Escapes

La Jolla Cove in San Diego is one of the best beaches in the country, per a new list from Tripadvisor. The small sandy beach is encircled by rugged sandstone cliffs and outcroppings, which makes for calm waters, especi...

Smithsonian Magazine recently recognized Pacific Grove, California, as one of the best small towns to visit in the U.S. in 2025. From its renowned monarch butterfly overwintering sanctuary to the West Coast’s oldest co...

Tucked off the this idyllic town feels worlds away from the mainland. With its colorful hillside homes, palm-lined promenades, and harbor views, it gives off serious Mediterranean vibes. Life moves slower here, cars...

Borrego Springs is the only town in California—and perhaps in the whole United States—completely surrounded by a state park. Its distinctive setting within Anza-Borrego Desert State Park offers exceptionally dark skies...

San Diego's Balboa Park attracts over 14 million visitors every single year who come to visit the world-famous , explore over 65 miles of , and tap into a compelling history dating back to 1868. At 1,200 acres, the reno...

Despite its small size, this charming village, famous for its storybook could easily fit inside Central Park or even Beverly Hills’ Triangle district. But don’t let its tiny footprint fool you. What it lacks in square...

While usually means sunshine, heat, and that doesn’t mean these activities we love are limited to the Sometimes, a quick inland escape to the mountains gives us the same vibe, but with calm, crystal-clear, and refres...

Idyllwild, California is a tiny, unincorporated community in the San Jacinto Mountains. It sits at an elevation of about one mile, providing direct access to expansive pine , hiking and biking trails, and dramatic rock...

is synonymous with salty breezes, sandy toes, and epic along the coast. Whether it’s pitching a tent by the ocean, hiking beneath redwoods, or simply soaking in the sun with friends, the state’s natural beauty offers...

Oh, summer! The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the heat just keeps climbing, making a refreshing splash the only thing on everyone’s mind. But what if cooling off could be even more fun? Imagine beating the...