california’s central coast                 This 12-day driving trip features charming coastal villages like Half Moon Bay and Carmel-by-the-Sea; the boutique wineries of Paso Robles and Santa Ynez; the breathtaking scenery of Big Sur; and fabulous Santa Barbara. En route, you’ll explore elephant seal colonies, lighthouses, tide pools, and open-air markets. Best in fall, winter, or spring. USA Home   |   Overview   |   Detailed Itinerary   |   Travel Notes   |   Map enchanting new mexico                 This 10-day driving trip visits Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Taos. It offers Bougainvillea-draped plazas, snow-capped mountains, trend-setting galleries, ancient cultures, wild rivers, innovative museums, and fabulous food. Not to mention world-class performing arts. Best in late spring through early fall, except for winter sports lovers. USA Home   |   Overview   |   Detailed Itinerary   |   Travel Notes   |   Map northern california coast and wine country                     This 9-day driving trip explores the natural splendor of Muir Woods and Point Reyes National Seashore, the beautifully preserved 19th-century coastal village of Mendocino, and the wineries of the Anderson, Napa, and Sonoma Valleys. Ideal for those who want to enjoy first-rate food and wine in spectacular surroundings. Best in fall, winter, or spring. USA Home   |   Overview   |   Detailed Itinerary   |   Travel Notes   |   Map

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