{"id":11447,"date":"2018-11-08T10:31:02","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T17:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/?p=11447"},"modified":"2018-12-11T15:42:41","modified_gmt":"2018-12-11T22:42:41","slug":"highway-1-central-california-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/coast\/highway-1-central-california-road-trip","title":{"rendered":"Highway 1: Central California\u2019s Best Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recently reopened after a mudslide shut it down, the <a href=\"https:\/\/highway1discoveryroute.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Highway 1 Discovery Route<\/a> is back up and running, providing an easy, breezy and scenic route stretching for 101 miles up the central coast of California. The Discovery Route reaches from Nipomo and heads north to Ragged Point, where the iconic entrance to Big Sur is. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We took a recent road trip up the coast from San Luis Obispo to just north of San Simeon. The drive is not only breathtaking, it\u2019s also insanely easy to navigate. While Siri narrated my trip to me in the background, I could have easily done without her. As a frequent visitor of SoCal, I envisioned a busy drive full of California traffic and windy roads. Instead I found an open highway and miles of open land. This was no Los Angeles. To experience the best parts of the drive for yourself, fly into San Luis Obispo Airport (SBP) and follow along to my can\u2019t-miss stops.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone wp-image-11452 size-large pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-80x53.jpg\"  alt=\"highway 1\"  width=\"750\"  height=\"501\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-750x501.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-750x501.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-620x414.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222133\/43851990391_4ff68b0926_k.jpg 1500w\" ><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"day-1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 1<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"wine-cookies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wine &amp; Cookies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After landing in the single-terminal airport, hop into a rental car and drive five minutes south for a quick wine tasting at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.claibornechurchill.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Claiborne &amp; Churchill Winery<\/strong><\/a>. Founded in 1983, the small family-owned and operated winery specializes in dry wines. Make sure to try their Resiling, which was surprisingly dry and delicious. Afterwards, head north for 26 miles to downtown Cayucos for a quick pit stop to stock up on the addicting treats at <a href=\"http:\/\/brownbuttercookies.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Brown Butter Cookie Company<\/strong><\/a>. The sweet and salty melt-in-your-mouth cookies come in a variety of flavors like original, cinnamon, almond, spice and more. The charming red store in Cayucos serves as the brand\u2019s flagship location where they churn out dozens daily and where you can get your hands on free samples. But don\u2019t expect to leave here empty-handed; these bite-size gems are irresistible.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11455\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11455\" style=\"width: 498px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-11455 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"highway 1\"  width=\"498\"  height=\"312\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-750x470.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-750x470.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-1024x642.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-380x238.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-800x501.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-1160x727.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-80x50.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-620x389.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k-850x533.jpg 850w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222145\/29752585472_2686f116bf_k.jpg 1500w\" ><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11455\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Downtown Cambria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"check-in-to-oceanpoint-ranch\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check-In to Oceanpoint Ranch<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reminiscent of a quaint roadside inn, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanpointranch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Oceanpoint Ranch<\/strong><\/a> is near the end of Cambria\u2019s string of boutique hotels, about 20 minutes north of downtown Cayucos. Surrounded by willowing trees, the hotel was recently renovated and rooms now feature a ranch-chic vibe. My room was adorned with rich leather accents, wood furnishings, a cozy fireplace and plaid prints. Located along Moonstone Beach, the family-friendly hotel is welcoming and peaceful. A year-round heated pool, yard games, outdoor fire pits and direct access to the beach offer something for everyone. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"dinner-at-sea-chest-restaurant\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinner at Sea Chest Restaurant<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For dinner, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seachestrestaurant.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sea Chest Restaurant<\/strong><\/a>, a favorite of locals and travelers passing through. The restaurant is close enough to walk to from Oceanpoint Ranch and is a straight shot south down Moonstone Beach Dr. which runs parallel to the ocean. Upon arrival, it\u2019s clear to see Sea Chest has their dishes down to a science and have ever since they opened in 1975. We suggest taking a seat at the oyster bar to catch the cooks live in action, whipping up everything from the fresh catch of the day to cioppino, scampi and more. This tasty outlet gets busy though so arrive early or be prepared to wait. It\u2019s not uncommon to find guests lined up before it even opens at 5:30 p.m. Note, Sea Chest is closed on Tuesdays and only accepts cash, but don\u2019t worry there\u2019s an ATM on site.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11451\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11451\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"wp-image-11451 size-large pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-80x53.jpg\"  alt=\"highway 1\"  width=\"750\"  height=\"499\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-750x499.