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Road Trip Itineraries
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Central 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 MilesSouthern California Taco Tour
2 - 3 Days / 176 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 MilesWild North Coast
3 - 5 Days / 394 MilesSierra Adventure
5 - 8 Days / 697 MilesVolcanoes to the Sea
5 - 7 Days / 492 MilesGolden Chain Highway
2 - 3 Days / 130 MilesSan Luis Obispo to Ragged Point
1 - 2 Days / 60 MilesArchitecture Gems
3 - 5 Days / 296 MilesRock 'n' Roll Road Trip
3 - 4 Days / 235 Miles
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Top California Yoga Retreats
These unbelievable resorts offer the perfect serene getaway for yoga, meditation, and relaxation
Reopening Update: California Theme Parks
A number of theme parks have reopened, with certain restrictions and protocols in place
Tips for a SoCal Surfing Vacation—from Actual Surfers
Take advice from three influencers who traveled to some of the Golden State’s most popular beach destinations
What’s New at California Theme Parks This Summer
Meet superheroes, fire jelly-blasters, and join parties at parks around the Golden State
Take Advantage of National Plan for Vacation Day
On January 26, elevate your outlook by planning for, and locking in, your next vacation
9 Ways to Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day
Start turning your California travel dreams into a reality
It’s Time to Start Dreaming About Your Next Adventure
U.S. Travel’s ‘Let’s Go There, Soon’ campaign invites consumers to plan now for future travel
25 Fabulous October Events
Come to California for top-notch food festivals, eclectic music weekends, and cool seasonal thrills
Sample Five Quirky Road Trips with California Pop
Watch two friends travel across the Golden State in search of unusual attractions in this five-part series
Explore the Rugged Allure of California’s Lost Coast
Join the New York Times on a family-friendly adventure through a remote and beautiful stretch of the North Coast
29 Sensational September Events in California
Surf, sip wine, or enjoy music at some of the biggest festivals of the year
17 Sublime September Events in California
Taste wine, celebrate harvest season, and watch dogs surf
California Questionnaire: Brian Huskey
The Top Chef alum loves riding his bike to work, taking road trips, and vacationing at Lake Tahoe
California Questionnaire: Annie Lawless
The Suja Juice cofounder, makeup mogul, and all-around wellness aficionado is passionate about her Southern California home
Where to Hike with Kids in California
How to (mostly) disconnect from everyone’s smartphones and connect with California’s natural wonders
How to Craft Your Own 'Birdbox' Tour in California
Sandra Bullock could have used this tip-filled guide to the locations featured in the Netflix film—no blindfolds required!
How to Celebrate National Burrito Day in California
Burritos in the Golden State vary by region—some are stuffed with rice, others with French fries or even Korean barbecue
8 Must-Try California Breakfasts
From açaí bowls to bacon flights, the Golden State starts the day with flair
California Deemed America’s Best Place to Eat
Eater levels its highest praise on the Golden State in a new dining guide
Family Road Trip: San Luis Obispo to Buena Park
This five-day trip from the Central Coast to Orange County includes beaches, whale watching, and a little kid–friendly theme park
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