Big Sur is a must-visit on a California road trip itinerary!

The Ultimate 2 Week California Road Trip Itinerary (Coast, Desert, and Mountains!)

Considering a California road trip? Planning a California road trip itinerary can be challenging and exhilarating at the same time, because the state is so vast, diverse, and jaw-dropping beautiful. Our 2 week California road trip itinerary takes you through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Golden State, from the rugged cliffs of Big Sur to the granite … Read More

Epic California Road Trips

11 Epic California Road Trips for Your Golden State Itinerary!

There’s no two ways about it: California is made for road trips! And these 11 unforgettable California road trips will help you experience the very best of the Golden State. Roadtripping the California Coast from San Francisco to LA. Traversing the Eastern Sierra on a Highway 395 road trip. Enjoying the stark beauty of the Southern California deserts on a … Read More

Conway Summit in October in California

California in October: 17 Best Places to Visit for a Fabulous Fall Getaway!

California in October is a vacationer’s dream. Whether you are looking for leaf-peeping spots or you want to enjoy fall festivals and Halloween events, you’ll be spoiled for choice in the Golden State! With pleasant weather across much of the state, October is a great time to be outdoors exploring in California. Except for the SoCal deserts, daytime temperatures are … Read More

Conway Summit in the Eastern Sierra is one of the best spots for California fall colors!

California Fall Colors: 12 Amazing Places to Visit!

Planning a California fall colors trip? You can see colorful fall foliage in California in many places, and it’s a wonderful time to visit the Golden State, especially if you plan a road trip. While you may not associate California, known for its beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, and tall palms, with fall leaf-peeping, California is actually blessed with a long … Read More

California poppies bloom in the spring

California in April: 17 Best Places to Visit for a Spring Vacation (2026 Guide!)

California in April is simply breathtaking. The Golden State is gorgeous any time of year, but in our opinion, spring is the best time to enjoy the best of California’s renowned natural beauty. California’s hills, which are a dry tawny color for most of the year, turn a beautiful bright green in the spring, following rainy winter months. Wildflower displays … Read More

The Best State Parks in California

25 Stunning California State Parks You Must Visit (+ Map!)

California’s state parks are wonderful places to experience the Golden State’s scenic beauty and history. If you are planning a visit to the state, you’ll definitely want to look into weaving in a few of the best California state parks into your itinerary. Scattered all over the state, and running the gamut from coasts and forests to lakes, deserts, and … Read More

The Nine Incredible National Parks in California (Top Things to Do + Tips for Visiting!)

There are more national parks in California than in any other state in the United States. And together, the nine California national parks offer one of the greatest wilderness aggregations on the planet. If you are a nature lover, a landscape photographer, or an outdoors enthusiast, you will definitely want to put California’s national parks on your bucket list. From … Read More

Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular California weekend getaways.

23 Essential California Weekend Getaways (+ Where to Stay!)

Looking for the most iconic California weekend getaways? There are many, many more places in California for weekend escapes than you can hope to get on a list. The Golden State is full of fun things to do, no matter where you choose to go: desert, redwood forests, mountains, or coast. But if you are looking to visit some of … Read More

Joshua Tree National Park is one of the places you can visit on an LA to Vegas drive.

LA to Vegas Drive: 4 Epic Road Trip Route Ideas (+ Best Stops)!

Planning an LA to Vegas drive? A Los Angeles to Las Vegas road trip can be done via one of multiple routes, and we’ve picked four epic itineraries to share in this article, with descriptions of the best stops on each drive. Anchored by two of the most vibrant cities in the western United States, the road trip between Los … Read More

Big Sur in one of California's most scenic drives

25+ Most Beautiful Scenic Drives in California!

Looking for the best scenic drives in California? You will be spoiled for choice, because there are so many spectacular drives all over the Golden State: in national parks, along the coast, and in the desert and mountains. Whether you are looking for a short drive to enjoy the beautiful weather and the bounties of nature near your base in … Read More