Author: #ShareSLO Staff

The greatest cities in the world have one thing in common: they’re actually the sum of their parts, with each separate neighborhood playing its own role in the flavor of the destination. When you think of a great place like New Orleans, for instance, you immediately recognize that the French Quarter has a distinct vibe ...

If you’ve ever visited San Luis Obispo, you know it’s hard to miss out on a certain vibe that overtakes you when you’re here. It’s a laid-back, warm, friendly coastal vibe that evokes a feeling of nostalgia for some of the best times of your life. We call those “vintage vibes” and they’re everywhere in ...

Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has become a truly global phenomenon, with celebrations found in every corner of the world, including San Luis Obispo. It’s a day to look back on progress made toward creating a more sustainable environment while also discussing the challenges that the future holds. As we’ve previously shared with ...

Better weather. Manageable crowds. And one packed calendar of events. That’s springtime in San Luis Obispo for ya! As the fairest of the seasons dawns on the Central Coast, we’re here to share our top events between now and summer. From caps and gowns at Cal Poly’s graduation ceremonies to buckin’ broncs at the rodeo ...

Novelist Margaret Atwood once wrote that “in the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.” In case you’re wondering, she meant that in the best possible way. Spring is the time for getting outside, exploring new trails, kicking up some dust and generally reveling in the longer, sunnier and warmer ...

Snow can be massively overrated. This is especially true when the calendar says winter should be coming to a close, but the storms just keep rolling in well into spring. All that shoveling and scraping gets pretty old when you should be enjoying some quality sunshine and blue skies. We feel ya. That’s why we ...

Over the years, San Luis Obispo has been home to quite a few filming locations for Hollywood hits. From Alfred Hitchcock to Johnny Depp, the region has hosted film crews looking for the perfect location to bring silver screen magic to audiences since the 1920s. In the spirit of Oscar season and the return of ...

Ready to raise the woof with your furry friend? If you are planning a trip with your dog, there are plenty of pet-friendly hotels in San Luis Obispo to choose from.  Dog Friendly Hotels in San Luis Obispo There are over 20 dog friendly hotels in San Luis Obispo, ranging from quaint bed & breakfasts ...

It’s pretty easy to feel a little down after the excitement of the holidays wears off and the reality of a new year sets in. Where are all the delicious treats and gatherings with people in a festive mood? Where is that spirit of the season that was so prevalent just weeks before?  Here’s the ...

The best things in life, as they say, are free. There’s no place where that’s more true than right here in the charming heart of the Central Coast — San Luis Obispo. From day hikes to strolling around town to public art and all the sunsets you can consume in one trip, you’re in for ...