Order Your Free 2025 California Visitor’s Guide
Order Your Free 2025 California Visitor’s Guide
Plan your next vacation with insider tips on Golden State attractions, buzzy restaurants, top wine tasting spots, and more in this 193-page guide
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California Love
California is a land of breathtaking beauty and diverse landscapes, stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Sierra Nevada mountains. Come experience the warmth of the Golden State spirit — where all dreams are welcome.
Explore California Now
Now’s the time for a Golden State getaway—great deals, live events, festivals, and perfect weather for outdoor fun.
Ready for a Road Trip?
Design your dream California road trip with personalized itineraries highlighting top attractions and must-see destinations.
Ways to Play in California
Discover endless adventures and playful experiences in California, The Ultimate Playground.
Unforgettable Family Fun
Planning a trip with kids? Explore theme parks, beaches, mountains, and other family-friendly California activities.
Trip Inspiration
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- March 2025 Events in CaliforniaMarch 2025 Events in CaliforniaKick off your spring with whale watching, theme park festivals, and special beer and wine releases
- Early Spring 2025 Deals for California TravelEarly Spring 2025 Deals for California TravelNow’s the perfect time to visit hotels, wineries, and spas in the Golden State—and enjoy some serious savings
- Where to See California Wildflowers Spring 2025Where to See California Wildflowers Spring 2025Northern California’s wet winter promises a blaze of colors; Southern California anticipates more rain
- California Restaurants: An A to Z GuideCalifornia Restaurants: An A to Z GuideExplore this alphabetically arranged guide to California’s essential eateries
- Best Tips for a Dog-Friendly California Road TripBest Tips for a Dog-Friendly California Road TripUse these helpful tips and take your pet on your next adventure in the Golden State
- 4 Reasons Spring Skiing Is Awesome in California4 Reasons Spring Skiing Is Awesome in CaliforniaIn some ways, ski season is only just beginning in the mountains
Explore California's Cities
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- San FranciscoSan Francisco CountySan Francisco
- Los AngelesLos Angeles CountyLos Angeles
- San DiegoSan Diego CountySan Diego
- PasadenaLos Angeles CountyPasadena
- Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara CountySanta Barbara
- San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo CountySan Luis Obispo
- Santa MonicaLos Angeles CountySanta Monica
- AnaheimOrange CountyAnaheim
- MontereyMonterey CountyMonterey
- Palm SpringsRiverside CountyPalm Springs
- SonomaSonoma CountySonoma
- SacramentoSacramento CountySacramento
- MendocinoMendocino CountyMendocino
- NapaNapa CountyNapa
- Santa CruzSanta Cruz CountySanta Cruz
- TemeculaRiverside CountyTemecula
Explore Things To Do
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- Theme ParksTheme Parks
- California 101California 101
- Food & DrinkFood & Drink
- Arts & CultureArts & Culture
- Outdoor AdventureOutdoor Adventure
- WineWine
- Craft Beer & BreweriesCraft Beer & Breweries
- BeachesBeaches
- Aquariums & ZoosAquariums & Zoos
- CampingCamping
- Lakes & RiversLakes & Rivers
- National ParksNational Parks
- Big TreesBig Trees
Explore California's 12 Regions
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- Central CoastCentral Coast
- Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles County
- Orange CountyOrange County
- San Diego CountySan Diego County
- DesertsDeserts
- Inland EmpireInland Empire
- Central ValleyCentral Valley
- High SierraHigh Sierra
- Gold CountryGold Country
- San Francisco Bay AreaSan Francisco Bay Area
- North CoastNorth Coast
- Shasta CascadeShasta Cascade
California Now Travel Stories
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Find Your Passion
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So You Think You Know Monterey County?
Check out these 15 lesser-known spots, including a Shakespeare showcase and a bar that serves 10-cent cocktails
Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Bask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed
So You Think You Know Sacramento?
America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital is full of secrets and surprises—you just need to know where to look
Ways to Play in Temecula Valley
Relaxation here begins with wine tasting, spa days, hot-air balloon rides, and perhaps a round of golf
So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?
From Temecula to Riverside to Big Bear Lake and beyond, this diverse region features plenty of hidden gems
Ways to Play in Yurok Country
Gain new appreciation for the history and culture of these Native lands while also soaking up North Coast scenery
Ways to Play in San Francisco
Turn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
Ways to Play in San Diego
No matter how you define playtime, you’ll find it in this SoCal hub
Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National Park
Hike, climb, and soak up the magic of this unique desert park
Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Experience all the superlatives—from the largest tree to the highest peak—at this duo of parks
Ways to Play in Lake Tahoe
Find all-season fun on the lake and in the mountains
Ways to Play in Newport Beach
Steer your own ship, see marine life, and sleep in a beachy cottage in this Orange County hub
Ways to Play in Palm Springs
See how the desert comes to life from a tramway, within a palm oasis, or at a fabulous resort
So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?
Here are a dozen ways to experience the hidden side of this dynamic South Bay region
Travel Videos
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California 101
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
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Wine Country Road Trip
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The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Mendocino County Road Trip
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Gold Country Road Trip
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Central Valley Road Trip
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Hotel Casa del Mar: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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La Quinta Resort & Club: California Luxury Minute Resorts
California 101
Shasta Cascade Road Trip
California Dream Eater
The Ultimate Foodie Road Trip: Ventura + Santa Barbara
California 101
Gateways to Yosemite: 5 Amazing Things
California 101
Inland Empire’s Rim of the World Road Trip
California 101
California’s Highway One 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
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Cavallo Point: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: California Luxury Minute Resorts
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Farmhouse Inn: California Luxury Minute Resorts
Discover Events
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Life Time Sea Otter Classic
April 10–13, 2025
Pebble Beach Food & Wine
April 10–13, 2025
UC Davis Picnic Day
April 12, 2025
Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
April 12–13, 19–20, 2025
Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee
May 17, 2025
Kinetic Grand Championship
May 24–26, 2025
Festival of Arts, Pageant of the Masters
July 5 – August 29, 2025
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