We just returned from a relaxing and scenic trip to California. Palm Springs was very warm and yes, it is still hot even if it is a dry heat! One of the highlights was visiting the San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. You reach the top of this summit (8,516 feet) by a large rotating gondola that traverses the steep incline. It is quite an experience and, well, the view from up there is spectacular. We happened to meet a fellow East Coaster on the tramway up who lives in the Palm Springs area and uses this mountain as part of her exercise routine. After a few days in the desert, we headed for the OCEAN. As soon as we were able, we switched our driving route to the Pacific Coast Highway to enjoy endless sea views on our journey to Santa Barbara. We stopped for lunch with friends in Malibu and drove admiring one vista after another. When we finally reached Santa Barbara we fell in love with the charm of the downtown area where we stayed. It was wonderful to walk out your door and have a great selection of shops and restaurants. The Santa Barbara harbor was picturesque and offered a few great breakfast spots overlooking the ocean. We took a day trip to the Santa Ynes wine country right outside of Santa Barbara for some wine education (hahah) and came home with an extra checked piece of luggage containing our wine purchases! We drove further up the coast to the historic landmark now owned by the State of California, the Hearst Castle. On the way back to Santa Barbara, we drove through the adorable seaside community of Cambria and had a bite to eat on the pier in Morro Bay. Sun everyday, perfect 72 degrees in Santa Barbara, much warmer inland . . . I have one question . . . is the weather always this perfect?
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