30 Things to Do in the Monterey Bay Area
The Monterey Bay area is one of my favorite parts of California. It’s a powerful combination of stunning natural beauty, wildlife, a charming small-town atmosphere,…
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All Aboard the Napa Wine Train: What Is It Like?
Looking for fun things to do in Napa Valley, California? The Napa Valley Wine Train is a great way to spend half a day…
How to Spend 5 Days in San Francisco with Kids
When I was a kid, I moved a lot. The longest that we stayed in one place was 3.5 years in Connecticut. My mom…
48 Hours in Truckee, CA
When something about Truckee appeared in my inbox earlier this fall, I didn’t know much beyond the fact that it must be pretty there–it sits at…
A Fall Must: Day Trip to Napa
You already know that I love California wine country, including the ridiculously beautiful Napa Valley. Every November, I take a day to head over…
Sandhill Cranes at Cosumnes River Preserve
This is a special time of year around here. One reason to celebrate the change in seasons is the arrival of birds for their…
7 Lesser-Known Northern California Museums
With all the things to see and experience in California — amazing nature, trends in food, and local craft beer and wine, for instance–it…
Airstreams: A love of vintage travel
Why Airstream trailers rekindle our love of slow family travel: Despite the long list of problems in California, it seems that few places inspire…
Where to See Historic Architecture in California
California has so much to offer the traveler: diverse food, craft beer, incredible wines, stunning natural beauty from top to bottom, bustling cities, and…
The Best Place to Travel with Kids in California?
Columbia State Historic Park in California’s Gold Country…could this be one of the best places to travel with kids in California? Columbia was developed…