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Compare 10 practical day trips from San Diego, including Coronado, North County, Julian, Anza-Borrego, Temecula, Dana Point and Laguna Beach with seasonal and family advice.
Compare California ski destinations for families and beginners, including Lake Tahoe, Mammoth and Big Bear, with lessons, lodging, winter roads, altitude and non-ski advice.
Three realistic 7-day California itineraries for Northern California, Southern California or a San Francisco-to-Los Angeles coastal road trip, with airport and driving advice.
A realistic 21-day California road trip covering San Francisco, Yosemite, Monterey, the Central Coast, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego with optional branches.
Compare 12 of the best California beach towns for families, couples, surfers, road trips and quieter coastal stays, from Santa Barbara and Laguna Beach to Mendocino.
Compare 10 California mountain towns by season and trip style, including Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Mammoth Lakes, Big Bear, Idyllwild, Bishop, Lone Pine and Mount Shasta.
A relaxed 5-day California wine-country road trip through Napa Valley, Sonoma, Healdsburg, Russian River, Anderson Valley and Mendocino with non-wine options.
A realistic 10-day California family road trip from San Francisco to Monterey, the Central Coast, Los Angeles and San Diego with age-based adjustments.
A practical Catalina Island family guide covering ferries, seasickness, Avalon hotels, beaches, golf carts and age-appropriate activities for toddlers, kids and teens.
A practical Monterey and Carmel family guide with the aquarium, Point Lobos, Carmel Beach, 17-Mile Drive, Big Sur decisions and age-based tips.