MAY 29, 2026This was our first trip to Washington in our Grech vs our big Newmar Class A. It is enabling us to be closer to friends and family. Previously we had to stay at the Lakewood Elks. This time we were able to stay in Daryl’s backyard instead of being about 20 minutes away.… Continue reading Family Time – Tacoma, WA
Category: Travels 2026
Relaxing with Washington Besties -Lynne & Eric
May 27, 2026 Shortly after arriving at Lynne and Eric’s in Battle Ground, Washington we were headed out for a boat ride on Eric’s new boat! Unfortunately, the wind was winning, especially when we motored from Lake River onto the Columbia River. So, instead of going north up to the McMenamins on the waterfront at… Continue reading Relaxing with Washington Besties -Lynne & Eric
Time at San Francisco Thousand Trails
We were curious to stay at the San Francisco Thousand Trails. It is actually located in Pacifica. The park is situated up on a cliff by the ocean. It was windy and windier the whole time. It is basically just a big parking lot with hookups, but they do have a nice clean, heated swimming… Continue reading Time at San Francisco Thousand Trails
Destination Monterey via Pacific Coast Hwy
May 21, 2026Today we drove from San Simeon, CA up the Pacific Coast Highway 1 to Monterey to boondock on Oceanview Blvd (Pacific Grove). While driving the windy road we had hopes of seeing great views. Unfortunately, there was a fog bank or heavy marine layer over the coastal water most of the drive. Luckily,… Continue reading Destination Monterey via Pacific Coast Hwy
Elephant Seals FILL the Beach
May, 20, 2026After visiting Hearst Castle we headed to the nearby beach where a massive number of elephant seals frequent. I was hoping to see a few…and here they are! Cool. So cool that they were right here! (We are up on a boardwalk that is close to street level. It runs along the beach… Continue reading Elephant Seals FILL the Beach
Hearst Castle: Casa Grande Tour
May 20, 2026This morning we went for the Casa Grande Tour of Hearst Castle. There were multiple tours to select from. Barry and I thought this one sounded like the best one to provide a good introduction to this massive estate. We can always come again and take a different tour. We arrived plenty early… Continue reading Hearst Castle: Casa Grande Tour