Ah, we finally made it to the Pacific Ocean. Smooth waters, soft sand, clear sky, and people enjoying the day. We did a bit of walking on the beach, took a (brief!) dip in the cold ocean waters, checked out Santa Monica Pier, and soaked in the Sun. Oh, and lunch at Bubba Gump. Today:Continue reading “Hello Santa Monica!”
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Skull Rock and Palm Springs
Today, we had both sand and snow! Wait, wut??? Sure. You can do that here. Read on. In the morning, we checked out Skull Rock at Joshua Tree National Park. In the afternoon, we zoomed over to Palm Springs to experience their aerial tram. Both trips were loads of fun. Skull Rock, does, indeed, lookContinue reading “Skull Rock and Palm Springs”
Joshua Tree National Park
There’s a reason they say America’s national parks are a treasure. The beauty. The majesty. Nature in the raw. Joshua Tree National Park is truly one of those treasures. The Park offers a unique, maybe even surreal landscape you’ll nary find elsewhere. Towering formations of granitoid rocks amidst the Joshua Trees, which are mostly foundContinue reading “Joshua Tree National Park”
Wonder Valley Hot Springs
Wow. If you want a relaxing getaway that is … almost … off the grid, then you might really enjoy Wonder Valley Hot Springs. A Balinese granite tub with natural hot springs water. Comfy accommodations. Peaceful. Relaxing. Just what one needs to shake off the pandemic!
The road trip has begun!
We made it to Joshua Tree, California, after a good 6-hour drive. Lunch at a great place, the Joshua Tree Saloon, followed setting up at our residence at Wonder Valley Hot Springs. More pics coming tomorrow! Relaxation – it’s a great thing!