Episode 146 is taking you on a Big Sur road trip from San Diego up the Hwy 1 through the best things to see in Big Sur.

What is Big Sur? A coastal stretch of Hwy 1 in California with iconic rugged edge of the cliff views of the crashing ocean and waterfalls below. It’s a gorgeous place. This road trip is about the must sees along the road and how to take this road trip San Diego or LA to Big Sur if you have a couple days just to see pretty things.

If you want to visit Big Sur, we tell you where to stay in Big Sur, the drive to take, the stop along the route and how long you need to do the whole trip.

If you want to take this same itinerary see our Big Sur Guide to download the exact route and itinerary to enjoy too.

Where to Stay in Cambria or San Simeon:

• Cambria: Cambria Beach Lodge, Moonstone Landing, or Castle Inn
• San Simeon: Sea Breeze Inn or Silver Surf Motel

Where to Stay in Monterrey: Stargazer Inn & Suites, El Castell Motel, or The Inn at 1252

Trip Highlights:

• San Simeon Elephant Seals
• Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
• McWay Falls
• Partington Cove Trail
• Pfeifer Beach 
• Pfeiffer Falls Trail
• Bixby Creek Bridge

Where to Fly into:

If you are driving from north to south, fly into San Jose or Monterrey Airports. If you are driving from south to north, fly into LAX. Find a great flight deal to these airports by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TS10 to get $10 off your first year subscription.

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