Santa Barbara is one of those places that is great all year round! Summer is the most popular time to visit, but Santa Barbara in winter might just be my favorite.

An ideal Santa Barbara day trip includes visiting some of the main attractions, eating at some of the best restaurants, and ending the day with an ocean sunset!

Palm Springs in summer is HOT. Despite the intense heat, Palm Springs in summer is a unique trip I recommend experiencing at least once!

Capitola is a tiny, adorable seaside town with a town center, gorgeous beach, and incredible restaurants. Despite its small size, there are still many things to do in Capitola!

The ultimate guide to things to do, what to wear, the best time to visit, and what's blooming at Filoli Historic House and Gardens in the San Francisco Bay Area.

There are a variety of unique sights to see in Death Valley, from salt flats to colorful dirt deposits.

There are tons of things to do in and around the Bay Area, and many of them are an easy day trip! These are the best places to take a day trip and things to do in each place.

Sausalito is a town on the bay just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. It’s charming, a bit upscale, and gorgeous.

One of my favorite hidden gems in Northern California is the town of Felton. It’s a small town tucked into the redwoods with an incredible railroad camp from the 1800s!

San Mateo is a lovely town with a Japanese Tea Garden, great restaurants, and a nice downtown. It’s a great spot for a day trip!

Just a dozen miles north of Santa Cruz is the hidden gem Davenport, California. It’s an incredible coastal city with jaw-dropping beaches and small-town vibes.

Yosemite is one of the most magnificent places I have ever been. I feel incredibly lucky to live close enough to pull off a day trip! Visiting during a pandemic is slightly different than an ordinary time.