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Road Trip Itineraries
Volcanoes to the Sea
5 - 7 Days / 492 MilesSierra Adventure
5 - 8 Days / 697 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 MilesWild North Coast
3 - 5 Days / 394 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
Browse Ideas
5 Remarkable California Trees
The Golden State’s first works of art may have been these amazing trees
Treebones Resort
Cuddle up in a cozy Mongolian-style yurt perched on a Big Sur bluff
The Best Vegan Restaurants in San Diego
From sushi to happy hour, there’s a plant-based dish for every craving in California’s second-largest city
Twin Peaks Boasts an Incredible View of San Francisco
The popular San Francisco park is centrally located, free to all visitors, and definitely worth a visit
Seasonal Events at LEGOLAND California
Giant LEGO bricks, festive decor, and sweet treats at the theme park in Carlsbad
California Questionnaire: Idina Menzel
The powerhouse performer shares her favorite places around her adopted home state—including the redwoods of Northern California
10 Amazing Gifts Created by Native Americans
From exceptional hazy brews to award-winning clothing, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts from Native American makers
6 Snow-Savvy Reasons to Ski Midweek This Winter
Bolster your budget and dodge the snow crush by hitting the slopes Monday to Friday
California Backcountry Snow Adventures
Try these creative winter adventure options away from the slopes
5 Ski Runs with Stunning Views
Where to take in the best of California’s mountain majesty
12 Awesome California Snow Adventures
Ski resorts in Golden State can boast of sunny days and snowy peaks, but that’s only the beginning
Family Snow Adventures
From winter tubing to snowshoeing and ice-skating, here’s where to find kid-friendly activities off the slopes
How to Get Early Tickets to See King Tut in L.A.
The 2018 exhibit at the California Science Center will be the biggest ever outside Egypt
Get Inside Tips from Golden State Locals
From hole-in-the-wall fruit stands to hidden vista-filled hikes, California locals are happy to dish on their favorite spots
Explore Local Favorites in Northern California
Travel like you live there with recommendations from local experts in San Francisco, Mount Shasta, Sonoma, and more
Experience Central California Like a Local
Explore local hotspots in Santa Barbara, Monterey, Mammoth, and more
2018 Holiday Gift Guide: 26 California-Inspired Presents
We’ve got something for everyone on your list, from techies to style mavens to epicureans and more
12 Ways to Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day
Start turning your travel dreams into a reality on January 25
Soak Up SoCal Like a Local
See Southern California through the eyes of the people who know it best through the new California Locals program
A Deserving Family’s Disneyland Dream Come True
After a challenging year, one NorCal family wins a much-needed trip to the Happiest Place on Earth