
As your summer tan fades, you may feel a little sad as the peak travel season ends. But fall in California is a fantastic time for a weekend getaway. It’s not just about the fall foliage in the mountains and forests – the coastal fog goes away so that the beaches are sunnier, wineries and farms are harvesting their crops, and the overcrowded destinations are a little less crowded. It’s the secret season for local travel.

Take a Sparkling Wine Tour of Napa Valley
Napa Valley boasts plenty of refreshing sparkling wine producers to fill a weekend tour dedicated to the bubbly ... Read more

Eat Your Way Through Wine Country
The restaurants in the wine country north of San Francisco have more than their share of Michelin stars and other ... Read more

Travel Back to the Lost World in Fern Canyon
With ferns cascading down canyon walls and towering redwood trees nearby, it's no wonder that the magnificent Fern Canyon in ... Read more

Hike Through Redwoods and Relax on the Beach in West Marin
On this trip, you'll strike a balance between activity and relaxation while doing it all in a beautiful natural setting ... Read more

Discover Quirky Fun in the Central Valley
Discover the quirky side of the Central Valley by touring a remarkable underground home and garden in Fresno and visiting ... Read more

Go Deep on a Gold Country Cavern Tour
Many people think of places above the surface when they think of Northern California's natural beauty. However, you can dig ... Read more