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Pacific Coast Highway Travel Blog

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May 10, 2023

The Best Towns to Visit on a Road Trip Down California's Central Coast for Incredible Food, Wineries, and Hotels

A food and drink expert charts the perfect course from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

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Apr 26, 2023

Top 7 Outdoor Things to Do in California

California is home to some of the most diverse and beautiful natural landscapes in the world, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The state of California offers a wide range of outdoor activities to explore, like hiking, camping, surfing, biking, scenic drives, mountain climbing, or simply taking in breathtaking scenery.

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Apr 25, 2023

New Study: Can EVs Compete with Gas Cars Traveling Iconic American Road Trips

The latest study by Upgraded Points sets gas cars against electric vehicles to see which vehicle is truly the most economical on five American road trips. Examining the time and fuel costs along iconic trails like Route 66 and California 1, the study offered a variety of insights while investigating the central question: Is saving money on gas really worth the tradeoff in travel time?

The study determined that for every 100 miles driven along these popular routes, an EV owner will save $11 but will add 25 minutes, on average. An EV trip increased travel time by over 13 hours on one route, but less than 2 hours on another.

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Apr 20, 2023

DVEN CEO Robert Hess Rides the Pacific Coast Highway for Veteran Wellness Read more: https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/dven-ceo-robert-hess-rides-the-pacific-coast-highway-for-veteran-wellness#ixzz7zR9bfce9

DVEN founder and CEO Robert Hess joined with Team RWB (Team Red, White & Blue) volunteers who are taking an American flag from Seattle, Washington, to Atlanta, Georgia to ride a section of the Pacific Coast Highway on Day 18 of the 50-day journey.

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Apr 20, 2023

Things to do in Long Beach this weekend including… art shows, pop-ups and cat yoga

This weekend we’ve found two arts shows celebrating local Black artists and another featuring the creative, heartwarming works of Long Beach Unified School District students with intellectual disabilities. This weekend is also a great opportunity to try out new food businesses that are coming together at two different pop-ups. There’s also a unique, one-day-only tasting event featuring a favorite local Cambodian chef.

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Apr 19, 2023

Scenic Spots on the Pacific Coast Highway

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's guide to the most scenic spots on the Pacific Coast Highway in California with Big Sur, Bixby Bridge and Pfeiffer Beach.

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Apr 17, 2023

Highway of Dreams: Adventures Along the Pacific Coast Highway

Refuel, revel, and repeat: California's PCH takes drivers on twisting turns and serene stretches, in a sumptuous show of breathtaking beauty

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Apr 15, 2023

Best Beaches in California

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's list of the best beaches in California with beaches in Santa Monica, Big Sur, Malibu, Carmel, Cambria, La Jolla and Coronado.

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Apr 15, 2023

10 Must-Try Bucket List Experiences In The U.S. In 2023

From scenic mountain hikes to the incredible riverboat cruise, discover some of the must-try bucket list experiences in the U.S. in 2023.

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Apr 14, 2023

Aberdeen

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Aberdeen is a city in Washington State, known as the Gateway to the Olympic Peninsula, and noted for attractions including the Kurt Cobain Memorial Park.

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Apr 11, 2023

Where to Eat in Monterey

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's guide to where to eat in Monterey including on Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, fish restaurants and the best clam chowder.

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Apr 10, 2023

Where to Eat in San Diego

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel guide to where to eat in San Diego from fresh local seafood to Mexican, Italian, fine dining and the best fried chicken in the US.

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Apr 06, 2023

Best Museums in Santa Barbara

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's guide to the best museums in Santa Barbara, which include art, history, natural history, and science museums.

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Apr 05, 2023

5 Luxe Road-Trip Stops on the California Coast

From San Diego to San Francisco, the Pacific Coast Highway conjures a sense of real-life magic—pristine beaches, zebras roaming the hills of San Simeon, sea cliffs studded with soaring redwoods. It’s also 600 miles and a 12-hour drive. Sure, PCH isn’t the easiest or fastest way to get from city to city, but that’s not why you do it.

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Apr 04, 2023

Where to Eat in Carmel

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's guide to where to eat in Carmel with Italian, French, Mexican and American places, from inexpensive to Michelin-star fine dining.

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Apr 03, 2023

Yachats

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The Pacific Coast Highway Travel guide to Yachats in Oregon, with a brief history of the town, what to do and see, where to stay, and how to pronounce Yachats!

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Apr 03, 2023

Where to Eat in Yachats

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The Pacific Coast Highway Travel guide to where to eat in Yachats, Oregon, focussing mainly on places with local organic produce, and mostly along Highway 101.

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Mar 29, 2023

PCH Closures To Start Monday In Laguna Beach

The closures will affect a part of the highway near Diamond Street in Laguna Beach, the city said.

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Mar 29, 2023

Discover California's Pacific Coast Highway By Making These 10 Stops

California is famed for its sunny energy and beautiful beaches. Discover all the Golden State offers on a road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway.

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Mar 24, 2023

Washington Coast Charging Stations

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Pacific Coast Highway Travel's guide to Washington coast charging stations for electric vehicles along Highway 101 from Oregon and around the Olympic Peninsula.

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Mar 23, 2023

Stretch of PCH in Huntington Beach shut down again amid latest storms, officials seek solutions

More rain in the forecast means a flood-prone section of Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach near Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve will remain shut down again at least through Wednesday, and officials were searching for a solution for the recurring traffic issue.

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Mar 23, 2023

California battles heavy floods, high winds and rain

At least two people have died after California was hit with another storm that brought high force winds, heavy rain, and more flooding.

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Mar 23, 2023

Storms Delay PCH Roadwork, Lane Closures To Begin Thursday

A single lane of traffic will be closed at various locations on PCH through late May.

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Mar 23, 2023

Portion of PCH Temporarily Closed for Debris Clean-Up

UPDATE: (3:35 p.m., Tuesday, March 21): The city expects to reopen the southbound lanes of Pacific Coast Highway by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21, though northbound lanes will remain closed, according to a media release from the city. The Public Works Department will again close a stretch of the southbound lanes at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22.

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Mar 23, 2023

One person killed and another injured in ‘remarkable’ California storm

Brutal winds downed power lines in many areas leaving thousands of people without power in regions south of San Francisco

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Recent Articles

  1. The Best Towns to Visit on a Road Trip Down California's Central Coast for Incredible Food, Wineries, and Hotels

    May 10, 23 09:47 AM

    A food and drink expert charts the perfect course from San Francisco to Los Angeles.

    Read More

  2. Top 7 Outdoor Things to Do in California

    Apr 26, 23 10:07 AM

    California is home to some of the most diverse and beautiful natural landscapes in the world, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The state of California offers a wide range of outdoor activiti…

    Read More

  3. New Study: Can EVs Compete with Gas Cars Traveling Iconic American Road Trips

    Apr 25, 23 11:08 AM

    The latest study by Upgraded Points sets gas cars against electric vehicles to see which vehicle is truly the most economical on five American road trips. Examining the time and fuel costs along iconi…

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