A notorious prison in California’s San Francisco Bay is on everyone’s bucket list and it is one of the top U.S. attractions. Tickets sell out months in advance, especially for its night tour, which feels like a movie set from…
This gem in Northern California boasts fewer crowds than the national parks of Southern California. Like the more southerly Sequoia or Yosemite, Lassen Volcanic National Park is known for its majestic mountain scenery covered in evergreens. Lassen Park is actually…
The U.S. offers spectacular scenery and the best way to see it is by its highways and byways. From the coffee-growing coast of Hawaii to the Atlantic waters of Maine, travelers can see the epic scenery of the U.S. From…
Straddling the border of Nevada and California, Lake Tahoe is a top lake destination in the U.S. Centered around outdoor fun, it is a year-round destination. Mountain biking, hiking and water activities are tops for summertime. After exploring Lake Tahoe…
Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in the U.S., offering several quaint towns to explore along its shores. On the northern side of Lake Tahoe, Incline Village is one of the largest communities in the Lake Tahoe Basin. From…
California is a top vacation destination for families; travelers flock for a wide array of activities, both outdoor and indoor. Families can see world-class museums and then splash at the beach in the afternoon. They can visit a national park…
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect some of the largest trees in the world. The epic Sequoia trees are located in both parks, and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking, camping and…
From the beach to the desert to the mountains, eight national parks are a road trip away from LA. Parkgoers can enjoy nature’s serenity, from the towering trees of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the tide pools of the Pacific…
A beach day is on many a summer bucket list. From the warm sun to the soothing waves, a day at the beach soothes people. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the U.S. features 100,000 miles of coastline. …
Located in the Santa Ynez Valley and an easy trip from Southern California, Solvang offers a quaint small town to explore with Danish roots. With traditional Old World architecture along with Danish food and festivals, paired with the best of…
From San Diego to Santa Barbara, California beaches come in all sizes and specialties. Some offer animal watching, some beaches are best for water sports, and others don’t even have sand. Beachgoers can make sand castles, fly kites, sit in…
As California’s state capitol, Sacramento offers lots of attractions, some with a bit of the Old West Flavor. From swaggering into old Sacramento to its railroad museum, visitors can learn about Sacramento’s history. With two different rivers in the area…