California

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Why travel to California?

Explore the incredible diversity of California, a state of iconic landmarks and stunning natural beauty. Stand in awe of the granite cliffs of Yosemite National Park and the giant trees of Sequoia National Park. Drive across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Experience the extreme landscapes of Death Valley National Park. From its sun-kissed beaches to its towering mountain ranges, California offers a vast and unforgettable journey.

Our California Travel Guides

Places Within California

 
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Berkeley
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Death Valley National Park
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Fresno
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Idyllwild
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Long Beach
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Los Angeles
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Oakland
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Palm Springs
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Redwood National and State Parks
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Riverside
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Sacramento
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San Diego
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San Francisco
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San Jose
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Santa Barbara
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Sequoia National Park
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Yosemite National Park

Recent California Travel Guides

 
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San Francisco, California, United States
10 Nicknames for San Francisco and the Stories Behind Them

By Rebecca Low

  • 10 nicknames
An aerial shot of a city of skyscrapers and buildings
Oakland, California, United States
9 Oakland Nicknames and the Reasons for Them

By Lauren Kendrick

  • 9 nicknames
A marina with many moored boats and a long dock near trees in the foreground
California, United States
15 Nicknames for California That Will Surprise You

By Lauren Kendrick

  • 15 nicknames
A bench by a boardwalk lined with rocks, with the city skyline in the background
San Diego, California, United States
San Diego Nicknames

By Alli Sewell

  • 7 nicknames
Tall glass buildings near green trees and an electrical pole on a clear blue day
Sacramento, California, United States
15 Sacramento Nicknames You Should Know

By Gabrielle Tomei

  • 15 nicknames
Cars driving along a highway with a cityscape full of buildings and a blue sky behind
San Jose, California, United States
12 San Jose Nicknames You Should Know

By Alli Sewell

  • 12 nicknames
A coastal city with buildings and trees next to the ocean under a blue sky
Long Beach, California, United States
Long Beach Nicknames

By Alli Sewell

  • 7 nicknames
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Los Angeles, California, United States
17 Los Angeles Nicknames That You Should Know

By Rebecca Low

  • 17 nicknames
A view of a forest near snow-covered mountains in the background
Idyllwild, California, United States
Where to Stay in Idyllwild, CA - 3 Best Areas & Places

By Jonathan Davis

  • 3 places to stay
Rock formations on a sunny day
Death Valley National Park, California, United States
Where to Stay in Death Valley - 10 Best Areas

By Catrina Guenther

  • 10 places to stay
Waves crashing against the base of rocky cliffs with a clear sky in the background
California, United States
50 Interesting & Fun Facts About California State

By Sarah Hartness

  • 50 facts
An aerial view of a city with buildings and greenery next to mountain ranges
Berkeley, California, United States
Top 17 Best Outdoor Activities in Berkeley, CA

By Alli Sewell

  • 17 things to do
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Santa Barbara, California, United States
20 Unique Things to Do in Santa Barbara, California

By William Stanto

  • 20 things to do
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Sacramento, California, United States
15 Sacramento Landmarks That Can't Be Missed

By Alli Sewell

  • 15 landmarks
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San Francisco, California, United States
15 San Francisco Landmarks You Must See

By Ann Chang

  • 15 landmarks
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Palm Springs, California, United States
15 Landmarks in Palm Springs, California, to Visit

By Alli Sewell

  • 15 landmarks
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Long Beach, California, United States
14 Long Beach Landmarks You Should Visit

By Alli Sewell

  • 14 landmarks
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Fresno, California, United States
15 Fresno Landmarks You Shouldn't Miss

By Gabrielle Tomei

  • 15 landmarks

California Things to Do

 
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Glasshouse facing a pond in a garden with colorful flowers and plants at night
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San Diego, California, United States
20 Things to Do in San Diego at Night

By Andrew Sayles

  • 20 things to do
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Bright blue water, a sandy shore, and a pier, with buildings in the background
A canal with boats on either side and houses and palm trees on the shore
Long Beach, California, United States
20 Free Things to Do in Long Beach, CA

By Alli Sewell

  • 20 things to do
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A white stone statue of a man next to the ocean
A white hotel building with a red roof next to a beach with palm trees
San Diego, California, United States
34 Unique Things to Do in San Diego, CA

By Alli Sewell

  • 34 things to do
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One of the fun things to do in Orange County at night is Dana Point Harbor
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California, United States
15 Fun Things to Do in Orange County at Night

By Loredana Gogoescu

  • 15 things to do
Sunset over a lighted wooden pier overlooking a calm beach
Dunes alongside a wooden stairway heading down to a sandy beach
The tide pools are one of the free things to do in Orange County, California
California, United States
25 Free Things to Do in Orange County, California

By Loredana Gogoescu

  • 25 things to do
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One of the fun things to do in San Francisco at night is going on an Alcatraz tour
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San Francisco, California, United States
34 Fun Things to Do in San Francisco at Night

By Alli Sewell

  • 34 things to do
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One of the fun things to do in Los Angeles at night is to walk down Rodeo Drive
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Los Angeles, California, United States
20 Fun Things to Do in Los Angeles at Night

By Loredana Gogoescu

  • 20 things to do

California Landmarks

 
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San Jose, California, United States
15 San Jose Landmarks You Should See

By Gabrielle Tomei

  • 15 landmarks
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Oakland, California, United States
15 Landmarks in Oakland to Visit

By Gabrielle Tomei

  • 15 landmarks
A tall rock formation with a waterfall with some greenery at the base on a sunny day
California, United States
30 Famous California Landmarks You Must See

By Lauren Kendrick

  • 30 landmarks
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Los Angeles, California, United States
15 Famous Los Angeles Landmarks You Must Visit

By Ann Chang

  • 15 landmarks
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San Diego, California, United States
15 Famous Landmarks in San Diego, California Not to Miss

By Ann Chang

  • 15 landmarks

California Date Ideas

 
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San Jose, California, United States
25 Fun Things to Do in San Jose for Couples

By Alli Sewell

  • 25 date ideas
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Fresno, California, United States
36 Fun Things to Do in Fresno for Couples

By Alli Sewell

  • 36 date ideas
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Riverside, California, United States
20 Fun Date Ideas in Riverside, CA

By Alli Sewell

  • 20 date ideas
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Oakland, California, United States
25 Fun Oakland Date Ideas to Wow Your Partner

By Alli Sewell

  • 25 date ideas
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Sacramento, California, United States
34 Fun Date Ideas in Sacramento, CA

By Alli Sewell

  • 34 date ideas
A lighthouse and buildings with palm trees, rocks, and the ocean in front of them
Long Beach, California, United States
35 Long Beach Date Ideas to Impress Your Other Half

By Alli Sewell

  • 35 date ideas
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Los Angeles, California, United States
35 Fun Los Angeles Date Ideas To Try at Least Once

By Alli Sewell

  • 35 date ideas
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San Francisco, California, United States
36 Fun San Francisco Date Ideas

By Alli Sewell

  • 36 date ideas
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San Diego, California, United States
35 Fun San Diego Date Ideas That Will Impress Your Partner

By Alli Sewell

  • 35 date ideas
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California, United States
35 Fun Date Ideas in Orange County, California

By Loredana Gogoescu

  • 35 date ideas

California Authors

Gabrielle Tomei William Stanto Ann Chang Andrew Sayles Sarah Hartness Lauren Rey Catrina Guenther Lauren Kendrick Alli Sewell Jonathan Davis Loredana Gogoescu Rebecca Low