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Food + Drink
The Ultimate Trip Ideas for Travelers in California
Plan a dream vacation in sunny California to suit all types of interests.
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Outdoor Adventure
How Indigenous Adventures Connect Travelers to California
From Klamath paddling to Mojave hiking, Indigenous guides show new ways to explore and care for California’s standout landscapes.
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Hotels We Love
Wellness, Retro Glam, and Relaxation—Escape to Palm Springs at These 5 New and Renewed Desert Hotels
California’s desert oasis is abuzz with fresh new hotels and recently refreshed resorts, making now the perfect time for a Palm Springs getaway.
February 16, 2026 02:05 PM
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Michelle Baran
Cities We Love
A Perfect (and Practically Free) Day in San Francisco
The ideal day in this California city is surprisingly affordable.
August 9, 2022 04:45 PM
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Pat Tompkins
Cities We Love
A Local’s Guide to the New Hotels, Restaurants, and Cultural Events in San Francisco
Get a peek at what’s new in San Francisco, from increasingly diverse restaurants to a slew of free entertainment.
May 24, 2024 07:50 AM
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Chelsea Davis
Cities We Love
Why I Still Love San Francisco, Despite Recent Headlines
Foggy evenings and buzzy restaurants remind AFAR’s CEO and cofounder of the city’s charms.
August 24, 2023 04:24 PM
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Greg Sullivan
Hotels
7 New and Reimagined Hotels and the California Regions They Call Home
Whether making their debut or unveiling renovations, these are some of the best accommodations to book for a Golden State getaway—and regional travel tips for each.
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Weekend Getaways
This Once Sleepy Surf Town Is Quietly Becoming California’s Coastal Cool Kid
With new flights, an emerging culinary scene, and a wide range of activities that go well beyond the surf, this under-the-radar beach town is a California getaway worth planning a trip around.
March 24, 2026 07:14 PM
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Michelle Baran
Road Trips
The 8 Best Things to Do, Eat, and See in and Around San Luis Obispo, California
From feasting on pastries at the Madonna Inn to sipping chardonnay at Chamisal Vineyards, these are some of the best things to do in and around the Central Coast city.
July 30, 2023 08:00 AM
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Mae Hamilton
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
Air Travel News
United Just Added This New Nonstop Flight to Europe From California
Get ready for easy access to Gaudí, Picasso, and Miró—plus endless tapas and miles of beaches.
December 8, 2023 03:35 PM
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Michelle Baran
Hotel News + Openings
Michelin Reveals Its List of Top Hotels in the USA
The famous French restaurant guide is rating hotels now with a new key-rating system, similar to its star ratings for restaurants. Only a handful of hotels in New York and California received three keys.
April 25, 2024 02:00 PM
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Stacey Lastoe
Food + Drink
7 Charming California Wine Towns for Every Kind of Traveler
Farm-to-table smorgasbords, volcanic mud baths, Danish architecture, and more are the calling cards of these varied wine destinations.
October 24, 2025 09:25 AM
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Justin Goldman
History + Culture
The Most Spirited Day of the Dead Celebrations in the United States
Outside of Mexico, some of the liveliest observances of Día de los Muertos take place in U.S. cities—and they’re totally free to attend.
October 9, 2023 12:07 PM
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Sarah Buder
Cities We Love
Slow Travel Is In, and This California Town Does It Right
From scenic bike rides and historic spas to stylish hotels and eco-friendly wineries, there are many ways to enjoy San Luis Obispo mindfully.
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