I’ve been to San Francisco many times, but this was the first time I spent the night in the city. It was a wonderful experience, and I can’t wait to return, spend a few more nights there and explore some more! One of the easiest ways to reach the city from the Central Valley is […]
California
Along the Coast
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” Jacques Yves Cousteau Many happy moments of my life have been spent at the seaside. The sea has also soothed me when things haven’t been easy, and it has never failed to give me inner peace when I have needed […]
Huntington Gardens
On of my favorite gardens in California are the Huntington Botanical Gardens. The 120 acres feature 16 themed gardens and there is always something blooming. I can visit many times, and each time I’ll discover something new and enjoy the parts that I have fond memories of. This time, various camellias around the gardens, the […]
California Missions
The Spanish missions are part of California’s rich history. Before California became the 31st state in 1850, it was first colonized by the Spanish (1769 – 1821) and then became a part of Mexico (1821 – 1848). The 21 missions built between 1769 and 1833, were founded by Spanish Franciscan priests to try and convert […]