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  • Wild Parrot eating blossoms
    By S. Flannagan 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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 11 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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  • Aeriel view of historic downtown Benicia
    By Nate Gesar 11 months ago

    In Between San Francisco And Napa Is Boutique-Filled Port City Called The 'Jewel Of The Bay Area'

    North of Berkeley is a port city that served as the capital of California in the mid-19th century. History buffs will love this bit of Golden State history.

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  • Woman overlooking Los Angeles area
    By Kelley Dukat 11 months ago

    An Under-The-Radar California Canyon Offers Scenic Vistas, And A Strange History

    There are interesting and beautiful things to see all over California, inclucing this under-the-radar canyon that offers scenic vistas and a strange history.

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  • The Original Farmers Market in Los Angeles, CA
    By Leslie Veliz 11 months ago

    One Of Los Angeles' Oldest Tourist Attractions Is Its Quirky, Historic, And Favored Farmers' Market

    Whether you are a local or a visitor to Los Angeles, foodies love this 90-year-old market. It is full of restaurants, cafes, sweet treats, and other shopping.

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  • Lining up a shot on a mini-golf course
    By Jonathan Houston 11 months ago

    One Of America's Largest Mini-Golf Resorts Transforms Into A Holiday-Themed Wonderland In California

    Visiting a theme park for the holidays is a magical experience, but if you want to avoid the crowds and the hit to your wallet, visit this mini-golf resort.

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  • Woman at a hotel with her bags near an airport
    By Mark LoProto 11 months ago

    The Convenient California Airport Hotel With Rave Reviews And Luxurious Accommodations

    Whether you have an overnight layover or prefer to stay close to the airport on vacation, this luxurious California hotel boasts amazing traveler reviews.

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  • Hand touching a stack of tamales
    By Danielle Robles 11 months ago

    The Best Places In Los Angeles To Get Holiday Tamales

    In Los Angeles, nothing says "winter holidays" quite like tamales. Here are our favorite local restaurants serving tamales, just in time for Christmas.

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