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Road Trips
7 Unforgettable U.S. Cross-Country Road Trips
Go from one side of the country to another on one of these journeys.
June 7, 2023 10:37 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
National Parks
Sequoias Versus Redwoods: What’s the Difference and How to Compare the California National Parks
Should you visit the tallest or the biggest trees in the world?
October 28, 2025 03:35 PM
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Suzie Dundas
Hotels We Love
Neon-Lit Landmarks and Stylish Adobe Hotels: Our Favorite Places to Stay Along Route 66
From mosaic tiles to cowhide, these hotels celebrate Americana from Chicago to L.A.
November 11, 2025 08:01 PM
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Matt Kirouac
Outdoor Adventure
A Super Bloom Just Peaked in California, but There’s Still Time to See Other Spectacular Flowers
Following record rainfall in some areas throughout the fall and winter, wildflowers are growing across the state. Here’s where to see them.
March 20, 2026 08:10 AM
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Mae Hamilton
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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Hotels
10 New, Incredible Luxury Hotels Opening Around the World This Spring
AFAR’s resident hotel expert shares the spring hotel openings that are worth a special trip this year.
February 29, 2024 03:11 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
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
Outdoor Adventure
This Scenic River Junction Is California’s Newest State Park
When it opens on June 12, Dos Rios in the San Joaquin Valley will be California’s first new state park in nearly a decade.
May 2, 2024 11:40 AM
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Michelle Baran
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
Epic Trips
Why Huntington Beach Is Perfect for a Long Weekend
With picture-perfect waves, scenic coastal trails, and a thriving craft brewery scene, Huntington Beach deserves a closer look.
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Visit Huntington Beach
Travel for Good
Make Your Next Hotel Stay in California Count—for You and the Destination
Kind Traveler launches first statewide regenerative travel initiative to help travelers give back to communities across California.
January 26, 2023 05:54 PM
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Kathleen Rellihan
Books
3 Book Festivals Around the Country to Dog-Ear This Spring
Bookworms unite! From Santa Fe to L.A., here are three events you can attend to celebrate the glory of the written word.
April 22, 2022 01:24 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Hotels
6 Native American–Owned Hotels for Your Next Trip
Gain a better understanding of Native American history and culture through these hotels.
November 13, 2024 01:25 AM
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Carrie Back
Road Trips
The 7 Best Drag Shows, Queer Nights, and Welcoming Bars Along Route 66
These safe and celebratory havens welcome people from all walks of life.
May 15, 2026 03:05 PM
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Matt Kirouac
History + Culture
This California Gold Rush Site Holds a Hidden Chapter of Black History
Visitors come to paddle, picnic, and bike along Folsom Lake, rarely realizing they’re standing on the site of a once-booming Black Gold Rush settlement.
February 6, 2026 12:43 PM
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Erika Mailman
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