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.
Just a few hours south of San Francisco sits a rarely discussed natural wonder. While California is well known for its sun-soaked beaches, rolling vineyards, and iconic palm trees, the oceanfront dunes are e a lesser-kn...
Point Reyes is known for its breathtaking coastline, beautiful parks, and overall stunning scenery. While Point Reyes is a great destination for some nature walks and hikes, we recommend you add a charming meadery to yo...
We’re always looking for hidden gems, and this bar takes that name literally. The cozy bar is tucked away among the redwoods, and you can only get there via a vintage train. The Glen Blair Bar is nestled among the...
A luxury overnight train ride between San Francisco and LA could soon become a reality. A Newport-based startup called Dreamstar Lines has big dreams for the future of railway travel in California, and it looks like the...
A winter storm is heading for the Lake Tahoe area, with up to 12 feet of snow expected to fall. The Lake Tahoe area has a blizzard warning in place starting on February 29 through March 3rd at 10 am. The forecast predic...
There are plenty of celebrity-owned restaurants, but one restaurant near the Bay Area was recently ranked one of the best celebrity-owned restaurants in the United States. According to a study done by Q.R. Code Generato...
No car? No problem! Lucky for us, the SF Bay Area is a great starting point for some of the most scenic journeys on the West Coast, at an even more affordable price thanks to Amtrak’s California Rail Pass. Whether...
Big Sur is one of California’s most spectacular natural wonders. Driving the winding ocean-side road is iconic for a reason. From stunning bluffs and rolling hills to beautiful beaches, it’s a must-visit if...
California is filled with iconic, diverse scenery from giant redwoods, stunning mountains, and its famous coastlines. One unique and often scenic way to see the state is by train, and Amtrak offers a rail pass ideal for...
Yosemite is beautiful all year round, but it looks particularly magical with a dusting of snow. The many trees and staggering cliffs make for quite a picturesque scene in the winter. Yosemite had recent snowfall in the...