Though we love San Francisco, there’s nothing wrong with a weekend getaway! Find some of our favorite nearby destinations, day trips, and hidden gems that are just a quick trip outside of the city.
A few hours from San Francisco sits one of the oldest, deepest, and richest gold mines in the world, dating back to the California Gold Rush. Once a massive mine that was in operation until the 1950s, it is now a histor...
Lava Beds National Monument is an unbelievable landscape spanning 46,000 acres in Northern California. It comprises an intricate network of more than 800 caves created by ancient volcanic eruptions, plus fascinating rem...
Recently, the prestigious Michelin Guide has added a new distinction to mirror its iconic star ratings for the best restaurants in the world. are similar to awards for exceptionally great hotels, and 3 Keys is the high...
California is filled with beautiful hotels, ranging from secluded hideaways to luxurious city oases. The , known as one of the most prestigious arbiters of the and restaurants, recently debuted its list of the most be...
San Francisco is filled with many historic buildings, but if you venture out of the city a few hours, you can find even more historic gems, including one of the oldest hotels in the state. Nestled in the , it has over a...
Tucked away in a small, scenic sits a whimsical, pink that has been turned into a charming getaway. The home is affectionately referred to as "The Pink Lady," and the recent owners have aptly renamed it The Pinc. The...
Thomas Dambo is well known for his whimsical sculptures that look like they stepped right out of a fantasy story. Dambo recently installed large, whimsical troll sculptures just 30 minutes from San Francisco, tucked awa...
Murphys, California is a historic small town in Calaveras County, located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. The town originated as a humble camp during the and is now renowned for its wine tasting, beautifully pre...
Every year, Condé Nast Traveler compiles a list of the best hotels in the world, as decided by their readers. The eclectic list includes from around the world, from the remote Fogo Island Inn in Newfoundland, Canada, t...
While California's can be hard to find, it can also be very rewarding if you know where to go. And word on the street is that Bishop, California is the best destination to see brilliant fall colors reminiscent of New E...