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  • Vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley
    By Jenna Kelley 5 months ago

    California's 'New Napa' Is An Underrated Wine Paradise Brimming With Charming Towns And Diverse Sips

    If you're tired of Napa Valley, head to California's most underrated wine region, a Southern delight that's been called the "new Napa" by some.

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  • Boyden Cave sunlit stone formation
    By Richard Milner 5 months ago

    A Spectacular Cavern Tour Is Your Reward At The End Of A Waterfall Road Trip Through California's Kings Canyon

    After taking a winding road near Kings Canyon National Park in California, visitors are treated to a striking waterfall and an impressive cavern tour.

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  • Blooming poppy flowers on hills
    By Audrey Enjoli 5 months ago

    This California Neighborhood Is A High Desert Refuge With Blooming Hills And Family-Friendly Fun

    You don't have to be in the middle of nowhere to enjoy California's desert beauty, as evidenced in this family-friendly refuge with vibrant, colorful hills.

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  • High mountains rise above the rugged Gaviota Coast in California
    By Joseph Richard Francis 5 months ago

    California's Wildly Underrated Coastline Offers Serene Beaches And Parks With Incredible Wildlife

    Discover this hidden coastal gem where mountains crash into the Pacific, creating protected beaches perfect for swimming and wildlife watching.

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  • Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs on California's Route 66.
    By Desiree Koh 5 months ago

    Between LA And Las Vegas, California's Route 66 Semi-Ghost Town With A Quirky Movie History Is Coming Back To Life

    Along iconic Route 66, between LA and Las Vegas, is a ghost-town-like destination that has an odd movie history. Today, the stop is seeing a revival.

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  • Forests and granite peaks in the iconic Yosemite Valley of California
    By Joseph Richard Francis 5 months ago

    The State With The Most National Parks Is Filled With Scenic Beaches, Rolling Mountains, And Endless Charm

    One state dominates America's national park scene with nine incredible destinations spanning mountains, beaches, forests, and otherworldly deserts.

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  • Chairs in the river at Big Sur River Inn
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    Big Sur California's Uniquely Charming Rustic Inn Lets You Sip Cocktails With Your Feet In A Babbling Brook

    The beauty of Big Sur meets quaint charm at this rustic inn nested among trees alongside a creek where you can dip your feet while sipping cocktails.

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  • An aerial view of San Marcos, California
    By David Jenison 5 months ago

    Set Between LA And San Diego Is California's Affordable Retiree Haven With Stunning Views And Activities

    This affordable city is a convenient distance from both LA and San Diego, and is an excellent place in California to retire. Here's what you need to know.

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  • Street entrance to the Brea Gateway shopping center
    By Arpita Adhya 5 months ago

    A Once-Blighted LA Suburb Moved Its Downtown To Create A Thriving, Walkable District Full Of Shops And Eateries

    This California city has reinvented its downtown core into a refreshingly walkable hub with historic details, diverse flavors, festivals, and unique shops.

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  • Aerial view of the New Bullards Bar Reservoir and Tahoe National Forest in California
    By Annette Richmond 5 months ago

    Northern California's Secret Reservoir Is A Caribbean-Blue Haven With Idyllic Hiking, Fishing, And Camping

    Northern California is an oasis for outdoor adventures, and we recommend checking out this underrated reservoir to get out into nature!

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  • Warm Springs Creek Bridge at Lake Sonoma
    By David Jenison 5 months ago

    Nestled In California's Sonoma Wine Country Is A Shimmering Lake Escape With Hilltop Hiking And Camping

    This beautiful lake in the middle of Northern California's Sonoma wine country is one of the best places to camp, hike, and enjoy stargazing at night.

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  • Woman walking on the side of The Invisible House
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    This Surreal 'Invisible' Joshua Tree Home Is An Eco-Luxe California Retreat For Stargazing And Stillness

    The Invisible House in Joshua Tree is the ultimate luxe desert escape, with a 100-foot swimming pool, spacious mirrored design, and clear skies for stargazing.

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  • People enjoying water sports on the Russian River in Guerneville, California
    By Dana Cape 5 months ago

    Northern California's Stylish New Riverfront Tent Resort In Wine Country Is Like Luxury Summer Camp For Adults

    A nostalgic getaway with upscale summer camp vibes offers luxurious, cozy tents among NorCal’s towering redwoods and a chic pool to lounge the day away.

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  • White Point Park with Catalina Island in the background
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    California's Hot Springs In San Pedro Offer Abandoned Hotel Ruins, Beachfront Beauty, And Recreation

    Hidden along California's coast lie the ruins of a forgotten wellness retreat where healing waters once drew countless hoping for miraculous cures.

