The best things to do in San Francisco can easily fill a week, but you can hit all the classics in a weekend if you plan it right. The city packs a lot into a small space. Iconic landmarks, steep hills with a view around every corner, incredible food, and day trips...
California Halloween destinations run from big theme park parties to coastal pumpkin festivals to historic towns that lean all the way into spooky season. You don’t have to fly across the country for a great fall trip. Some of the best of it is right here in the...
Bowman Lake Northern California is one of those places you know about before anyone puts it on a list. Before we had kids, my husband Illya and I used to make the drive up in his Chevy blazer, rattling over that rough rock road past Bowman on the way up to Sawmill...
We live in Penn Valley, about fifteen minutes from the South Yuba River. We moved up here in 2005, and Bridgeport was one of the first places we took our kids. Twenty years later, I still get the same question from friends visiting Nevada County every summer. Where do...
If you’re dreaming of a California adventure, this California bucket list will help you plan an unforgettable road trip or vacation. The Golden State is incredibly diverse, so deciding where to go can feel overwhelming. You might wake up in the mountains, drive...
If you’re searching for things to do in Grass Valley, you’ll notice how the town encourages you to slow down. From the historic beauty of Empire Mine to the walkable streets and small-town character, every corner invites you to wander. There is no need to rush. Since...
