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To say it’s “majestic” is an understatement; the California coast is a feast for the senses

Quizzes

Quiz: Dream Big and Discover Your Perfect Pairing in Fascinating California

What’s your personal paradise in the Golden State? Use this short quiz to find just the right places for an idyllic experience you’ll never forget.

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Winter Sports

Spring Is the Best Time for Skiing. I Said It.

Don’t put your skis and poles away when winter ends.

February 6, 2025 03:08 PM

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Miles Howard

Redwood trees in Montgomery Woods State Natural Reserve in Mendocino County

Outdoor Adventure

This Underrated California Region Is Getting Three New State Parks

The initiative represents the biggest expansion of California’s state parks system in decades.

May 6, 2026 05:31 PM

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Jackie Bryant

Road Trips

7 Coastal U.S. Road Trips With Incredible Views

Skip the views of seemingly endless interstate for an inspiring expanse of blue.

June 17, 2025 01:52 PM

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Chloe Arrojado

Landscape with Cathedral La Seu at sunset time in Palma de Mallorca islands, Spain

Where to Go in Spring

Beyond Barcelona: This Spring’s Unmissable Spanish City

You won’t find this center of history, seaside cuisine, and design on the Iberian Peninsula.

February 8, 2023 08:34 PM

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Sheryl Nance-Nash

America 250

Now Is the Time to Travel in the United States

Consider this your guide to the boldest, artsiest, buzziest, friendliest, tastiest things going on in all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

July 14, 2025 08:30 AM

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Air Travel News

Is a Clear Membership Worth It? Here’s How to Try It for Free to Find Out

The expedited airport security service can save you extra time beyond TSA PreCheck.

September 17, 2024 07:00 PM

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Paul Rubio

Visitors at the poppy fields near the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve in Lancaster, Calif., Sunday, April 9, 2023.

Where to Go in Spring

These California Destinations Could Have a Superbloom This Year, Plus Where to Find Wildflowers in the State

From desert blooms in Death Valley to coastal florals in the Channel Islands and popular poppies in the Sierra foothills, here’s where to find California’s wildflowers.

January 29, 2026 01:46 PM

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Deb Hopewell

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Natural Wonders

10 Healing Hot Springs Across the United States

Soak up America’s geothermal wonders in these rugged springs, historic bathhouses, and relaxing wellness retreats.

February 21, 2024 02:53 PM

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Liz Weslander

A view of buildings in downtown San Francisco as seen from a highpoint on a brick walk.

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

Natural Wonders

The Southwestern State Hiding Hot Springs, Swimming Holes, and Natural Waterslides

From rocky plunge pools hidden in desert canyons to mineral-rich hot springs with valley views, Arizona hides some unforgettable places to soak.

December 23, 2025 06:01 AM

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Cindy Barks

The sun rising through the clouds over the tall rocky mountains and trees of Glacier Point, Yosemite, California.

Art + Culture

The Essential California Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors

Make your trip to California unforgettable with insider tips on exploring the state’s most iconic cities and landscapes.

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Visas + Passports

The 2026 World’s Most Powerful Passport Rankings Are In. Where Does the U.S. Rank?

The United States is back in the Henley Passport Index’s global top 10—kind of.

January 15, 2026 03:15 PM

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Bailey Berg

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U.S. Beaches

The U.S. Has Nearly 100,000 Miles of Shoreline—These Are the Prettiest Beaches

These nine beaches stand out for both natural beauty and distinct character.

July 14, 2025 05:58 PM

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Becca Blond

The historic bathhouse at Dunton Hot Springs with a staircase over the bath, plants all around and a large window that opens to the outside

Hotels We Love

Arizona Desert Waters, Historic Virginia Baths, a Colorado Mining Town Spa—the Best U.S. Hot Springs Resorts

Enjoy the healing benefits of the natural thermal waters at these 9 restorative resorts.

January 22, 2026 05:37 PM

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Michelle Baran

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