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Welcome to Kidifornia, a place filled with some of the greatest family vacations in the Golden State. Check out amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge, get up-close-and-...
Sure, it’s the home of Google and Facebook. But the San Francisco Bay Area is also the wildest metropolitan...
Home to one of the largest concentrations of mid-century modern architecture in the country, the Palm Springs region is a natural setting for this citywide event. Join...
Welcome to Kidifornia, a place filled with some of the greatest family vacations in the Golden State. Check out amazing views of the Golden Gate...
The latest “Welcome to Kidifornia” commercial offers a quick peek at some trip-of-a-lifetime family vacations in the Golden State—filled with beaches, national parks, theme parks, and more. ...
Our latest TV commercial, “Living the Dream,” offers a glimpse of some of the Golden State’s most inspiring settings. From paddle boarding on the...
The latest “Living the Dream” commercial provides an irresistible sampling of some of California’s most amazing settings. From paddleboarding on the crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe to sizing up...
Surf and Ski Culture in the California Snow
An endless summer atmosphere combines with some of the world’s best snow conditions to create California snow culture—a winter sports...
Snowboard champion Chloe Kim has a lot to be thankful for, but mostly she’s thankful for her dad. Together they travel the world making the near-...
Create Your Own La La Land Tour
The charming movie musical La La Land starring Ryan Gosling and Emma...
Winter in Mammoth Lakes
In winter, Mother Nature is good to Mammoth Lakes. Very, very good. The mountain town’s signature peak, Mammoth Mountain, gets, on average, more...
Each year, about 20,000 gray whales make an epic 6,000-mile/9,656-km journey between Alaska and Mexico—and then back again. These whales travel from feeding grounds in the Bering Sea to mating and...
One of the biggest nights for dress-up in the desert, this star-studded affair attracts not just big players in the entertainment industry, but also some 136,000 enthusiastic filmgoers. Sure, they...
The California Questionnaire: Greg Long
California native Greg Long has carved out a name in the world of competitive big wave surfing by conquering the most challenging waves on the...
Once upon a time, California sparkling wines played second fiddle to the celebrated Champagnes of France.
But in 1988, Roederer Estate in Anderson Valley released a sparkling wine to rave...
California Backcountry Snow Adventures
Snowboarding and skiing aren’t the only ways to play in California’s mountain wonderland, where sunny days and varied terrain make for a...
Take one part water, one part sand, one part sun-soaked coastal charm, and you’ve got the recipe for some of California’s most appealing destinations. The Golden State’s beach towns stand out for...
Spanish missionaries planted California’s first olive trees in the late 18th century, at missions from Sonoma to San Diego. It was no divine intervention; the savvy padres knew that...
8 California Food Trends
California has always been a trendsetter when it comes to the culinary arts—from its extraordinary array of ethnic fare to its...
Internationally acclaimed chef and cookbook author, successful restaurateur, inspiring teacher, and mentor—Alice Waters has done enough in her lifetime to make anyone pull up a lawn chair and...
Romance, like people, takes endless forms. Some couples splurge with champagne, candlelight dinners, and four-poster beds with all the trimmings. Others prefer a rustic retreat with a snuggle-up-...
Trip 5-7 days 10 stops
Highway One Classic
Start in one of California’s sunniest destinations, not just in terms of the weather, but also in attitude. In the heart of the city, shop in Horton Plaza, or catch a baseball game at Petco Park. See the giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo. Next, explore one of the city’s diverse neighborhoods,...
Finish your trip in one of the world’s great cities. For a novel way to visit “the City by the Bay” park your car and explore by foot, bike, and unique public transportation. Pedal bikes across the Golden Gate Bridge and back, then explore the lush Presidio, a former military base that’s now a...
The Force may be strong—but the need for a vacation can weaken even the toughest Jedi knight.
Indeed, while the premiere of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story has fans in a lather of...
Orange County's Luxury Resorts
The good life might have been invented in “The O.C.”—especially when it comes to resort destinations. With spas, elegant dining, posh lodgings,...
With plenty of groomed runs and terrain parks at Big Bear Lake’s two alpine resorts, Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, it’s easy to see why skiers and boarders head here when the snow flies. But this...
From Disneyland classics to beachfront carousels, the Golden State’s best-in-class theme parks deliver something for everyone. Take a tram ride to tour movie back lots at Universal Studios...
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
This library and museum in Ventura County celebrates the life of the former movie star and Californian who became one of the 20th century’s...
The California Questionnaire: David Kinch
Superlatives tend to swarm around David Kinch. His signature restaurant, Manresa, earned its...
Health and wellness are paramount in California, so it’s no surprise that the state has more than its share of high-end spas and wellness centers. Think four-star resorts in swanky beach towns,...
Snowflakes falling outside your window, a crackling fire in the woodstove, down quilts on the bed—these tucked-away cabins and lodges, surrounded by California mountain finery, let you tap into...
Spotlight: San Diego
As if all that sunshine isn’t enough, here’s a waterfront city brushed by perfect breezes, the light just right, the beer perfectly hoppy after a...
