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Exploring the Golden State always delivers excitement and adventure—but these days it also helps our communities get back to work.

So let’s round up the family and head to the beach or visit a national park. Grab some friends, rent a slick ride, and go city hopping. Dine out. Shop local. Spend the night in a fab hotel. Do it up right and do it all in the name of civic pride.

When the time is right, get out and play—it will energize both you and our economy.

Use the resources below to plan a safe, spectacular, responsible trip around California.

Trip Planning Tools

Respect California

So You Think You Know San Diego?

Head beyond the beaches and brewpubs to discover a landscape dotted with culture, plus gardens, vineyards, and other hidden gems

7 Ways to Get Full Value on Your California Vacation

Three insiders share tips on how to squeeze every last bit of pleasure out of your next Golden State getaway

Explore the World in California

World-class scenery and amazing experiences await in the Golden State

So You Think You Know Anaheim?

Expand your horizons with our guide to 10 unheralded hotspots in this Orange County hub

Senior Travel Is on the Rise

With vaccines now widely available, the older set is making up for lost time and hitting the road

So You Think You Know Los Angeles?

Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed

The Wilder Side of Urban California

With beaches, forests, and hikes into the hills, California cities offer endless—and easy—outdoor escapes

So You Think You Know San Francisco?

You’ve been to Alcatraz, crossed the Golden Gate Bridge, and indulged in a Michelin feast. Now what?

14 Fun Family Experiences

Encourage your kids’ creativity, ingenuity, and think-big optimism at these top-notch attractions

Summer Stays in California: Best Bets for Bigger Families

Is your crew larger than a family of four? Book a spot where you can spread out

Discover the History of San Francisco, L.A., and San Diego

With both famous landmarks and hidden treasures, the past is present in California’s major cities

12 Best California Bites

Check out some of the very best culinary treats on offer in the Golden State, from taco truck specialties to farm-to-fork spreads to Michelin-starred restaurants