California Grape Harvest – Getting the wine grapes from the vine to your bottle
A look at the California grape harvest that starts late summer and early fall, an interesting part of the wine-making process
Attractions
California Lighthouses – photos, history and how to visit them
Discover the enchanting and exciting history of the Central California lighthouses dating back to the mid nineteenth century. Details on how to visit those open to the public.
California Mission Fountain – water lily photo at Mission San Miguel
California Mission fountain – a previous photo of the week showing a water lily in the fountain at the Mission San Miguel
California Missions – 8 of the 21 missions are found in Central California
History, beauty and serenity can all be found in a california missions visit. Maps, photos and unique information on the missions of California
Central California Back Roads and Scenic Drives – an illustrated guide
California Back Roads – The road less traveled is usually the most beautiful. A guide to Central California scenic drives.
17 Mile Drive – A beautiful scenic drive highlighted by the lone cypress
17 Mile Drive – A gorgeous drive around the Pebble Beach portion of the Monterey peninsula featuring the “lone cypress”.
Rios Caledonia Adobe – a 19th century house near Mission San Miguel
Once a part of Mission San Miguel, the Adobe Rios Caledonia is a well preserved historic building that has seen much history pass by on Highway 101
Alisal Road, Solvang – a short but beautiful backroad through forests of sycamore
Alisal Road Solvang – From Denmark back in time to old California, this back road has many charms
Atascadero Veterans Memorial – The Faces of Freedom
The Atascadero Veterans Memorial – A beautiful tribute to those from San Luis Obispo County who have served our nation
Beach Picnic – Some of our favorite places for a meal along the shore
Our favorite Central coast beaches for a beach picnic, watching the surf or a relaxing walk.