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- Food & Drink
- Theme Parks
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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- Route 662 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 215 MilesSanta Monica to Mojave National Preserve
- Family Learning Adventure3 - 6 Days, 12 Stops, 352 MilesExploratorium, San Francisco to Fresno Chaffee Zoo
- Ultimate Playground Tour6 - 7 Days, 12 Stops, 1629 MilesGolden Gate Bridge, San Francisco to Crystal Pier, San Diego County
- Theme Park Thrills6 - 8 Days, 6 Stops, 165 MilesSeaWorld San Diego to Six Flags Magic Mountain, Santa Clarita
- Desert Flowers2 - 3 Days, 9 Stops, 339 MilesDeath Valley National Park to Joshua Tree National Park
- 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
Browse Ideas
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- World Cup 2026 in California: Fan Zones and Watch Parties
World Cup 2026 in California: Fan Zones and Watch Parties
Discover fun (and free!) off-field entertainment, including fan festivals and watch parties
- Butte County
Butte County
Discover the many sides of Northern California’s surprising Butte County
- Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 10 Hours in San Francisco
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 10 Hours in San Francisco
Follow this San Francisco itinerary for a perfect 10 hours filled with food, culture, and views
- Best Places to View the Golden Gate Bridge
Best Places to View the Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge, one of the world’s most famous landmarks, spans an elegant bay and has a unique history
- Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 30 Hours in San Luis Obispo
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 30 Hours in San Luis Obispo
How to experience 30 hours of adventure, wine, and coastal views in San Luis Obispo County
- Highlights from a SoCal Taco Tour
Highlights from a SoCal Taco Tour
A food writer drove from Los Angeles to San Diego with a solitary goal in mind: taste the absolute best tacos along the way
- So You Think You Know San Francisco?
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?
- So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed
- So You Think You Know San Luis Obispo County?
So You Think You Know San Luis Obispo County?
Visit these under-the-radar spots to experience the slower side of this beautiful region
- So You Think You Know Greater Palm Springs?
So You Think You Know Greater Palm Springs?
The Coachella Valley's string of cities from Indio to Desert Hot Springs offer surprising diversions for locals and seasoned travelers
- 8 Kinds of Travelers Who’ll Love Spring in Pismo Beach
8 Kinds of Travelers Who’ll Love Spring in Pismo Beach
Hike, taste wine, or check out classic cars while enjoying the season in this charming Central Coast town
- 5 Awesome Surfing Spots Around Pismo Beach
5 Awesome Surfing Spots Around Pismo Beach
Surfing goat ringleader Dana McGregor shares his top five spots for catching waves with his famous pets
- Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle
Once the home of William Randolph Hearst, this stunning hilltop estate along the Central Coast is a marvel of opulence and engineering
- Bishop Paiute Tribe
Bishop Paiute Tribe
Experience the culture of this Native American tribe in the Owens Valley
- Palm Springs Golf
Palm Springs Golf
Welcome to the (Coachella) Valley of Golf
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Soar from the desert floor to surprising alpine beauty
- Downtown L.A.
Downtown L.A.
Explore this lively and creative urban center
- San Francisco: Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas
San Francisco: Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas
There’s fun for the whole family in the City by the Bay, with a mix of shopping, cultural attractions, and outdoor adventures you won’t find anywhere else
- Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 24 Hours in Palm Springs
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 24 Hours in Palm Springs
Map out your desert destination with this Palm Springs plan
- Summer Stays in California: Best Bets for Bigger Families
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
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