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Plan Your Soccer Adventure
Everything you need to know about experiencing the big tournament in California.
Your Passport to Route 66
Celebrate the Route 66 centennial with this guide to California's must-see stops.
What's Coming Up
Explore upcoming can’t-miss events and festivals across the state.
Family-Friendly Adventures
Planning a trip with kids? Explore theme parks, beaches, mountains, and other family-friendly California activities.
Trip Inspiration
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- World Cup 2026 in California: Fan Zones and Watch Parties
- ExperienceComic-Con 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Comic-Con 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
- July 2026 Events in California
July 2026 Events in California
- 2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
2026 California Travel Deals You Can Book This Summer
- FeaturedGuide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in California
Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in California
- PodcastBest Ways to Experience the World Cup in the San Francisco Bay Area
Best Ways to Experience the World Cup in the San Francisco Bay Area
- PodcastWorld Cup in Los Angeles: Where to Experience Soccer’s Biggest Event
World Cup in Los Angeles: Where to Experience Soccer’s Biggest Event
- ExperienceKeep the Play Going: How to Spend 24 Hours in Palm Springs
Keep the Play Going: How to Spend 24 Hours in Palm Springs
- ExperienceKeep 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
- ProfileSoccer Star Cobi Jones Shares His California Playbook
Soccer Star Cobi Jones Shares His California Playbook
Explore California's Cities
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- Los Angeles
Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles
- San Francisco
San Francisco CountySan Francisco
- San Diego
San Diego CountySan Diego
- Pasadena
Los Angeles CountyPasadena
- Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara CountySanta Barbara
- Santa Monica
Los Angeles CountySanta Monica
- San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo CountySan Luis Obispo
- Anaheim
Orange CountyAnaheim
- Monterey
Monterey CountyMonterey
- Palm Springs
Riverside CountyPalm Springs
- Sonoma
Sonoma CountySonoma
- Sacramento
Sacramento CountySacramento
- Mendocino
Mendocino CountyMendocino
- Napa
Napa CountyNapa
- Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz CountySanta Cruz
- Temecula
Riverside CountyTemecula
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Explore California's 12 Regions
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- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- Deserts
Deserts
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- North Coast
North Coast
- Gold Country
Gold Country
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- San Diego County
San Diego County
- Orange County
Orange County
Find Your Passion
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- Order Your Free 2026 California Visitor’s Guide
Order Your Free 2026 California Visitor’s Guide
From Route 66 road trips to Highway 1 food guides and snow-covered escapes, the free 2026 California Visitor’s Guide is packed with inspiration for every kind of traveler.
- Family Road Trip: Santa Rosa, San Francisco, and Carmel-by-the-Sea
Family Road Trip: Santa Rosa, San Francisco, and Carmel-by-the-Sea
This six-day trip will wow the kids with iconic sights, wildlife, and hidden gems
- Family Road Trip: Gold Country and South Lake Tahoe
Family Road Trip: Gold Country and South Lake Tahoe
Play and learn on this five-day itinerary that includes snow sports and Gold Rush history
- Family Road Trip: Hollywood, Huntington Beach, and Oceanside
Family Road Trip: Hollywood, Huntington Beach, and Oceanside
This five-day itinerary features some of Southern California’s greatest hits, from Universal Studios Hollywood to classic beaches
- 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
- 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 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
- How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Palm Springs
Explore new heights, plunge into a glittering pool, and wrap yourself in Native American culture in this SoCal city
- How to Spend a Perfect Day in Tuolumne County
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Tuolumne County
Soak in the scenery, relive the Gold Rush, and shop until you drop in this wild and wonderful alpine destination
- How to Spend a Perfect Day in Paso Robles
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Paso Robles
Go for the world-class wine experiences but don’t miss the walkable downtown, the great shopping, and an unforgettable art installation
- Beyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Beyond the Match: 5 Itinerary Ideas from Los Angeles
Extend your soccer trip with these ideas for exploring beaches, theme parks, and more from Los Angeles
- Beyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Beyond the Match: 5 Itineraries from the San Francisco Bay Area
Turn your soccer trip into a true California vacation with easy day trips and weekend escapes
Travel Videos
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Yosemite National Park
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The Resort at Pelican Hill: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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L'Horizon Hotel and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
California 101
Gold Country Road Trip
California 101
Central Valley Road Trip
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Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Shasta Cascade Road Trip
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La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
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Hotel Bel-Air: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Mr. C Beverly Hills: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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The Langham Huntington, Pasadena: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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The Mondrian Hotel Los Angeles: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Highway 395 Road Trip
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Auberge du Soleil: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Carneros Resort and Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Discover Events
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- Artichoke Festival
Artichoke Festival
- Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
June 20–22, 2025
- Chefs' Holidays
Chefs' Holidays
- Eat Drink SF
Eat Drink SF
This four-day event embraces San Francisco’s global status by keeping the flavor super-local
- Bay to Breakers
Bay to Breakers
May 17, 2026
- Chinese New Year Festival & Parade
Chinese New Year Festival & Parade
March 7, 2026
- Golden Dragon Parade
Golden Dragon Parade
February 21, 2026
- Pala Casino 400
Pala Casino 400
February 26, 2023
- San Francisco Jazz Fest
San Francisco Jazz Fest
June 13–15, 2025
- Sacramento Farm-to-Fork Festival
Sacramento Farm-to-Fork Festival
Sept. 5–21, 2024
- San Diego International Beer Competition
San Diego International Beer Competition
Taste award-winning brews at one of the nation’s top beer festivals
- California Craft Beer Summit
California Craft Beer Summit
Rub elbows with craft-beer makers and sample California brews in Sacramento
- Ridgecrest Petroglyph Festival
Ridgecrest Petroglyph Festival
November 2–3, 2024
- Oxnard Salsa Festival
Oxnard Salsa Festival
July 27–28, 2024 Dance, taste, and celebrate at a weekend of salsa-fueled coastal fun
- North Lake Tahoe SnowFest
North Lake Tahoe SnowFest
February 26–May 8, 2026 Snow runs, polar dips, pancake breakfasts, and more help celebrate Tahoe's winter wonderland
- Mendocino Coast Whale Festivals
Mendocino Coast Whale Festivals
March 2–16, 2026 Spot migrating gray whales amid chowder tastings and coastal revelry
- Fashion Week El Paseo
Fashion Week El Paseo
March 13–18, 2026 A week of runway shows, trunk shows, and fashion in Palm Desert
- Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
April 10–21, 2026 Lose yourself in music, monumental art, and desert-night spectacle
- Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
April 11–19, 2026 Celebrate the spectacular cherry tree blooms over two weekends
- Canyons Endurance Runs 2026
Canyons Endurance Runs 2026
April 23–25, 2026 Test your limits on rugged Sierra trails at this iconic endurance race
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