Whales and otters and turtles, oh my!

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesWe woke to a gloriously sunny morning in Capitola. After a hearty breakfast, we departed south for Stillwater Cove off of the 18th hole at Pebble Beach. Crossing vast Monterey Bay under engine power we were treated to an exhibition of wildlife that could rival any day out at the aquarium; otters, seals, dolphins and…

Thermal baths and creatures of the night

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutesBack to the dirt field and corrugated shed that is Drakes Bay airport.  The scenic 45 minute flight back to San Jose was a trip highlight in itself, it felt like quite the adventure flying over the rainforest in a little prop plane enjoying the stunning views below. Back in San Jose, we picked up…