicon Valley has been so successful, we have to first answer another question: Where is Silicon Valley? The answer to both questions is that Silicon Valley was built in the area surrounding Stanford University. Stanford is one of the world’s leading research universities, especially when it comes to technology, […]
 Before taking a Silicon Valley tour, you’ll probably have some questions. Can we visit the Apple HQ? How about the Googleplex? The answer to both these questions is “sort of.” While the buildings themselves are typically only open to employees and guests of the companies that own them, you’re free to visit the park adjacent to the […]
The first thing you’ll notice on any Silicon Valley tour is that you can drive pretty much anywhere in the area without too much confusion. While it’s easy to get around without a car due to the high numbers of Uber and Lyft drivers in the area – both companies are headquartered just across the […]