Suz Marks the Spot

A coastline covered in rolling fog has never looked so beautiful and magical. You assume the risk fog anytime you do anything in or around the Bay, but at Point Reyes, you should cross your fingers for fog - it only adds to the charm of this coastal area.
To follow along with my recommended day trip…

Mount Shasta may just be the most underrated destination for a weekend trip out of the Bay. I spent 2 years living here not knowing of this Nor Cal oasis, so here's to hoping you can get a head start.  From San Francisco, Shasta is about a 4 hour drive, and if you carefully plan your first de…

Nestled inland, near a few of my favorite California State Beaches, is Pescadero; a quaint little town that's the perfect destination for a day trip. Highly recommend taking Highway 1 to get here and rolling your windows down to breath in that spring ocean air. It is still a little chilly this…

Yes, I drove all the way to Dixon, CA to see sunflowers, but, there's more to Dixon than just sunflowers! If you're into craft beer and local markets, this is the perfect little day trip. Time of year is essential, though. Sunflowers are in full bloom during June & July, and I went in J…