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- Food & Drink
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Theme Parks
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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
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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
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- 6 Top Family-Friendly Things to Do in Orange County
6 Top Family-Friendly Things to Do in Orange County
From surf and sand to world-class theme parks, there are kid-friendly activities in Orange County that the whole family will enjoy
- 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
- Carmel Valley
Carmel Valley
Embrace the upscale rustic charm and rolling hills of this Monterey County destination
- Bidwell Park
Bidwell Park
Visit this sprawling Chico park to swim, hike and bike trails, golf, and more
- 7 LGBTQ+ Getaways
7 LGBTQ+ Getaways
Explore these diverse LGBTQ+ communities in California
- Santa Cruz Wharf & Waterfront
Santa Cruz Wharf & Waterfront
Visit a coastal classic for views, anglers, dining, and water sports
- San Francisco Nightlife
San Francisco Nightlife
Reasons Not to Sleep in the City by the Bay
- San Francisco’s Lombard Street
San Francisco’s Lombard Street
Snake down mind-bending switchbacks on one of the curviest—and most photographed—streets in the world
- February 2026 Events in California
February 2026 Events in California
Love is in the air with a statewide passion for wine, dates, and flowering orchards
- What’s New in California in 2026
What’s New in California in 2026
From new hotels to hotly anticipated restaurants to colorful theme park attractions, here’s a look at the top debuts in California
- November 2025 Events in California
November 2025 Events in California
Enjoy one last autumnal hurrah this month, or start your winter fun early
- Where to Celebrate Pride Month 2026 in California
Where to Celebrate Pride Month 2026 in California
Celebrate California's LGBTQ+ community at Pride Month events across the state in June
- 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
- Keep the Play Going: What to Do With Six Hours in LA
Keep the Play Going: What to Do With Six Hours in LA
Criss cross the city for six hours of fun in Los Angeles
- 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
- 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?
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