Dream trips tend to form around places that promise variety, beauty, and a sense of scale that feels larger than everyday ...

California always seemed like a dream; a golden land of beaches, giant trees and those picture-perfect roads that seem to stretch endlessly into the horizon. I’d meet travelers who had surfed in Santa ...

These winter sledding destinations in California make it easy for families to enjoy snow play, tubing, and gentle slopes ...

Coastal escapes like Carmel-by-the-Sea and Carpinteria charm with their ocean views and easygoing vibes. Healdsburg and Lodi are ideal for wine lovers looking for tasting rooms and vineyard views.

Every time California comes to mind, so do its iconic landscapes: the towering redwoods along the coast, and the awe-inspiring glacial valleys carved deep into the Sierra Nevada. Redwood and Yosemite ...

Whether you’re a full-time nomad or a once-a-year vacationer, every special travel memory begins with one essential question: where to? This year, the team at CNN Travel hopes to answer not only the ...