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  • La Brea Tar Pits Museum mammoth model
    By Jack Hawkins 6 months ago

    The 5 Weirdest Tourist Attractions In Los Angeles, According To Reviews

    Los Angeles some of the weirdest attractions in all of California, but these have to be the five weirdest tourist destinations in the whole city.

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  • The interior of Canter's Delicatessen
    By Jenna Kelley 6 months ago

    The Iconic 24hr Los Angeles Deli With An 'Endless Menu' And Midnight Celebrity Sightings

    One of the most famous delis in Los Angeles offers visitors with an abundance of delicious menu items and the opportunity to see famous stars.

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  • Neptune's Net, Malibu CA
    By Lauren Kershner 6 months ago

    A Beachfront Malibu Seafood Shack Frequented By A-Listers Is A Historic Gem

    A long-loved favorite amongst locals, tourists, celebrities, and filmmakers, Neptune's Net is worth a visit on your next trek to the west coast.

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  • Devil's Slide Trail at sunset
    By Kristin Conard 6 months ago

    The Only Stretch Of California's Iconic Highway 1 Closed To Cars Has World-Class Coastline Views

    California's legendary Highway 1 has a stretch that's closed off to cars, presenting hikers with a spot that features beautiful views.

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  • Venice Canals lined with houses in Los Angeles, California
    By Lauren Kershner 6 months ago

    Los Angeles' 'Venice Of America' Is A Scenic Waterway With Colorful Homes For A Cool Escape

    Escape the bustling city of Los Angeles by strolling along the blissfully quiet canals and vibrant waterfront homes at the “Venice of America.”

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  • Looking up at the sky from crown of the Coit Tower
    By Jack Hawkins 6 months ago

    America's 'Third Most-Loved Building' Is A San Francisco Icon That's Free To Explore Under One Condition

    One of the most beloved buildings in the U.S. is a historical stunner offering incredible views. And, best of all, you can visit it without paying a cent.

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  • Wild Parrot eating blossoms
    By S. Flannagan 6 months ago

    This West Coast City's Wild Parrots Are An Unlikely Tourist Attraction With A Mysterious Origin Story

    While cities are concrete jungles, tropical birds aren’t often found in urban landscapes. But this West Coast metropolis houses an unexpected parrot population.

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  • Cars and other memorabilia on display at Valley Relics Museum
    By Sharon Kong Perring 6 months ago

    The One-Of-A-Kind Vibrant California Museum That Won A Coveted 'Best Of LA' Award

    You'll find plenty of museums in Southern California, but few offer a nostalgic blast from the past like this Los Angeles spot, given a "Best of LA" award.

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  • Watts Towers close up on clear day
    By S. Flannagan 6 months ago

    A Jaw-Dropping Sculpture Park In Los Angeles Is A Historic Hub For Social Justice

    This stunning site dates back generations and has become an important symbol in the Los Angeles area for those dedicated to social justice.

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  • salt flats at the Devil's Golf Course in Death Valley National Park
    By Anahid Akkam 6 months ago

    What Makes California's One-Of-A-Kind Devil's Golf Course 'Possibly The Wildest Place On Earth'

    Within Death Valley National Park in California is one of the wildest places on Earth with highly unusual terrain. It's known as "the Devil's golf course."

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  • Woman walks in nature at sunset in Fairfax, California.
    By Lilly Paltsev 6 months ago

    Escape San Francisco Crowds At A Nearby Eclectic Little Hilly Town Where Mountain Biking Was Born

    Outdoor enthusiasts who want a little history with their adventure should visit the Northern California town that's the birthplace of mountain biking.

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  • Calistoga, California's Old Faithful Geyser on a sunny day
    By Grae Gleason 6 months ago

    Find Small Town Charm At A City Hidden In California's Napa Valley Known For Hot Spring Serenity

    This California town treats visitors to luxurious stays with soaks in geothermal pools, views of nearby natural wonders, and a walkable downtown district.

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  • golf hole in one
    By Alex Lauzon 6 months ago

    Hit An Ace At These 5 Golf Courses With The Most Holes-In-One Across America

    Every golfer dreams of hitting a spectacular hole-in-one, and these five golf courses might be the best and most common places to make it happen.

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  • Sun shining through trees on a trail in a redwood forest
    By Sharon Kong Perring 6 months ago

    The National Park Service Only Issues Around 50 Permits A Day For This Secret California Redwood Hike

    In one California national park, an awe-inspiring hike through redwood forest is limited to just 50 visitors per day. Here's why the trek is so exclusive.