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  • Boats docked in Eureka, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    One Of California's Most Affordable Towns To Retire Is A Coastal Gem With Walkable Streets And Redwoods

    This charming Northern California destination offers Victorian architecture, ancient forests, and affordable living just hours from major cities.

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  • Rows of grapevines in the Clarksburg wine region
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    Just Outside Of Sacramento Is California's Wildly Underrated Wine Region With Incredible Vineyards And Sips

    This tiny California wine region offers everything Napa has — award-winning vintages, scenic tastings, and gourmet food — minus the tourist hordes.

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  • Huge sequoias at the Calaveras Big Trees State Park
    By Joseph Richard Francis 5 months ago

    California's Underrated Sequoia Tree State Park Hides In The Sierra Nevada Mountains To Swim, Camp, And Hike

    Sequoias are some of the most bewilderingly beautiful trees on the planet. And here in this state park, there are thousands of them to wander beneath.

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  • Surfer catching waves on Pismo Beach, California
    By Lois Mackenzie 5 months ago

    This Old School California Coastal Town Has Sensational Beaches, Antique Storefronts, And Farm-Fresh Feasts

    Enjoy sunny days on the California coast in this vintage town with amazing beaches, antique storefronts, and Michelin-rated restaurants serving farm-fresh food.

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  • A lake ringed by mountains and trees at sunset at Lassen Volcanic National Park
    By Sam Scott 5 months ago

    California's Most Underrated National Park Is A Volcano Gem Blending Lake Views And Renowned Fishing And Hiking

    Featuring 60 volcanoes and plenty of hydrothermal features within its borders, this national park is as explosively beautiful as any other in the country.

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  • Palm trees lining a street in Costa Mesa, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    California's 'City Of The Arts' Is A Vibrant College Gem Hidden In The Famed Orange County With World-Class Shops

    Discover Orange County's artistic haven where classic Broadway shows, world-class museums, and luxury shopping create the perfect creative escape.

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  • Riverview of Stockton, California
    By Arpita Adhya 5 months ago

    Sandwiched Between Modesto And Sacramento Is California's Affordable Riverside Hub With Murals, Markets, & Trails

    Free arts events, stunning public murals, over 70 trails, and farmers markets galore are just few of the things you'll find in this affordable California city.

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  • Shops along Main Street in Nevada City, CA
    By Lauren Kershner 5 months ago

    Nestled Deep Within California's Gold Country Is A Twin-City Artist Haven With The Oldest Theater In The State

    These two historic towns in the California mountains offer a thriving arts scene, vintage shopping, and the state's oldest continuously operating theater.

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  • A winding road leading to Thousand Oaks, California
    By Jack Clayton 5 months ago

    One Of The Country's Greenest Cities Is An Underrated California Paradise Full Of Culture Near Los Angeles

    This hidden gem of a city is one of the greenest in the United States and is full of scenic hikes and culture. Plus, it's about an hour from Los Angeles.

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  • Long road leading to Mount Shasta, California, surrounded by forests
    By Sophie Dunne 5 months ago

    One Of California's Active Volcanoes Is Surrounded By A Vast Wilderness Offering Immaculate Backcountry Camping

    Whether you're prefer leisurely glamping or roughing it backcountry way up along the timberline, unwind in nature at this stunning California peak.

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  • panoramic view of Fern Grotto Beach at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz California
    By Bridget Gleeson 5 months ago

    This Secluded California Beach Invites Exploration With Fern-Covered Grottoes And Tide Pools

    Get the best of both worlds with this Cali beach location that is surrounded by greenery.

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  • Bucks Lake on a sunny day through the trees
    By Kate Mothes 5 months ago

    Skip Tahoe Crowds For California's Pristine Lake With Sandy Beaches, Camping, Fishing, And Kayaking

    Adventurers who value privacy will thrive in this 14-mile stretch of shoreline in California. Secluded, it's perfect for water sports and woodland exploring.

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  • Panorama of Olmsted Point, off Tioga Pass Road in Yosemite National Park, California, United States. Clouds Rest is on the left, Half Dome is on the right and Tenaya Canyon between them.
    By Jamie Ditaranto 5 months ago

    The Legendary 'Bermuda Triangle Of Yosemite' Has Stunning Canyon Views Only The Most Skilled Hikers See

    Yosemite's most challenging hike has earned a story-filled nickname, and the dangers are very real. These views are only for the most talented of explorers.

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