Visitors from all over the world know about California's top attractions, from Disneyland to Yosemite. But the Golden State is chock-full of must-see destinations, from the world-famous to the hidden gems.
High Sierra, Shasta Cascade
From the north side of Lake Tahoe at Kings Beach, take State 267 (North Shore Road) out of the Tahoe... more...
Central Valley, Gold Country, Shasta Cascade
From Sacramento, head north on State 99 past one of the world’s tiniest mountain ranges, the S... more...
Orange County
Take an eco-conscious walk, ride, and glide on the wild side. Hike wetlands reserves, whoop down Spa... more...
San Diego
Trip time: 2-3 days When people think San Diego County, they think beach. But not far from ... more...
San Francisco Bay Area
Trip Time: 1-2 Days The tens of thousands of African Americans who came to the Bay Area in the 19... more...
Los Angeles
Trip time: 2-3 days Pasadena has long been an enclave of fine dining, shopping, and pretty street... more...
Trip Time: 1-2 days Though more resort town than urban neighborhood, Rancho Bernardo is officia... more...
Trip Time: 1-2 days Escondido means hidden in Spanish. But it's a great destinati... more...
Trip time: 1-2 days Within an hour of Rancho Bernardo discover San Diego’s wilder side by b... more...
If you ask Americans which city has the best weather, San Diego’s blue skies and gentle Medite... more...