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Source: Unsplash / Cameron Venti California is well known for its beaches and national parks. However, waterfalls are also a popular destination considering how refreshing the cold water and shade can be during those hot summer months in California. And if you go after a rainy season or a good snow […]
Source: Unsplash / Jack Finnigan California is known as the Golden State, a name that was given because it attracted tens of thousands of people in the gold rush in 1849. The state is not only one of the largest states in the US but also the most populous one. Located […]
Source: Flickr / Trace Rouda | Public Domain ‘California here we come, right back where we started from…’ If you grew up watching THE OC (Orange County) or you are currently binging it on Netflix, you are likely humming the song right now. The song stirs deep emotions […]
Source: Flickr / two21 | CC BY-SA 2.0 Known as the ‘Happiest City in America’ San Luis Obispo (or simply SLO) is a city on California’s central coast that is blessed with 315 days of sunshine a year. Names after Mission Saint Luis Obispo, the fifth of its kind in […]
Source: Flickr / Owen Allen | CC BY 2.0 California is an ideal place for the existence of water parks, thanks to its warm climate, as it is perfect for this type of leisure. In each park there is always an area prepared for the little ones and another for adults, […]
Source: Unsplash / Grant Porter That California is a wonderful place we already know. But California goes far beyond big cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. We have listed 25 charming towns, which come out of the traditional itinerary and that you cannot miss. In addition to the excitement and glamor […]
Source: Unsplash / George Cox California has a temperate climate and even though there are some very large forests, a good part of the state is made of dessert which is why California’s lakes are so attractive and important. Many of them are in fact man-made reservoirs and dams that help […]
Source: Flickr / Dirk DBQ | CC BY 2.0 California has many cities and tourist spots to be known, but its beaches are really incredible and considered the main tourist attractions there. The beaches of California attract people from all over the world. The highlights include sunbathe on golden sand beaches, […]
Source: Unsplash / MontyLov Among the countless options of beautiful places available in the US, living in California is still one of the most popular alternatives. Located on the American West Coast, California brings together beautiful cities with countless attractions for different lifestyles. Besides a pleasant climate all year round, with […]
Source: Flickr / Charlie Nguyen | CC BY 2.0 Berkeley is home to UC Berkeley, one of the finest academic institutions in the world so it is no surprise that it is often referred to as the ‘Athens of the West’. Over the years, the city has served as a hub […]
Source: Pexels / Taryn Elliott If you intend on going on a romantic getaway with your significant other while enjoying a scenario of paradisiacal beaches, where nature is lush, a good bet is California. There, you will also find vineyards and incredible coastal cities. With its unique style, California is the […]
Source: Flickr / Tristan Loper | CC BY-SA 2.0 There is no shortage of luxury shopping destinations in California, but if you are looking for vintage treasures, great bargains on second-hand products, and truly original artwork, there are a handful of local flea markets that you should explore. Besides offering a lively […]
Source: Unsplash / Aran Mtnez If you are looking for hotels and one-of-a-kind accommodations in California, this article is for you. We list below the coolest, different, famous, and glamorous resorts on the American West Coast. A tip that is excellent when searching is to filter by neighborhood or even region and […]
Source: Unsplash / Carlos Bastias Located in Western Los Angeles County, Malibu is nicknamed “the Bu” by locals and surfers drawn to the pristine beaches that surround the city. There is a reason behind the ‘21 miles of scenic beauty’ signs proudly hung up around the city. While it is more commonly […]
Source: Flickr / kei51 | CC BY 2.0 Solvang is a charming Danish city located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, in California. Close to Santa Barbara, Solvang is a quick and mandatory stop for anyone making the Pacific Coast Highway by car. European-style wooden buildings with old mills welcome visitors to […]
Source: Flickr / Chuck Abbe | CC BY 2.0 Bakersfield, California, is most known as the “country music capital of the West”. The city gained this title as a result of welcoming many Dust Bowl refugees and being the home of many country singers including Merle Haggard and Buck Owens. Located in […]
Source: Flickr / Jorge | CC BY 2.0 Pasadena, known colloquially as the City of Roses, Crown City, and Rose Town, may not possess the glamour that Hollywood is known for the world over; however, it still shines at the heart of the San Gabriel Valley, providing plenty of things to […]
Source: Flickr / Sharon Hahn Darlin | CC BY 2.0 Santa Rosa, which is Spanish for “Saint Rose”, is a small town in Northern California, located just an hour north of San Francisco. Being Sonoma County’s largest commerce hub, it still has a cozy feel and is known for its rich […]
Source: Wikimedia / Qwerty510 | Public Domain Riverside may only be the 12th largest city in California, but its role in the state’s economic boom is something that cannot be ignored. Located 50 miles (80 km) east of Downtown Los Angeles within the Inland Empire region, it’s a destination that many […]