Hearst Castle

This iconic stretch of California’s central coastline is a must-see for locals and out of state visitors no matter how popular it is. As a Bay Area local, I’ve been lucky enough to explore Big Sur’s iconic essentials and lesser-known gems a number of times. This curated list shares my handpicked favorites in a mobile-friendly, easy to use format. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious or low-key experience immersed in nature, this guide has you covered. Unlock this guide for access to: 🛌 Places to stay: boutique hotels + campsites 🍽 Places to eat: breakfast, lunch, and dinner options 🌲 Things to do: hikes, beaches, and wellness 🌊 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

Looking to take an epic California road-trip? This guide will take you through 7 California cities in 8 days, with the option to add on 2 days to your trip in San Diego. Cities in the guide include: - San Luis Obispo (day trip) - Big Sur (3 nights & day trip to Monterey Bay) - *hidden location* (day trip) - Pismo Beach or Morro Bay (1 night) - *hidden location* (1 night) - Santa Barbara & Montecito (2 nights) - San Diego (2 nights) This guide includes a mapped out itinerary that shares where to stay, places to eat, and things to do. It's mapped out so you won't feel rushed at each location, with carefully selected activities. Whether you are camping or staying at hotels, there will be recommendations to fit everyone's needs. This guide is family friendly & pet friendly accommodations are also included. Have questions regarding your itinerary? Email me at aly@alyandco.co !

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of California! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Cali for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of: ☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries 🌮 Local cuisine 🏛️ Museums of all kinds 🌳 Gardens & parks 🛏️ Boutique hotels 🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!