California roadtrip: Secrets of the slow lane

Updated September 19 2014 - 10:14am, first published September 14 2014 - 3:00am
Extraordinary sights: Hearst Castle.
Extraordinary sights: Hearst Castle.
Santa Cruz's Giant Dipper. Photo: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz's Giant Dipper. Photo: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

California's scenic coastal route is worth the extra time, writes David Whitley.