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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
- Luxury Experiences
Luxury Experiences
- Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel
- 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
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State Parks
- Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Adventure
- Beaches
Beaches
- California Questionnaire
California Questionnaire
Road Trip Itineraries
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- 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
- Call Of The Coast1 - 2 Days, 7 Stops, 107 MilesLighthouse Field State Beach to Big Sur
- 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
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- Central Coast Cruise5 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 310 MilesPismo Beach to San Luis Obispo
- Top Surfing Spots4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 616 MilesWindansea Beach, La Jolla to Mavericks, Half Moon Bay
- Route 662 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 215 MilesSanta Monica to Mojave National Preserve
- California's Military History4 - 6 Days, 13 Stops, 638 MilesUSS Midway Museum to Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial
- Central Coast Wine Tour2 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 155 MilesSanta Barbara to Paso Robles
- Wine Country Ramble3 - 4 Days, 9 Stops, 97 MilesSanta Rosa to Geyserville
- Family Learning Adventure3 - 6 Days, 12 Stops, 352 MilesExploratorium, San Francisco to Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Browse Ideas
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- Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 World Cup in California
Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 World Cup in California
A record 48 nations will compete in the sport's premier event, which will feature matches in Los Angeles and the Bay Area
- Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Mark 100 years of The Mother Road with a California trip full of iconic stops and special events
- Beyond the Match: 5 World Cup Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Beyond the Match: 5 World Cup Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Extend your World Cup trip with these ideas for exploring beaches, theme parks, and more from Los Angeles
- Ways to Play in San Francisco
Ways to Play in San Francisco
Turn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
- Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Bask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
- San Jose for Foodies
San Jose for Foodies
Thanks to an amazing array of communities from around the globe, the dining scene here is truly world-class
- 2025 Family Holidays at California Hotels
2025 Family Holidays at California Hotels
Embrace the season—and actually relax—at one of these hotels with holiday spirit
- Beyond the Match: 5 World Cup Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Beyond the Match: 5 World Cup Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Turn your World Cup trip into a true California vacation with easy day trips and weekend escapes
- Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado
An illustrious past meets modern luxury at this iconic oceanfront resort
- 2025 Holiday Celebrations at California Theme Parks
2025 Holiday Celebrations at California Theme Parks
Nosh on seasonal treats, see limited-edition shows, and enjoy a “snowfall” of bubbles
- Drive-Thru Holiday 2025 Experiences in California
Drive-Thru Holiday 2025 Experiences in California
See shimmering lighted displays and wave to Santa from the comfort of your own vehicle
- California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences
Experience a natural history museum, an aquarium, and a planetarium at this San Francisco institution in Golden Gate Park
- Fleet Science Center & Planetarium
Fleet Science Center & Planetarium
Learn about science and stars in Balboa Park
- 8 Things You May Not Know About California’s National Parks
8 Things You May Not Know About California’s National Parks
Plus: Tips on what to see and do when visiting these spectacular Golden State gems
- Getting Around Yosemite National Park
Getting Around Yosemite National Park
Shuttles and tram tours make it easy
- Waterfalls and Firefalls
Waterfalls and Firefalls
See thundering cascades trimmed with mist rainbows or even ‘fire’
- California Academy of Sciences: Nightlife
California Academy of Sciences: Nightlife
Weekly after-hours party heats up the park
- 20-Plus Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in California
20-Plus Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in California
Ring in 2026 from a downtown hotel, a mountain top, a theme park—or even a quiet beach
- Universal CityWalk
Universal CityWalk
Experience three blocks of big city excitement
- The Ultimate Made-in-California Gift Guide
The Ultimate Made-in-California Gift Guide
Neon cowboy hats, hand-harvested caviar, and heritage sheep throws. Explore our list of unique gifts, all made in the Golden State.
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