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1. Top Tips for Driving Big Sur
Ryan Hemphill
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2. Rent A Convertible
There’s no better way to experience Highway 1 than
by cruising down the road in a convertible.
Feeling the wind in your hair and the sun on your skin
adds an extra level of joy to the travel experience.
Nowadays renting a car is pretty inexpensive thanks
to Turo.
Turo is a peer­to­peer car rental service—think Airbnb
for cars.
The site gives you the chance to rent luxurious cars
at prices much lower than other rental services.
To learn more visit the company’s website.

3. Be Smart About
Staying Overnight
If you begin your trip in San Francisco and only drive
to Big Sur, then you can definitely complete the trip
there and back in one day.
However, if you really want to take your time and stop
at a number of locations, then you should plan on
staying overnight.
One of the best hotel options is the Post Ranch Inn,
located in Big Sur.
The Post Ranch Inn is a luxurious getaway and can
be pricey. If you’d prefer a cheaper option you should
look into renting a cabin along the coast or finding a
suitable campsite where you can really enjoy the
outdoors.

4. Explore Other Roads
While Highway 1 is one of the most beautiful road
trips you can take, there are other roads close by that
are also worth exploring.
For example, the Palo Colorado Road makes its way
through a redwood forest.
You can also travel down Nacimiento Road which
provides travelers with spectacular views of the
Pacific Ocean.

5. Take Your Time
Highway 1 is meant to be experienced slowly.
If you start your journey early in the morning, you’ll
likely join many other travelers who have the same
idea.
Keep in mind that people use Highway 1 to commute
to work each morning, so you may encounter traffic.
Start your journey with the mindset that you’re going
to take your time, and you won’t be upset if your ride
takes longer than expected.