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.
There’s nothing quite like visiting a quaint coastal village for a temporary reprieve from our day-to-day hassle. The Bay Area is dotted with numerous peaceful waterfront escapes as close as a…...
Big Sur is one of California’s most spectacular natural wonders, and any drive down that stretch of Highway 1 is truly a sight to behold. One of its lesser-known elements is Calla Lily Valley at…...
Every year from mid to late February, for a few fleeting moments, if the conditions are exactly right, the Horsetail waterfalls illuminate into a spectacular orange spectrum, as the water reflects the setting sun. For t...
Happy 2023, San Francisco! The National Parks Service has announced a new lineup of free entrance days to over 400 national parks around the country, and now’s the time to put them on your calendar. Save money on...
There’s a legendary ice rink just north of San Francisco! Snoopy’s Home Ice (AKA the Redwood Empire Ice Arena) is a must, whether you’re a kid looking to get their skate on or an adult wishing for some...
Lake Tahoe is a delight in the summer but shines just as bright in the wintertime. Winter has arrived in Tahoe and the ski mountains are quickly reopening. Whether you’re visiting for a ski/snowboarding weekend, a...
‘Tis the season! The Napa Valley Wine Train is rolling out some spectacular holiday journey packages that will make your 2022 celebrations absolutely unforgettable. Think holiday feasts, Santa visits, and more! Th...
Travel + Leisure recently released their list of the best college towns and cities in the US, and Berkeley is the only California city to make the cut! The magazine references Berkeley’s “energized activist...
Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds (1963), starring Tippi Hedren and Rod Taylor, is the famous director’s first horror film and perhaps one of the most industry-defining films in history. It was filmed just up the...
One of California’s most iconic hidden gems is the tiny beach town of Capitola in Santa Cruz County. It’s best known for Capitola Village, a quaint neighborhood of multicolored homes, hole-in-the-wall shops...