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- Food & Drink
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Theme Parks
- Shopping
Shopping
- Wine
Wine
- LGBTQ+ Travel
LGBTQ+ Travel
- Craft Beer & Breweries
Craft Beer & Breweries
- Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel
- Luxury Experiences
Luxury Experiences
- Aquariums & Zoos
Aquariums & Zoos
- Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing & Snowboarding
- Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
- Family Fun
Family Fun
- Performing Arts
Performing Arts
- Sports
Sports
- Surfing
Surfing
- National Parks
National Parks
- State Parks
State Parks
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Beaches
Beaches
- California Questionnaire
California Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
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- L.A. to the Bay: Highway 1 Road Trip for Soccer Fans3 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 411 MilesLos Angeles to Santa Clara
- From the Bay to L.A.: The Perfect Road Trip for Soccer Fans4 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 390 MilesLos Gatos to Malibu & Santa Monica
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Quirky Museums2 - 4 Days, 7 Stops, 153 MilesCulver City to Crochet Museum
- San Francisco Bay Loop1 - 3 Days, 13 Stops, 213 MilesGolden Gate Bridge to San Francisco
- Hidden Beaches3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 453 MilesTrinidad to Wilder Ranch State Park
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 7 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- Top Surfing Spots4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 616 MilesWindansea Beach, La Jolla to Mavericks, Half Moon Bay
- Discovering the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley6 - 8 Days, 9 Stops, 570 MilesOld Monterey to Big Sur
- Shopping Spree3 - 5 Days, 9 Stops, 286 MilesWestfield UTC, La Jolla to El Paseo, Palm Desert
- Ghost Towns3 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 770 MilesShasta State Historic Park to Calico Ghost Town
- Road to Vegas1 - 2 Days, 8 Stops, 317 MilesVenice Beach to Mojave National Preserve
- The Fun Zone: Los Angeles, Disneyland, and Mountains4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 268 MilesLong Beach to Downtown Los Angeles
- Majestic, Magical Highway 14 - 7 Days, 11 Stops, 517 MilesSan Francisco to Dana Point
- Pacific Coast Highway South3 - 5 Days, 10 Stops, 244 MilesSanta Barbara to San Diego
- Coasters to Waves6 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 206 MilesAnaheim to Dana Point
- California Dreaming5 - 6 Days, 8 Stops, 366 MilesLos Angeles Tour to Los Olivos
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Santa Monica to San Luis Obispo2 - 3 Days, 10 Stops, 211 MilesSanta Monica to San Luis Obispo
- San Diego Challenge Tour4 - 5 Days, 8 Stops, 245 MilesSan Diego to El Cajon
Browse Ideas
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- North Coast Wine Country
North Coast Wine Country
Slip away to some of the state’s most peaceful vineyards
- Los Angeles: Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas
Los Angeles: Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas
As home to the stars, world-class museums, and sunny beaches, Los Angeles is a bucket-list family vacation destination
- A Complete Guide to San Diego’s Seaport Village
A Complete Guide to San Diego’s Seaport Village
Seaport Village ’s waterfront complex of boutique shops, inspired dining venues, and entertainment options make it a premier San Diego destination
- Here’s How to Experience Bioluminescence in California
Here’s How to Experience Bioluminescence in California
Finding that fascinating blue glow in the Pacific Ocean isn’t easy, but it can be done
- Little Kid Fun at Monterey Bay Aquarium
Little Kid Fun at Monterey Bay Aquarium
The sea’s the limit for young ones at this picturesque waterfront center
- 8 Family-Favorite Science Centers & Museums
8 Family-Favorite Science Centers & Museums
Go where kids get an inside look at wildlife, space, and more
- Craft Breweries in Gold Country
Craft Breweries in Gold Country
The state’s capitol more than holds its own in California’s “beer rush”
- Where to See Desert Wildflowers Right Now
Where to See Desert Wildflowers Right Now
Lupine, verbena, poppies, and more are starting to bloom across Southern California
- April 2026 Events in California
April 2026 Events in California
Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
- How to Splurge or Save in Costa Mesa
How to Splurge or Save in Costa Mesa
Dine, drink, and hit the links on any budget in this Orange County city of arts and culture
- 33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
33 Amazing Free Things to Do in California
The Golden State offers plenty of bucket-list experiences, and you don’t have to spend a lot–or, sometimes, anything–to do many of them
- How to Splurge or Save in Calistoga
How to Splurge or Save in Calistoga
Wine, dine, and unwind in this Napa Valley town of vineyards and spa retreats
- How to Splurge or Save in Beverly Hills
How to Splurge or Save in Beverly Hills
From spas to hotels, you'll find more than just luxury in this iconic town
- How to Splurge or Save in Carmel
How to Splurge or Save in Carmel
There’s something for every budget in this Central Coast village by the sea
- How to Splurge or Save in Sacramento
How to Splurge or Save in Sacramento
From Michelin-star dining to epic pizza slices, the City of Trees appeals to any budget
- How to Splurge or Save in Temecula
How to Splurge or Save in Temecula
Highfliers and budget-savvy sippers alike can indulge in SoCal’s wine country
- 15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
15 Amazing and Affordable Towns in California You May Not Know
From the mountains to the sea—and the desert in between—these towns offer wallet-friendly accommodations, activities, and plenty of adventure
- 20 Free Things to Do in Los Angeles
20 Free Things to Do in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is known for luxurious splurges, but the city offers plenty of free activities for the whole family to enjoy
- 11 Ways to Save Money at California Theme Parks
11 Ways to Save Money at California Theme Parks
It doesn’t take much to trim your costs at these epic attractions
- 15 Los Angeles Hotels You Need to Know
15 Los Angeles Hotels You Need to Know
Whether you’re looking for family fun or a romantic rendezvous, this guide to Los Angeles hotels has just what you need
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