Pacific Coast Highway or PCH is a must-see for anyone who visits California. It’s spectacular and worth a drive. I have driven PCH multiple times between Los Angeles and San Francisco. It never disappoints. For my Thanksgiving trip in 2022, I decided to try the part north of San Francisco.
It’s that time of the year again. October is the month for fall colors. Before the leaves fully fell out, I went on a spontaneous trip this past weekend to catch some foliage of 2022. This year, I decided to visit a few less known places at the border of California and Nevada.
To me, kayaking is a perfect combination of exercise, natural views, and peaceful moments. This summer, I brought Ariel on board! It’s fun but also requires lots of preparation to kayak with a dog.
In the winter of 2021, my friend introduced me to the Perfect Progression Program at Palisades Tahoe, a high-value program for beginners. I figured it’s time to give snowboarding a try.
Chasing fall colors has become my annual activity in October. In 2020, I enjoyed fall foliage in Lake Tahoe. In 2021, I checked out Mammoth Lakes in early October.
The trip to Grand Canyon National Park and Arizona was long overdue. I finally made it happen during 2021 Thanksgiving. It’s our first time there, so my friend and I hit all the touristy spots in Arizona around Grand Canyon.
After living like a local in Reno for two weeks, I feel Reno is underrated. Although it’s not as glamourous as Las Vegas, the local parks are pretty and peaceful. Its scenic sites and views are not as stunning as Lake Tahoe, but they are much less crowded and more accessible.
I had a semi-getaway in Sonoma and Napa area in March 2021. In my opinion, Sonoma and Napa don’t have breathtaking sceneries like Lake Tahoe or other areas in the Bay Area. But they are humble, quiet, low-key, and peaceful.
I extended my outdoor activities to the sky this year! My best friend and I went paragliding to celebrate her birthday. It felt surreal to fly in the sky overlooking the California coastline. It’s totally worth the price and my drive to SoCal.
I went to Lassen Volcanic and Crater Lake National Parks in early June 2022. It’s my first RV trip. So instead of trying to hit all touristy spots, I took my time and learnt how to enjoy living in an RV. The itinerary was pretty loose and casual. I enjoyed the drive from the Golden State to the Beaver State.