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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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- 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
- Quirky Museums2 - 4 Days, 7 Stops, 153 MilesCulver City to Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
- 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
- Highway 1 Classic4 - 7 Days, 9 Stops, 587 MilesSan Diego to San Francisco
- 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
- 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
- Central Coast Cruise5 - 6 Days, 9 Stops, 310 MilesPismo Beach to San Luis Obispo
- Route 662 - 3 Days, 8 Stops, 215 MilesSanta Monica to Mojave National Preserve
Browse Ideas
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- How to Experience Route 66 in California
How to Experience Route 66 in California
While the historic highway doesn’t appear on most maps these days, you can still trace its path and explore its time-machine charms
- Hotel and Travel Deals in California This Spring
Hotel and Travel Deals in California This Spring
Enjoy serious savings at resorts, wineries, and theme parks
- The World-Famous Studio Tour
The World-Famous Studio Tour
Go behind the scenes on Hollywood’s most famous backlot tour
- Things to Do in Yosemite National Park
Things to Do in Yosemite National Park
Must-see sites at California's iconic park in the Sierra Nevada mountains
- Getting Around Yosemite National Park
Getting Around Yosemite National Park
Shuttles and tram tours make it easy
- FAQ: What to Know About Visiting Yosemite National Park in 2026
FAQ: What to Know About Visiting Yosemite National Park in 2026
Here’s what you need to know about planning a trip to Yosemite this year
- Universal CityWalk
Universal CityWalk
Experience three blocks of big city excitement
- Here's What You Need to Know to See Yosemite's 2026 Firefall
Here's What You Need to Know to See Yosemite's 2026 Firefall
Make plans now to catch this amazing natural phenomenon
- 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
- March 2026 Events in California
March 2026 Events in California
Start your spring with whale watching and theme park debuts
- 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
- Nepenthe
Nepenthe
Dine and relax in Big Sur with a world-class view
- California Questionnaire: Olympian Alysa Liu Awards the Bay Area a Gold Medal
California Questionnaire: Olympian Alysa Liu Awards the Bay Area a Gold Medal
The gold medalist figure skating star and Oakland local shares her top spots to dine, shop, and play
- Universal Studios Hollywood for Youngsters
Universal Studios Hollywood for Youngsters
You’ll find G-rated thrills in the film studio-turned-theme park
- 5 Great Destinations for an Affordable Family Vacation in California
5 Great Destinations for an Affordable Family Vacation in California
No matter your budget, a fun and affordable family vacation in California is within your reach
- AutoCamp
AutoCamp
Retro Airstream glamping and modern comforts amid California’s great outdoors
- How to Forage Responsibly and Sustainably in California
How to Forage Responsibly and Sustainably in California
Where to go, what to expect, and how to forage safely in California
- Disneyland Resort for Younger Kids
Disneyland Resort for Younger Kids
Fairytale fun plus some silly spots for open play equals a whole lot of magic
- Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
This 300-acre Redding attraction boasts an arboretum, museum, sculpture park, and forest camp
- The Getty Center with Kids
The Getty Center with Kids
Help children engage with the museum—or have fun with these activities yourself
Explore California's Content Series
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