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Want to Save on a Local Getaway? These Hotels All Give Discounts to Californian Residents
Want to Save on a Local Getaway? These Hotels All Give Discounts to Californian Residents

Here’s a running list of hotels in California that give a discount to locals and residents of the state.

This New Wine Country Hotel Is Putting Lodi, California on the Map
This New Wine Country Hotel Is Putting Lodi, California on the Map

One of California’s newest wine country hotels is in an unexpected corner of the state—Lodi. But with beautiful gardens, a peaceful spa, and knock-out food, Appellation Lodi is reason enough to book a trip to the town.

These 9 Weekend Getaway Destinations Are All Within 3 Hours of San Francisco
These 9 Weekend Getaway Destinations Are All Within 3 Hours of San Francisco

Looking for an easy getaway from San Francisco? From the coast and wine country to an off-the-beaten path spots in the Sierra Nevadas, here are some of my favorite weekend getaway spots in Northern California—all within 3 hours of the city.

6 Beautiful Boutique Hotels to Book in Healdsburg, California
6 Beautiful Boutique Hotels to Book in Healdsburg, California

I absolutely love the boutique hotel scene in Healdsburg, California. Here’s where I’d recommend staying on your next trip to this charming small town in Sonoma.

I Spent the Night at Napa’s Most Scenic Hotel—Here’s What It’s Actually Like
I Spent the Night at Napa’s Most Scenic Hotel—Here’s What It’s Actually Like

Poetry Inn in Napa is a luxurious and intimate bed and breakfast with stunning views of wine country.

There’s a Playful, New Hotel in Sunnyvale—And It’s Perfect for a Bay Area Staycation
There’s a Playful, New Hotel in Sunnyvale—And It’s Perfect for a Bay Area Staycation

This new hotel, Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley, is perfect for a sunny staycation in the Bay.

I Live in San Francisco. Here’s What You Need to Know Before Visiting.
I Live in San Francisco. Here’s What You Need to Know Before Visiting.

Traveling to San Francisco? Here are 6 essential travel tips to know before you visit the City by the Bay.

This Luxury Hotel in Austin is The Perfect City Retreat—Here’s What it’s Like to Stay There
This Luxury Hotel in Austin is The Perfect City Retreat—Here’s What it’s Like to Stay There

The Loren at Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas is one of the city's newest luxury, boutique hotels. With rooms starting at $450, is it worth it? I stayed there to find out.

The Perfect Day Trip from San Francisco to Muir Woods
The Perfect Day Trip from San Francisco to Muir Woods

Use this guide to plan the perfect day trip to Muir Woods from San Francisco.

A Local’s Guide to Biking Across San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge
A Local’s Guide to Biking Across San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge

Read tips for biking across the Golden Gate Bridge. Whether you need to know how long it takes or where to rent a bike, this article will help you.

How to Bike from San Francisco to Point Reyes for a Weekend Getaway
How to Bike from San Francisco to Point Reyes for a Weekend Getaway

Use this guide to help plan a bike adventure getaway to Point Reyes, California. Get tips on food, hotels, camping, and bike routes from San Francisco.

5 Great Non-Touristy Things to Do in New Orleans
5 Great Non-Touristy Things to Do in New Orleans

Rather than recommend all the possible things to do in New Orleans, we’re highlighting just five stand-out experiences from a recent trip to The Big Easy.

A 7-Day Utah Road Trip Itinerary for Outdoor Lovers
A 7-Day Utah Road Trip Itinerary for Outdoor Lovers

Explore Utah's lesser-visited national parks with this 7-day Utah road trip itinerary from Park City to Las Vegas, with stops for camping, hiking, and biking.

10 Fall Travel Destinations in the U.S. and Abroad
10 Fall Travel Destinations in the U.S. and Abroad

Whether you’re seeking fall foliage or a few last warm days before winter sets in, these are 10 great places to visit in the fall.

5 Craft Breweries to Try Near Stowe, Vermont
5 Craft Breweries to Try Near Stowe, Vermont

The small town of Stowe, Vermont packs a lot of hops for its size. Discover five breweries in and around Stowe, Vermont — along with details on whether they have food, are kid/dog friendly, and how to get there.

5 Bay Area Bike Rides for Food Lovers
5 Bay Area Bike Rides for Food Lovers

Do you love food and bike rides? Discover five great bike rides in the San Francisco Bay Area that end with a great meal.

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A Winter Weekend Getaway in California

Looking for a good travel idea in California this winter? Use this 3-day travel itinerary to plan a relaxing getaway to a lesser-known destination along the Mendocino Coast: Sea Ranch. This guide includes insider recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and things to do.

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Contemporary wooden buildings at Sea Ranch, California with large windows surrounded by a wooden deck and a tall tree against a clear sky.

Mexico + Central America

Outdoor Mexican street decorated with colorful papel picado banners and string lights at night in Cabo, Baja California, Mexico
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This Charming Small Town in Mexico is Baja’s Best-Kept Secret. Here’s How to Visit.
This Charming Small Town in Mexico is Baja’s Best-Kept Secret. Here’s How to Visit.

Forget Cabo, this charming small town in Mexico’s Baja California Sur should be top of your list for your next beach vacation.

A Mexico Beach Trip Packing List for Carry-On Only Travelers
A Mexico Beach Trip Packing List for Carry-On Only Travelers

Use this simple, carry-on friendly packing list to prepare for your next beach getaway to Mexico.

Is September and October Really Belize’s “Worst Time to Visit”?
Is September and October Really Belize’s “Worst Time to Visit”?

September and October in Belize is rainy, but does that make it a terrible time to visit? Here's what to expect and tips for a September/October trip to Belize.

10 Fall Travel Destinations in the U.S. and Abroad
10 Fall Travel Destinations in the U.S. and Abroad

Whether you’re seeking fall foliage or a few last warm days before winter sets in, these are 10 great places to visit in the fall.

A Local’s Guide on Where to Eat in Oaxaca, Mexico
A Local’s Guide on Where to Eat in Oaxaca, Mexico

From cheap eats and mercados to Michelin star restaurants, this list has a local's recommendations on where to eat in Oaxaca, Mexico.

8 Essential Foods to Try in Oaxaca, Mexico
8 Essential Foods to Try in Oaxaca, Mexico

If you travel to Mexico’s culinary capital, Oaxaca, make sure to try one (or all) of these essential Oaxacan foods while you’re there.