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Dec 15, 2025
This California Beach Town Is the 'Whale-watching Capital of the World’—and the Holidays Are the Perfect Time to Visit
Just south of Laguna Beach on the Pacific Coast Highway, the small, oceanside town of Dana Point is set on steep bluffs above the Pacific Ocean that sweep down to sandy Doheny Beach, of “Surfin’ U.S.A.” fame. Dubbed the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World, Dana Point boasts both abundant marine life and a vibrant surfing culture.
Dec 13, 2025
12 Stress-Free Pacific Coast Towns For A Weekend Retreat
From Seattle to San Diego, a wide variety of attractions draws visitors to the Pacific Coast. Yet, this part of the United States also has some great small towns with excellent attributes. From picturesque towns in the Golden State, to charming towns in the Beaver State, to quaint towns in the Evergreen State, here are a dozen stress-free small towns along the coast of the Pacific Ocean that are ideal for a weekend retreat.
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Dec 03, 2025
PCH Lane Reductions Will Be In Place This Week
Several lanes of Pacific Coast Highway will be shut down in Malibu overnight this week due to construction work.
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Dec 02, 2025
Ride the Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to L.A.
There are great road trips, and then there’s arguably one of the all-time finest, the Pacific Coast Highway, from San Francisco to San Diego, mile after mile of dramatic ocean views, rock formations and tidepools, classic bridges, hikes and all those great small towns along the way to stop for awhile.
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Nov 25, 2025
The Great California Power Trip: 13 Stops of Pure Adrenaline
The growl of a supercharged engine bouncing off canyon walls feels like your personal soundtrack. Behind the wheel of the Ford Venom 800, the world feels bigger, faster and a little more electric. The Rapid Red paint catches the sunrise as the lifted stance clears every curb and trail ahead. Built for both street and dirt, this Ken Grody Ford creation doesn’t just move; it commands attention. There’s a 2-door option for those who prefer sleek control, but today’s about power and presence. With one tank of gas and two days to burn, this Orange County road trip delivers moments that remind you why we fell in love with driving in the first place.
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Nov 25, 2025
An Optimized Road Trip Maps The Shortest Route Between National Parks Across America
The United States is pretty hallowed ground when it comes to road tripping. This is the land of the Blue Ridge Parkway, a fall foliage odyssey through charming mountain towns in Appalachia. It's got all the stunning stops along the Pacific Coast Highway and the iconic Route 66, that epic drive that stretches from Chicago all the way to LA. But one of the most incredible road journeys of all might be the one you've never heard of, since it's not some old-school historic route, but rather the product of some nifty calculations by AI pioneer and data scientist Dr. Randy Olson.
Nov 25, 2025
The Great California Power Trip: 13 Stops of Pure Adrenaline
The growl of a supercharged engine bouncing off canyon walls feels like your personal soundtrack. Behind the wheel of the Ford Venom 800, the world feels bigger, faster and a little more electric. The Rapid Red paint catches the sunrise as the lifted stance clears every curb and trail ahead. Built for both street and dirt, this Ken Grody Ford creation doesn’t just move; it commands attention. There’s a 2-door option for those who prefer sleek control, but today’s about power and presence. With one tank of gas and two days to burn, this Orange County road trip delivers moments that remind you why we fell in love with driving in the first place.
Continue reading "The Great California Power Trip: 13 Stops of Pure Adrenaline"
Nov 25, 2025
An Optimized Road Trip Maps The Shortest Route Between National Parks Across America
The United States is pretty hallowed ground when it comes to road tripping. This is the land of the Blue Ridge Parkway, a fall foliage odyssey through charming mountain towns in Appalachia. It's got all the stunning stops along the Pacific Coast Highway and the iconic Route 66, that epic drive that stretches from Chicago all the way to LA. But one of the most incredible road journeys of all might be the one you've never heard of, since it's not some old-school historic route, but rather the product of some nifty calculations by AI pioneer and data scientist Dr. Randy Olson.
Nov 24, 2025
9 Standout Main Streets In California
One of the best ways to get a sense of a new community is to make a beeline to its main street. This is where heritage buildings tip their hat to the past, where unique shops strut their stuff, and where noteworthy events tend to take place (be it a big annual festival or a weekly farmers market). In the case of California, there are coastal communities whose commercial cores incorporate the salty breeze, mountain towns whose crisp surroundings accent frontier facades, and desert hotspots whose sunny skies illuminate luxurious layouts. These are nine such Californian main streets that stand above the crowd.
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This California Beach Town Is the 'Whale-watching Capital of the World’—and the Holidays Are the Perfect Time to Visit
Dec 15, 25 09:33 AM
Just south of Laguna Beach on the Pacific Coast Highway, the small, oceanside town of Dana Point is set on steep bluffs above the Pacific Ocean that sweep down to sandy Doheny Beach, of “Surfin’ U.S.A… -
12 Stress-Free Pacific Coast Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Dec 13, 25 10:34 AM
From Seattle to San Diego, a wide variety of attractions draws visitors to the Pacific Coast. Yet, this part of the United States also has some great small towns with excellent attributes. From pictur… -
PCH Lane Reductions Will Be In Place This Week
Dec 03, 25 09:38 AM
Several lanes of Pacific Coast Highway will be shut down in Malibu overnight this week due to construction work.
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Recent Articles
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This California Beach Town Is the 'Whale-watching Capital of the World’—and the Holidays Are the Perfect Time to Visit
Dec 15, 25 09:33 AM
Just south of Laguna Beach on the Pacific Coast Highway, the small, oceanside town of Dana Point is set on steep bluffs above the Pacific Ocean that sweep down to sandy Doheny Beach, of “Surfin’ U.S.A… -
12 Stress-Free Pacific Coast Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Dec 13, 25 10:34 AM
From Seattle to San Diego, a wide variety of attractions draws visitors to the Pacific Coast. Yet, this part of the United States also has some great small towns with excellent attributes. From pictur… -
PCH Lane Reductions Will Be In Place This Week
Dec 03, 25 09:38 AM
Several lanes of Pacific Coast Highway will be shut down in Malibu overnight this week due to construction work.
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