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-750x499.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-1160x772.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-620x413.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k-850x566.jpg 850w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222126\/29875464825_7f116e53d8_k.jpg 1500w\" ><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11451\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hearst Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"day-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Day 2<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"elephant-seal-rookery-hearst-castle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elephant Seal Rookery &amp; Hearst Castle<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before heading to iconic Hearst Castle, drive 10 miles north (about five miles north of Hearst Castle) to catch sight of the sunbathing elephant seals at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.elephantseal.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Elephant Seal Rookery<\/strong><\/a>. Viewing areas are open daily and free to the public and offer fun sights of the seal-packed shores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignleft wp-image-11449 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"highway 1\"  width=\"220\"  height=\"329\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-683x1024.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-380x570.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-73x109.jpg 73w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-620x930.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k-850x1275.jpg 850w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222114\/29761629822_ed1982f302_k.jpg 1000w\" ><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, head back down to <a href=\"http:\/\/hearstcastle.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hearst Castle<\/strong><\/a>. This castle on a hill might seem out-of-place and somewhat random, but that was exactly the objective of media tycoon William Randolph Hearst when he built it. Located atop a hill in San Simeon, the castle\u2019s design was inspired by Europe\u2019s art and architecture at the time. Its situated on nearly 270,000 acres of ranchland which the Hearst family still owns and operates today. In its heyday, the home played host to many a celebrity from the 1920s and \u201830s including Hollywood starlets like Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo and Joan Crawford and other notable figures like Howard Hughes, Winston Churchill and Calvin Coolidge among others. Today, the home is open to the public for a variety of tours. I experienced the Grand Rooms Tour, a good bet for any first-time visitor. Step inside Casa Grande, the largest house at Hearst Castle after exploring the surrounding common grounds and gardens. You\u2019ll also get full access to the Neptune Pool, the iconic and oh-so-photogenic Roman-style oasis. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After snapping tons of photos at the castle, pop across the street for an easy lunch at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SebastiansSanSimeon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sebastian\u2019s<\/strong><\/a>. Order one of the juicy half-pound burgers, made with beef from Hearst Ranch. Wash it down with a tasting at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearstranchwinery.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hearst Ranch Winery<\/strong><\/a>, which is housed in the same historic building as Sebastian\u2019s. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"covells-california-clydesdales\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covell\u2019s California Clydesdales<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignright wp-image-11450 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"highway 1\"  width=\"384\"  height=\"256\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-750x500.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-620x413.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k-850x567.jpg 850w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/24222119\/29792271031_832caca761_k.jpg 1500w\" ><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After filling up on burgers and wine, head back into downtown Cambria for a ride on a Clydesdale horse. While my experience extended to riding a pony when I was younger, I wasn\u2019t sure what to expect. Family-owned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.covellscaliforniaclydesdales.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Covell\u2019s California Clydesdale<\/strong><\/a> is located on a 2,000-acre ranch in the Monterey Pine forest. I visited for a two-hour ride on one of the ranch\u2019s Clydesdales. The ride took me up a dusty trail in the late afternoon sun. After arriving at the top of a hill that overlooks the surrounding region, I felt like I was in a Western movie surveying my ranch from above. This one-of-a-kind experience is one not to miss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"robins\">Robin&#8217;s<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While in downtown Cambria, make a visit to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.robinsrestaurant.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Robin\u2019s<\/strong><\/a>. I\u2019m a big fan of curry and after hearing from a handful of locals that I had to try the one at Robin\u2019s, I couldn\u2019t pass it up. Located in the heart of downtown, on a small road off Main St., the cozy restaurant is situated in a historic adobe house. Its eclectic menu includes savory dishes like duck mole, cocoa crusted filet mignon and three types of curries. After inhaling the Thai Green Chicken Curry, I can confidently say, the locals were right.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more information on Highway 1, visit:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/highway1discoveryroute.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">highway1discoveryroute.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After checking out of your hotel on the morning of day three, don\u2019t head to the airport, head to <strong>Paso Robles<\/strong>. A short, albeit stunning, 40-minute drive from Cambria, Paso is home to wine country for the less pretentious. Click <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/resorts\/coast\/paso-robles-your-guide-to-approachable-wine-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/strong> for our guide to the can\u2019t-miss wineries and where to stay and eat.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We have your guide to the ultimate Central California road trip up scenic Highway 1, complete with wine, castles and 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