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Outdoor Adventure
19 U.S. National Parks You Can Visit for Free—Any Time of the Year
Of the 63 national parks in the United States, about a third are free to visit every day of the year.
October 3, 2024 04:16 PM
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Bailey Berg
Trending News
This U.S. City Was Just Ranked the Happiest in the Country
The recently released 2026 Happy City Index scores cities based on the happiness of their citizens. See which U.S. city ranked highest.
March 24, 2026 05:15 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Camping
9 U.S. Beach Camping Spots for Incredible Views and Oceanside Relaxation
These waterfront camping sites offer unbeatable sunrise and sunset views.
May 28, 2024 04:31 PM
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Adrienne Jordan
Food + Drink
What’s New for Food, Wine, and Travel in Monterey
From coastal escapes to cliffside views, Monterey County keeps adding standout resorts, restaurants, wineries, and events.
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See Monterey
Trains
You Can See California’s Beautiful Nature by Train. These Are the Most Scenic Routes to Take.
Hop aboard a family-friendly train ride through redwood forests or an adults-only trip in Napa wine country.
May 14, 2026 05:06 AM
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Alesandra Dubin
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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Visit San Luis Obispo
Winter Sports
Après Ski on a Beach? 10 Places Where You Can Hit the Slopes and Sand in the Same Day
From California to Spain, enjoy snow in the morning and ocean waves in the afternoon.
December 5, 2025 03:01 PM
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Andy Cochrane
Stay Here Next
A Look Inside California’s Most Exciting New Luxury Hotel
A former 19th-century stagecoach stop is reborn as the Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection, in the heart of California’s Santa Ynez Valley wine country.
July 28, 2023 02:50 PM
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Julia Cosgrove
Outdoor Adventure
The Crowd-Free California Redwoods Trip That Everyone Should Take Once
After a recent trip to the redwoods, Afar cofounder Greg Sullivan shares why this slice of Northern California is unlike anywhere else he’s traveled.
September 15, 2025 10:16 AM
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Greg Sullivan
Weekend Getaways
Big Sur, We Missed You. How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in California’s Coastal Paradise
A vital stretch of California’s scenic Highway 1 has reopened ahead of schedule. The newly restored route makes the ocean bluffs of Big Sur accessible to all once more. Here’s what to do when you get there.
January 16, 2026 04:12 PM
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Michelle Baran
Stay Here Next
Under Canvas Yosemite Is Finally Open—Here’s What It’s Like at California’s Newest Glamping Resort
The first California retreat from Under Canvas is near Yosemite National Park and offers an idyllic mix of high-end amenities and the chance to get up close and personal with nature.
May 21, 2026 03:38 PM
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Erin Feher
Outdoor Adventure
This Beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site Is Reversing the Damage of European Settlement
Indigenous-owned tours in Western Australia’s Shark Bay offer travelers the chance to see conservation firsthand.
January 16, 2025 11:56 AM
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Keith Drew
Hotels
The Ritz-Carlton Hawaiʻi Resorts Highlight a More Local Experience
From outrigger canoeing to cultural workshops, these resorts offer families hands-on experiences that go beyond ordinary vacations.
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The Ritz-Carlton
Outdoor Adventure
Scout For Shipwrecks and Glimpse the Northern Lights on This Underrated Coastline in the Midwest
Wisconsin’s coast—with its cliff jumping, sea kayaking, and winter surfing—offers plenty of fun experiences.
May 21, 2025 02:40 PM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Outdoor Adventure
You Need to Get Yourself Into a Floating Sauna This Summer
The Scandinavian practice of turning a sauna into a boat is growing across the USA, from California to Maine.
May 28, 2026 12:06 PM
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Kelly Magyarics
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