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Outdoor Adventure
The Other Sonoma: A Ranch for Your Summer Getaway
Located between the small towns of Glen Ellen and Kenwood in Sonoma County, Beltane Ranch was a weekend retreat built in the 1890s for Mary Ellen Pleasant, a Black entrepreneur based in San Francisco.
June 10, 2021 03:41 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Weekend Getaways
11 Easy Weekend Getaways in California—From Wine Country to Coastal Escapes
Take a much-needed break with one of these easy weekend getaways in California—you can taste wines, shuck oysters, go kayaking, visit a field of flowers, or even visit a tattoo museum.
July 29, 2025 10:20 AM
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Jessie Beck
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
A Love Letter to Northern California Wine Country
Reckoning with the loss of jobs, homes, businesses, and American beauty as the fires continue in Napa and Sonoma.
October 8, 2020 10:17 AM
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Julia Cosgrove
Health + Wellness
California Wellness Retreats Worth the Trip
Whether by the beach, in the desert, or among the redwoods, these wellness stays redefine self-care
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Outdoor Adventure
Think New England Is the Only Place for Fall Foliage? Try California
We’re not knocking the Northeast’s fall colors—but the third-largest state has some prime places for vibrant leaves as well.
October 2, 2023 12:13 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Where to Travel Next
18 Places in the United States That Feel Like Europe
If a long-haul flight isn’t in the cards, these U.S. destinations will transport you to far away lands.
April 13, 2026 05:31 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Hotels We Love
From Wellness Getaways to Design-Led Urban Retreats, These Are California’s 20 Top Hotels
These are the top luxury hotels to book in the Golden State, where experiences range from world-class culinary destinations and beachfront retreats to storied city hideaways.
August 25, 2025 07:13 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
AFAR Advisor
Surrounded by Splendor: Discover California’s Golden Experiences
Miles and miles of gorgeous coastline, world-class cuisine and culture, legendary wineries, and so much more make the Golden State a dreamy destination. Here’s how to plan a trip suited to any traveler interest.
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Food + Drink
Sweetest Wine Country Towns
For this collection of must-visit wine towns across the globe, we’ve found underappreciated spots in well-known regions and in some places that might surprise you.
July 26, 2022 10:42 AM
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Tim Chester
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
There Are Other Things to Do in Napa Valley Apart From Taste Wine. These Are Our Favorites.
In the Napa Valley, it’s not just sip, spit, repeat. Here are some other new and exciting ways to explore the renowned wine region.
September 13, 2024 08:08 AM
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Matt Villano
Natural Wonders
Charming Small Towns, National Parks, and Road Trips: 18 Beautiful Places to Travel for Fall Foliage
Here’s where to spy those gorgeous hues of gold and vermilion, from New England to northern national parks.
August 25, 2025 04:00 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Trending News
Plans to Visit California? What to Know About the Severe Winter Storms
California’s recent rainfall has been 400 to 600 percent above average, resulting in floods, heavy snowfall, road closures, and evacuations. What those traveling to and through the state should know.
January 10, 2023 04:43 PM
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Michelle Baran
Food + Drink
Napa Valley’s Most Exciting New Hotels, Restaurants, and Tastings
Napa Valley has long been known for great food and drink, but several new offerings elevate this California wine region even higher.
March 14, 2023 06:57 PM
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J’nai Gaither
Travel Tips + Etiquette
This Fall Foliage Prediction Map Will Help You Plan the Perfect Autumn Getaway Across the U.S.
With fall come the pretty red, orange, and yellow hues of the changing leaves that serve as the perfect backdrop to an outdoor escape. Here’s when leaves will hit their peak fall colors across the United States in 2025.
September 4, 2025 06:01 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Family Travel
Napa Valley With Kids? The Best Family-Friendly Hotels, Restaurants, and Things to Do in Wine Country
After numerous visits to Napa Valley with her kids, one Bay Area writer is convinced that the region is as much for families as it is for foodies and wine lovers.
April 11, 2023 09:47 PM
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Michelle Baran
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