That Cool Travel Couple

Category: North America

  • Viva Las Vegas!

    Everything and anything you want to do – you can do it in Las Vegas. Drew Carey Las Vegas is one of the world’s flashiest – and most expensive – cities. We’ve visited many times over the years and have plenty of insider tips to share to make your trip the best it can be.…

  • Fallin’ for Niagara Falls

    Niagara Falls is an amazing and close option for a weekend trip (maybe a 3 day weekend, if you’re coming from the west coast!). Read on to find out how to make the most of your time in this area! FYI – this post will exclusively be about the Canadian side of the falls, which…

  • Restaurant Review: Luna Red

    We really enjoyed our visit to this adorable Spanish style restaurant in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo. Here are some of the highlights. The Ambiance When you first walk in, there is a gorgeous sun soaked patio with ample seating and red umbrellas to keep you nice and cool. The red plastic chairs…

  • Hidden Gem: San Luis Obispo

    We visited this town in California without many expectations, but were truly blown away by what we found. An added perk is that the road trip up from Southern California is absolutely stunning! Where to Stay If you want to stay at a hotel, definitely check out the Madonna Inn. It’s set against a beautiful…

  • Sun, Sand and Surf in San Diego

    San Diego is a quick two hour scenic drive down from Los Angeles, but feels like a world away! Here are our favorite things to do in this surf city. Read on to learn how to plan an awesome weekend trip to San Diego! The Drive Know that traffic can be quite variable on the…

  • Weekending in Temecula Wine Country

    Temecula is located an hour and a half away from LA, and just over an hour away from San Diego. It’s inland, meaning it can get a little warm. Many of the places you’ll visit will have misters or lots of shade to help with that. It’s still best to try to time your visit…

  • Camping Close to Wine Country at Dripping Springs

    Dripping Springs campground is located between Temecula and Aguanga, right outside the Agua Tibia wilderness. This is a campground that would be best enjoyed in late fall or spring time as it gets very hot in this area of California.  This was one of the campgrounds we had pretty low expectations for for a few…

  • A Sunny Summer Weekend in Santa Barbara

    Santa Barbara is a city we keep coming back to, and is renowned for good food, beach vibes and relaxation. It’s only an hour and a half drive away from LA but feels like you’re in a completely different world. There are a couple of ways to stay around Santa Barbara. We’ve stayed in luxurious…

  • How to Have the Best Day at Disneyland Ever

    We LOVE going to Disneyland, and have been alone, with our families and with groups of friends. Whether you’re going solo, in a couple or with a bigger group, these tips will help you have the best day at Disneyland.  Which Ticket Is Right For You Disneyland has tons of different ticket options available, and…

  • Day Trip to Ojai

    Ojai is one of the hidden gems of southern California. It’s only an hour and a half drive from Los Angeles, and is a 25 minute drive to one of our favorite beaches! There’s tons to do, and it’s a place we keep coming back to again and again.  As you’re driving into Ojai, be…