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This article describes wineries and tasting rooms in the unique towns and villages of California's Central Coast, convenient stops for those traveling Highway 1.

The coast road between San Francisco and Los Angeles has some of California's best views, and historic sights on the southern stretch from Hearst Castle to Santa Barbara.

Take the coast road between San Francisco and Los Angeles for some of California's finest views: rocky sea cliffs, roaring surf, sandy coves, wildlife and historic towns.

This article provides advice on how to plan a driving vacation along Highway One in the United States, including where to stop and when to go.

Some of California's best views lie along the coast road between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The most dramatic scenery is on the stretch between Carmel and San Simeon.

From California to Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, Unique Inns has the best luxury lodges, boutique hotels, and historic inns on the Pacific Coast and in Napa Valley.

Few luxury inns are historic and have spa facilities, a business center, gourmet breakfasts, free parking and wine tastings, but Casa Laguna on the PCH is a Unique Inn.

From gondola cruises to kayaking, Huntington Harbour has romantic and exciting attractions. You will also find trendy shops and restaurants, and luxury boats and yachts.

From the Historic Columbia River Highway to the Pacific Coast along Highway 101 or the Cascade Mountains, Oregon offers beautiful driving tours, most year-round.

Olio e Limone is one of downtown Santa Barbara's best Italian restaurants, offering fine dining, wine, and gourmet cuisine just off California's Pacific Coast Highway.

One of the best hotels in Bodega Bay, the Bodega Bay Lodge and Spa is just off the Pacific Coast Highway near San Francisco with ocean views, pool and fitness center.

The California coast is one of the state's best attractions. The Lonely Planet guide covers Disneyland, Pacific Coast Highway, Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego.

Dogs can go to the beach, to the shopping mall, even out to breakfast or lunch at these pooch friendly destinations in southern California's most beautiful beach towns.

The Cypress Inn in Carmel-by-the-Sea on California's Pacific Coast Highway is co-owned by movie legend Doris Day and is itself famous for being extremely dog-friendly.

The Carter House Inn is a romantic hotel made up of four historic Victorian houses in the Old Town of Eureka, near the Pacific Ocean and close to Pacific Coast Highway.

The new 5th edition of the massive Lonely Planet Guide to the USA is published March 2008, with 1192 pages, 25 authors, and comprehensive coverage of the United States.

Just south of the north Oregon coast's most crowded and glittery tourist towns lies a stretch of coastline dotted with quiet beaches and picturesque fishing towns.

Dana Point is a seaside resort community neighboring Laguna Beach in Southern California. Fido or Fifi are welcome at pet friendly hotels near the Pacific Ocean.

Monterey Bay is a beach paradise on the California Coast. The family dog or cat is welcome to travel along with reservations at a pet friendly hotel.

The historic Santa Monica Hotel Shangri-La opens its doors for business again in October 2008 after a $30 million refurbishment providing ocean-front LA accommodation.

In Los Angeles this summer head for Malibu, Venice and Santa Monica, where there are beaches for surfing and sunbathing, but piers, boardwalks, and the Getty Villa too.

Los Angeles is more than mean streets and Hollywood. Here are the city's top ten gardens to visit, including some in Beverly Hills, San Marino and even near LA Airport.

Hearst Castle is a vital piece of Americana. There's much to see, but since tour space and local hotels are both limited, a trip to San Simeon requires planning ahead.

Sharks, seahorses, penguins, sea otters, touch pools and a fun Splash Zone for kids make the Monterey Bay Aquarium a top family attraction on California's Pacific Coast.

The Franciscan Inn is a historic hotel in the center of Santa Barbara, close to the beach, Amtrak station and California's Pacific Coast Highway but room rates are cheap.

Gisborne, the slow-paced, self-appointed Chardonnay Capital of New Zealand, is an undeniably handsome and surprisingly untouristy coastal town.

Although the homes of departed celebrities are now owned by the living, occupants claim to see the spirits of movie stars who are still attached to their residences.

Cruise up the coast and explore the home state of many writers past and present. Tour the homes of three famous California writers.

North of San Simeon, California along Pacific Coast Highway, hundreds of elephant seals cover the Piedras Blancas beach in January and February.

Carmel-by-the-Sea is considered the most pet friendly beach destinations in America. Sand beaches are a greata place to walk the dog or let the pampered pooch run free.

This article highlights the must see stops for visitors who have only one or two days in Santa Cruz, California.

Northern California is known as a wine and food destination, but Humboldt County, on the far North Coast, is a culinary capital with wine, local food, and great beer.

The Vagabond's House Inn Bed and Breakfast in a quiet but central location in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is a historic pet-friendly guesthouse-hotel just off the PCH.

Close to Gold Beach in Oregon and the Pacific Coast Highway, the Tu Tu Tun Lodge is a Unique Inn in a remote setting by the Rogue River not far from California border.

Hiking in the Laguna Coastal Wilderness Park is an excellent way to experience what first drew artists to Laguna Beach, California. Here is one local trail to consider.

Walk along the beach, watch wildlife and relax in cozy oceanside accommodation at Pelican Cove Inn on California's Central Coast, just outside the rustic town of Cambria.

Hiking the trails of The Santa Monica Mountains satisfies the stressed urbanites need to interact with the environment in a meaningful way. Nature's elixir for the soul.

Despite the high cost of living in southern California, campgrounds on the beaches of Orange County offer attractive choices for affordable holidays on the Pacific Coast.

San Jose blossomed in the 1980s and 1990s as the core of the California computer-technology industry. But there's more there than silicon chips and microcircuits.

San Francisco's most famous attraction is 70-years-old in 2007. If you're planning to wish the Golden Gate Bridge happy birthday, here's how with this visitor's guide

LA is the American melting pot carried to its logical extreme. No-one is left out and there are plenty of tourist attractions to satisfy.

Three wineries from three different locales and eras operate within the sprawl of Los Angeles, each with excellent wines to offer those in the know.

The Bakersfield, CA, boys of Lost Ocean release their Credential Recordings debut next month, the arresting and ambient self-titled CD that will release you to soar.

Go Further, the 2003 documentary by award-winning filmmaker Ron Mann, explores environmentally-friendly alternatives to our destructive habits.

If the 4000 animals at San Diego Zoo aren't enough, visit a further 3500 at its big brother, the San Diego Wild Animal Park in 1800 acres of the San Pasqual Valley

Santa Monica's Embassy Hotel, no relation to the Embassy Suites, is a historic Mediterranean-style villa with apartments and rooms in lush gardens near the pier and beach

The top luxury California beach hotels make the best Pacific Coast vacation. Wake up to an ocean view, eat on a beachside terrace, and take a walk on the sand: perfect.

Alcatraz Prison on 'The Rock' of Alcatraz Island is one of San Francisco's 'must see' attractions. Make the most of your time at Alcatraz with this visitor's guide

Driving down the Oregon Coast on U.S. Highway 101, huge rocks jutting out of the ocean are visible from almost every viewpoint. Most teem with seabirds.

The California coast is dramatic, varied, and home to many world-class beaches. Big waves, Gucci sunglasses, and gorgeous sunsets are just some of the attractions.