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  • Queen Mary docked in Long Beach, California
    By Jack Hawkins 6 months ago

    Stay At The Creepy California Hotel Called America's Most Haunted If You're Brave Enough

    A former WWII cruise ship in California is now a hotel that's brimming with paranormal activity, in addition to brunch, live music, and seasonal events.

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  • Palm trees and Urban Light in Los Angeles
    By Lauren Kershner 6 months ago

    One Of Los Angeles' 'Most Popular Landmarks' Is A Dazzling Artistic Forest Of Antique Lights

    Comprised of towering rows of historic lamp posts, the art installation is a glowing forest of light that embodies LA's classic and metropolitan beauty.

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  • Rainbow over the Trinity River in Northern California
    By Rene Bennett 6 months ago

    Watch For Bears And Bigfoot At This Hidden California Campground On Tribal Lands

    Take a camping trip in Northern California at this site on the Trinity River. Bring a fishing rod and tackle box to catch salmon and steelhead!

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  • Airport runway at Long Beach Airport in Southern California
    By Lauren Kershner 6 months ago

    'America's Coolest Airport' Is A Hidden Historic Gem Right In California

    When flying into sunny California, try to pass through this historic hidden gem of an airport that is considered the coolest in the United States.

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  • Birds at the Sonny Bono Salton Sea Wildlife Refuge
    By Kelley Dukat 6 months ago

    An Under-The-Radar Wildlife Refuge In California Is The Perfect Place For Hiking And Bird Watching

    If you love year-round outdoor activities like hiking and bird-watching, you'll need to check out this breathtaking California wildlife refuge.

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  • Cottage overlooking Mendocino waters at sunset
    By Kelley Dukat 6 months ago

    California's Coast Hides This New England-Style Beach Town With Ancient Redwoods And Cottages

    Hidden on California's coast, this quaint New England–style beach town is a gorgeous getaway and offers premiere access to the nearby redwoods.

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  • Elephant seals at Piedras Blancas Rookery in California
    By Jenna Busch 6 months ago

    'One Of The Best Wildlife Experiences' In California Offers Free And Up Close Views Of Giant Seals

    California’s coast is filled with stunning sandy beaches and marine attractions, and this destination offers amazing views of enormous elephant seals.

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  • A fossil at the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
    By Leslie Veliz 6 months ago

    Los Angeles' 'Smelliest Experience' Is A Truly Unique Fossil Museum And Massive Tar Pit

    A smelly tar pit in the middle of LA? 3.5 million fossils from the Ice Age? A Pleistocene garden? If all that ignites your curiosity, visit this unique museum.

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  • Aerial view of Buellton, California
    By Leslie Veliz 6 months ago

    Find America's 'Best-Hidden Artisanal Eateries' At An Unsung California City With Year-Round Sunshine

    Foodies will love this bucolic town on the Central Coast. Visitors can experience restaurants, wine, horseback riding, and a botanic garden.

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  • Panoramic aerial view of PGA West golf course surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains in California
    By Kira Reinke 6 months ago

    A Newly Restored California Golf Club Will Host A Major Tournament Complete With Big-Name Concerts

    Golf pros and aficionados must visit this refurbished California golf course in January 2025 to see a famous tournament that also features esteemed musicians.

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  • A family rides a stagecoach at Columbia State Historic Park
    By Mina Elwell 6 months ago

    A California Gold Rush Town Is A State Historic Park With Saloons And An Old-Fashioned Candy Store

    This historic California Gold Rush town feels frozen in time, and it warmly welcomes visitors to explore its shops, take a carriage ride, or pan for gold.

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  • Sunset at Pebble Beach Golf Links
    By Atika Shubert 6 months ago

    Pebble Beach's 'Other' Golf Course Is An Affordable Hidden Gem Designed By Tiger Woods

    Play golf on a course designed by Tiger Woods. This nine-hole course is friendly for newcomers and much more affordable than the neighboring Pebble Beach.

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  • Children's Fairyland in Oakland
    By Angelique Brenes 6 months ago

    California's Unique Fairyland Is A Magical Amusement Park Where Kid's Favorite Stories Come To Life

    Sure, Disneyland is great, but this magical amusement park is even older, and at a far more affordable price point that will have you saying "Mickey who?"

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