08/12/2026
Okay, California just went back on my travel list. 😍🌊
If you’ve ever wanted to do the California coast, this is the kind of trip I could get very excited about.
Highway 1, Big Sur, Carmel, Santa Barbara, Malibu, San Diego… gorgeous scenery, great food, wine country, beach towns and some seriously beautiful hotels along the way.
And the best part? You don't have to cram it into 4 or 5 days. Give yourself 7–14 days and actually enjoy the stops instead of spending the whole trip in the car.
Fora just put together a great guide with ideas for where to stop, where to stay and what not to miss.
I’m saving this one for my own travel wish list. 😂
If California has been on yours too, take a look! 👇
Read the California Coast Road Trip Guide
Plan your California coast road trip with expert hotel picks, scenic stops from Big Sur to San Diego, and tips for driving Highway 1.