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!
Eat Oysters at Their Freshest in Tomales Bay
You know the old saying: You should only eat oysters during months with an "r" in the name. While modern ... Read more
Find the Best Tacos on the Stockton Taco Trail
Going on the Stockton Taco Trail and visiting museums and cultural centers is the perfect weekend getaway if you're a foodie and ... Read more
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
Watch the Elephant Seals at Año Nuevo
Imagine seeing two-ton marine mammals with big noses battling it out on the beach. During the breeding season, watch the ... Read more