Things To Do

Road Trip: Highway One Santa Cruz to Big Sur

Marvel at serious surfers, playful sea otters, and spectacular beaches on a drive down the coast

May 2026 Events in California

Kick off your summer with Memorial Day Weekend celebrations, wine tasting, and quirky festivals

California Questionnaire: Omar Miller

The star of ‘Sinners’ and ‘Ballers’ knows where to score fun around the Golden State, from golfing to movie screenings

California Questionnaire: Phil Keoghan

The longtime host of ‘The Amazing Race’ crowns the Golden State a first-place destination for nonstop fun and adventure

California Vacations for the Star Wars Icons

Here’s where Yoda, Darth Vader, and their friends would go to relax

April 2026 Events in California

Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit

California Questionnaire: Josh Meyers

This writer, comedian, and cohost of the ‘Family Trips’ podcast delights in finding fun across the Golden State

50-Plus Fun Things to Do in California During the 2025 Holidays

Put these festive events, experiences, and performances on your bucket list this season

November 2025 Events in California

Enjoy one last autumnal hurrah this month, or start your winter fun early

Fantastic and Free Tours at the Getty Villa

Get an up-close look at this ancient recreation of a Roman home

California Questionnaire: Blake Anderson

The "Workaholics" creator and East Bay native shares his go-to Golden State favorites

30 Can't-Miss Food Stops to Fuel Your Next California Road Trip

From the coast to the mountains, here's where to pull over and sample the Golden State's fabulous food

10 Tips for Your Next California Road Trip

These Golden State insiders will help you plan an unforgettable four-wheel vacation

La Brea Tar Pits & Museum

Find fossils and family-friendly fun at this prehistoric excavation site

Hearst Castle

Once the home of William Randolph Hearst, this stunning hilltop estate along the Central Coast is a marvel of opulence and engineering

12 Amazing Taco Shops in San Diego County

San Diego is home to some of the best taco shops in the world. Ready to take a taco tour? Consider these 14 stops

Sonoma County Luxury Lodgings

From luxury resorts to B&Bs, beautiful places to relax between tastings

Plan Your Trip: Joshua Tree National Park

What’s New at California Theme Parks in 2026

Get ready for new coasters, events, and money-saving deals across the state

Where to Go Apple Picking in California

Great places to go apple picking (and pick up some apple cider donuts) in California