While it’s tempting to hunker down at home during the colder months, California offers plenty of reasons to get out of the house during the winter for a getaway. The season starts off in a festive mood as destinations celebrate the holidays in their own unique way. In midwinter, the snow-covered Sierra mountains provide opportunities to play outside. And despite what you might expect, nature is abundant in the form of sandhill cranes, migrating whales, elephant seals, and early spring blossoms. ‘Tis the season for weekend getaways!
Learn Photography at the Ansel Adams Gallery in Yosemite
Experience Yosemite from behind a lens by learning photography at the Ansel Adams Gallery and bring home your own iconic ... Read more
Bring Your Camera for Mustard Season in Napa
Do you need a break from winter gloom? Brighten your mood by visiting Napa Valley during the mustard season, when ... Read more
Celebrate Spring by Visiting the Fresno Blossom Trail
Usher in spring by viewing the breathtaking blooms along the Fresno Blossom Trail ... Read more
Explore Fascinating Museums in Golden Gate Park
Visit the world-class museums in Golden Gate Park when you need a getaway that isn't dependent on the weather ... Read more
Laugh and Skate with Charlie Brown and Snoopy in Santa Rosa
If you grew up with Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts characters, you're in for a treat ... Read more
Tour the Cheese Trail in Marin and Sonoma
California is the country's largest milk producer, so it's no surprise that it has some fantastic cheese. If you love ... Read more
