San Jose
Even in the heart of Silicon Valley, people need a break from their screens and electronic devices. Fortunately, there are lots of options and variety for a getaway, from the urban pleasures of San Francisco to the north, to the beautiful wilderness of Yosemite to the east, to the laid-back beach towns to the south, and everything in between.

Visit the Rural Paradise of Capay Valley
Capay Valley in Yolo County is a rural tourism hub with stunning landscapes and exciting things to see and do ... Read more

Commune with the Wildlife in Elkhorn Slough
Have you ever had one of those weeks where you've had enough of crowds and people? A weekend getaway to ... Read more

Get Away to Sea Ranch and Gualala
A hundred miles up the coast from San Francisco, but a world away, are the secluded communities of Sea Ranch ... Read more

Retreat to the Remote Central Coast in Cambria
Halfway between the big cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco, you'll find the peaceful town of Cambria with its ... Read more

Go Glamping at Safari West in Santa Rosa
Can't fly half a world away to go on a safari? No problem! Safari West in Santa Rosa has you covered. This ... 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