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Road Trip Itineraries
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Discovering Death Valley
2 - 4 Days / 462 MilesVolcanoes to the Sea
5 - 7 Days / 492 MilesSierra Adventure
5 - 8 Days / 697 MilesFrom Hollywood to the Desert
5 - 6 Days / 368 MilesDiscovering the Central Coast and San Joaquin Valley
6 - 6 Days / 570 MilesSan Francisco Bay Area Tour
6 - 6 Days / 322 MilesNorth Coast Redwoods, Seascapes, and Wine Tasting
8 - 9 Days / 669 MilesSouthern California Taco Tour
2 - 3 Days / 176 MilesCentral Valley Foodie Road Trip
1 - 3 Days / 292 MilesTheme Park Thrills
6 - 8 Days / 165 MilesMovie Locations Tour
3 - 5 Days / 591 MilesAmazing Desert Oddities
3 - 6 Days / 496 MilesMajestic, Magical Highway 1
4 - 7 Days / 517 MilesGhost Towns
3 - 6 Days / 770 MilesSan Francisco Bay Loop
1 - 3 Days / 213 MilesCalifornia's Military History
4 - 6 Days / 638 MilesRoute 66
2 - 3 Days / 215 MilesFamily Learning Adventure
3 - 6 Days / 352 MilesHighway 1 Classic
4 - 7 Days / 587 MilesPacific Coast Highway South
3 - 5 Days / 244 Miles
Browse Ideas
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North Coast Wine Country
Slip away to some of the state’s most peaceful vineyards
20-Plus Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 in California
Ring in 2025 from a downtown hotel, a mountain top, a theme park—or even a quiet beach
50-Plus Fun Things to Do in California During the 2024 Holidays
Put these festive events, experiences, and performances on your bucket list this season
Cool Outdoor California Ice Rinks
Skate around a winter wonderland with views of the mountains, beaches, or city skyline
Comedy Clubs in California
From traditional performance venues to laughter-filled sightseeing tours, the Golden State will put a smile on your face
Where to See Holiday Lights in California in 2024
Check out these seasonal displays across the Golden State
4 Awesome Wine Country Resorts
Luxurious spas, farm-to-table dining, and easy access to dozens of wineries—these Napa and Sonoma resorts offer the indulgent getaway you need
What Do Five Million Christmas Lights Look Like?
Riverside’s Mission Inn Resort & Spa kicks off its 25th Festival of Lights
15 Gift-Worthy California Experiences
Give the gift of a good time with these exciting tours, activities, and tastings around the Golden State
2024 Black Friday Hotel Deals in California
Enjoy big discounts and perks for getaways during the holiday season and well into 2025
Top Military Sites to Visit in California
From decommissioned aircraft carriers to national monuments to active Space Force bases, the Golden State is an essential destination for military history buffs
California Questionnaire: Mayim Bialik
The acclaimed actor doesn’t just play highly intelligent characters, she really is super-smart—as evidenced by her Golden State recommendations below
8 Perfect Places to See Fabulous Fall Colors
Where to go to see leaves as autumn unfurls in California
Best Fall Hikes in California
Kick up some leaves on these autumn hikes around the Golden State
30 Can't-Miss Food Stops to Fuel Your Next California Road Trip
From the coast to the mountains, here's where to pull over and sample the Golden State's fabulous food
9 California Cities Set to Launch Their Restaurant Weeks
Foodies rejoice! Oakland, Sacramento, and Los Angeles highlight a very busy window of culinary awesomeness.
Saguaro Palm Springs
Escape to this colorful oasis, where pool parties and taco nights are the norm
Haunted Spots in California
From spirit-filled ships to ghostly caverns, here are 14 of the most haunted places across the state
Know Before You Go: Disneyland Resort
A starter guide to exploring the theme parks at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, including California Adventure, live shows, events, and other attractions.
Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
Old world romance, contemporary comforts
Explore California's Content Series
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