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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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North Coast Redwoods, Seascapes, and Wine Tasting8 - 9 Days, 9 Stops, 669 MilesCrescent City to Ukiah
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
Browse Ideas
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- Plan Your Trip: SeaWorld San Diego
Plan Your Trip: SeaWorld San Diego
Amazing undersea attractions, thrilling rides, and interactive animal shows
- Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 28 Hours in Orange County
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 28 Hours in Orange County
Follow this itinerary for 28 hours of farm stands, fireworks, and fun
- Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 12 Hours in San Diego
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 12 Hours in San Diego
Discover the city through parks, kayaking, culture, cocktails, and views
- How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in California
Honor America’s birthday in 2026 with fireworks, fairs, and epic scenery
- July 2026 Events in California
July 2026 Events in California
Make summer memories while enjoying fairs, comic book culture, and craft beer
- The Local's Guide to San Francisco
The Local's Guide to San Francisco
Three locals chat about fresh ways to explore the City by the Bay
- 2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
Add a little extra sunshine to your vacation with hotel and theme park discounts
- L.A.’s Rooftop Retreats
L.A.’s Rooftop Retreats
Relaxing atmosphere, exceptional views, and awesome cocktails
- The Best Spots to Catch a Sunset in San Diego
The Best Spots to Catch a Sunset in San Diego
Is watching the sun dip down into the Pacific Ocean high on your to-do list? Check out these top sunset spots in San Diego County
- Après-Ski at Big Bear
Après-Ski at Big Bear
Fine wines, craft brews, and snowshoes
- Big Bear Zip Line
Big Bear Zip Line
Zoom over and through snowy forests
- Take a Snowshoe Trek
Take a Snowshoe Trek
Discover winter beauty in the San Bernardinos
- Berkeley’s Food Scene
Berkeley’s Food Scene
Splurge at Chez Panisse and graze in the Gourmet Ghetto
- Raise a Glass at the San Diego International Beer Festival
Raise a Glass at the San Diego International Beer Festival
Beer enthusiasts can enjoy an award-winning brew this weekend at the San Diego County Fair’s annual event
- 10 Must-Try California Sandwiches
10 Must-Try California Sandwiches
For proof that perfection can be found between two pieces of bread, we’re serving up some incredible sandwiches from around the Golden State
- Shopping in Long Beach
Shopping in Long Beach
Where to find the best vintage, bargains, and luxury goods in Long Beach
- 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
- 20 Unique California Events
20 Unique California Events
These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State
- How to Enjoy California’s Parks and Public Lands
How to Enjoy California’s Parks and Public Lands
Follow a few sustainable travel tips to help make the most of these Golden State assets
- Highway 1’s Most Scenic Stops
Highway 1’s Most Scenic Stops
Take in the beauty—aka the Pacific Coast Highway—at these essential locations
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