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- Perfect Day: San Luis Obispo
Perfect Day: San Luis Obispo
Revel in the treasures of this charming college town on California's Central Coast
- Experience Virtual Performances: Theater, Dance, and Comedy
Experience Virtual Performances: Theater, Dance, and Comedy
The curtain is still rising as California performing arts companies go online
- Plan Your Dream California Vacation on Pinterest
Plan Your Dream California Vacation on Pinterest
It’s the perfect tool for organizing your itinerary now—so you can travel with confidence when the time is right
- Food & Wine Editor Hunter Lewis Discusses ‘The California Way’
Food & Wine Editor Hunter Lewis Discusses ‘The California Way’
The venerable culinary magazine dedicated an entire issue to the Golden State. We caught up with the boss to ask him why
- Try These 7 Top Travel Trends
Try These 7 Top Travel Trends
From climate hopping and eco-tourism to surprise destinations and solo vacations—these are 2019's trendiest ways to travel
- Cooking Through a Crisis: Californians Helping Californians
Cooking Through a Crisis: Californians Helping Californians
Restaurants across the state are offering up their skills, resources, and creativity to feed those affected by COVID-19
- Santa Rosa Ironman Event Helps Wildfire Relief
Santa Rosa Ironman Event Helps Wildfire Relief
The Ironman Foundation will host a hands-on rebuilding project and give back more than $100,000 to support fire relief
- Coachella 2019 Passes Go on Sale Friday
Coachella 2019 Passes Go on Sale Friday
Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, and Tame Impala will headline the annual April festival
- Coachella 2020 Passes Go on Sale Monday
Coachella 2020 Passes Go on Sale Monday
Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott, and Frank Ocean will headline the annual April festival
- 18 Amazing April Events in California
18 Amazing April Events in California
Soak up spring’s magic with music festivals, films and flowers
- Take an Epic Winter Food Trip from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento
Take an Epic Winter Food Trip from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento
Follow California Dream Eater as he tastes his way from the mountains to the capitol city
- Make Your Favorite Theme Park Treats at Home
Make Your Favorite Theme Park Treats at Home
Create your own Disneyland, LEGOLAND, and Knott’s Berry Farm goodies—including an iconic frozen dessert
- 7 Road Trip-Friendly Restaurants that Embody the California Spirit
7 Road Trip-Friendly Restaurants that Embody the California Spirit
Esquire Food and Drinks Editor Jeff Gordinier dishes on his favorite must-stop restaurants across the state
- New Rides and Attractions at California Theme Parks
New Rides and Attractions at California Theme Parks
Face off with dinosaurs, embrace Batman, and see new shows at parks from San Diego to the Bay Area
- Northern California Trip Planning for Deaf Travelers
Northern California Trip Planning for Deaf Travelers
From hiking through redwoods to cruising across San Francisco Bay, Lily Yu of Deaf Journey shares her tips for planning an accessible Northern California vacation
- Great California Attractions for Families with Functional Needs
Great California Attractions for Families with Functional Needs
These theme parks, museums and playgrounds offer perks and creature comforts for a wide range of abilities
- 10 Reasons Why the Force is Stronger Than Ever in California
10 Reasons Why the Force is Stronger Than Ever in California
Galaxy’s Edge opens soon at Disneyland, and Star Wars excitement continues to thrive across the Golden State
- 8 Romantic Escapes for 8 Kinds of Couples
8 Romantic Escapes for 8 Kinds of Couples
Whether you and your partner are foodies, adrenaline junkies, or "Star Wars" fans, we’ve got a California trip for you
- Celebrate the Return of the Swallows
Celebrate the Return of the Swallows
Welcome the birds back to Mission San Juan Capistrano during this legendary event on March 19
- Cool Outdoor California Ice Rinks
Cool Outdoor California Ice Rinks
Skate around a winter wonderland with views of the mountains, beaches, or city skyline