Calling something San Luis Obispo County’s prettiest beach is a big claim, but Oceano Sand Dunes is a spot that definitely lives up to that expectation. These gorgeous sand dunes are officially part of the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (SRVA), but as I’ll explain later in this post, are significantly different from the off-roading portion of the park. …
My Top Things to Do in San Luis Obispo County
I recently spent 2 nights in San Luis Obispo County, exploring both the coastline and towns. The county is filled with a variety of different experiences, from hiking up sand dunes to squeezing through a tight Bubblegum Alley. I’ve compiled a list of the top things we did in SLO County, along with a couple things we missed out on …
Gardens of Avila: Upscale Dining in Pismo Beach
For our second night in Pismo Beach, I chose to eat at Gardens of Avila, an upscale restaurant located at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort. I’d picked this restaurant simply because there weren’t many options when searching for fine dining in the area. I didn’t have the highest expectations, but I hoped it would at least be a decent meal. As …
Restaurant Review: Café Roma, San Luis Obispo
For our first night in San Luis Obispo, I chose to eat at Café Roma. I don’t typically seek out Italian food, but I was travelling with family, so I selected different restaurants than I otherwise would have. I narrowed it down to two Italian restaurants in the area, and Café Roma seemed more authentic. I didn’t have super high …