Last updated in March 2020 California is made for a road trip and in March, my boyfriend and I spent seven wonderful days driving around its gorgeous coastline and rugged landscapes, sampling the best of the Northern region of the state. Although there are plenty of California road trip itineraries, I wanted to help you plan your own by sharing the route we designed after many evenings of reading, research and planning. So, if you’re in the planning stage for…
A substantial part of our trip to California was spent revelling in the freedom of the open road. From San Francisco to Big Sur and further inland to Yosemite, California was made for a road trip, and we savoured every mile of it. A friend’s wedding in southern California then beckoned us further south to San Diego and LA via the arid Mojave desert, in striking contrast to the snow-capped slopes of Yosemite we had glimpsed hours earlier. It was…
Many a traveller on a road trip through California will find themselves beckoned to spend time in Yosemite National Park, the majestic home of El Capitan and Half Dome. Although most people opt to visit May-October, our visit in late March provided ample opportunities to lose ourselves in Yosemite’s beauty. Watching sunlight silently trickle into the snow-topped valley at sunrise. The perfect reflections that dance over glassy rivers. Cascading waterfalls the drape from soaring granite. A lone coyote darting across…
For many, Yosemite National Park isn’t simply a stop on your road trip through California – it is the reason to board a plane to America in the first place. With soaring granite facades that dwarf even the largest SUVs, filled with unforgettable moments and beautiful sights, it is no surprise that Yosemite is one of America’s favourite national parks attracting nearly 4 million visits per year. For visitors to Yosemite National Park in March, there are some key pieces…
