That Cool Travel Couple

Tag: road trip

  • Perfect Pool Party Weekend in Scottsdale

    Scottsdale, Arizona makes for an easy and affordable getaway from SoCal and can be enjoyed year-long due to the amazing dry and hot weather! How to Get There Scottsdale is roughly a six hour drive from LA. There’s plenty to do and see along the way. One – stop off at In N Out for…

  • 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.…

  • 9 Offbeat Weekend Trip Ideas from Los Angeles

    Although we love traveling internationally, we also love exploring North America. There are tons of awesome places to explore that are easily doable from LA (or SoCal in general) even if you only have a weekend! 1. Ojai, California. Ojai is like a hidden oasis in the mountains just inland of Ventura. It’s a little…

  • 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…

  • How to keep your cool while traveling in a heat wave

    With unprecedented temperatures this summer, it’s easy to get heated. Read on to find out how you can avoid letting this interfere with your travel plans. Step 1: Take deep breaths. Take many deep breaths. When the temperature goes up, many of us get a little on edge. Tempers are quick to start, and conversations…

  • The Best Travel Gadgets of 2022

    Wondering what our favorite travel gadgets are? Here’s our 2022 update! Luckily, most of them are available on Amazon. *Disclosure: This post contains several affiliate links, which means we receive a small commission (no cost to you) if you purchase an item through our link.* 1. Universal International Travel Adaptor. We literally could not go…

  • 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…

  • The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List

    Road trips are a fun way to explore the United States. We hit the road often – basically every weekend we have free when we’re not flying off somewhere! We have a checklist to make sure our trip is as comfortable as possible. It’s time to share that list with you. The Paperwork Car registration…