Northern California

Pretty Glen Ellen has a population that hovers around just 1000 souls. Nevertheless, this peaceful Sonoma town offers those who want off the beaten track plenty of opportunities to eat, drink, and de-stress. And you couldn't ask for a more picturesque place to do so. Hospitable locals welcome you … [Read more...]

There are many pretty parts of northern Napa Valley to visit and explore. Calistoga could well be considered the cream of the crop. Home to several of California's top spas, retreats, and wineries, Calistoga makes a perfect day trip or weekend getaway destination. Calistoga Natural Hot … [Read more...]

California's past still lives in Jamestown 1897 State Historic Park, from the architecture of its buildings along Main Street to Railtown, a state park that has preserved a still-functioning steam locomotive repair and maintenance facility, portions of which date back as far as 1897. Formerly a … [Read more...]

There are not too many places in California where you can visit a lake and be the only person there. Owens Lake near Lone Pine is an exception. This once 12-mile long, 8-mile vast body of water was all but drained when the Owens River was diverted into the Los Angeles Aqueduct in 1913. Before … [Read more...]

Situated on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay and is famous for being the oldest campus of the University of California system. Berkeley is home to an exciting mix of college students, locals, and tourists. In just a single day trip, visitors can shop the many unique shops on Fourth Street, … [Read more...]

Jelly Belly Factory Tour Jelly Belly Candy Factory Tour is a fun day for kids and adults. The forty-minute tour is free, and in the end, you get a free sample bag of candy. During the tour, you will see the world-famous candy manufactured. Tours are free. Redwood Valley Steam Train The … [Read more...]

The Eastern California Museum is a must-stop for travelers passing through the Owens Valley along Highway 395. Located in Independence, this fantastic museum displays historic artifacts and photographs from the Eastern Sierra and Death Valley to Mono Lake. Visitors to the museum will find a … [Read more...]

Only a 45-minute ride from San Francisco, Mount Tamalpais State Park rises from Marin County's heart as one of the Bay Area's most breathtaking jewels. From its many trails that meander through sweeping hillsides shrouded with chaparral-covered ridges, grasslands, and oak woodlands, visitors can … [Read more...]

Located in the heart of Sonoma County, Santa Rosa is the perfect destination for farm-fresh food, handcrafted beer, wine, and all things artisan. Just 55 miles north of San Francisco, the city hosts several farmer’s markets, a thriving music scene, various museums, and plenty of outdoor … [Read more...]

Located on the Pacific Ocean in the city's southwest corner, the San Francisco Zoo features an abundance of exotic wildlife exhibits from around the world nestled amid mature Monterey cypress and eucalyptus trees. Opened in the 1920s, the zoo has come a long way in recent years. And houses more … [Read more...]

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