30 Fun Things to Do in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is part of the culture here in Northern California. It’s the place where people escape the summer heat, ski on the weekends, and…
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5 Amazing Yosemite Hikes with Kids
Talk to any parent of a young child, and they’ll tell you that “hiking” with a 4-year-old is just about impossible. This means that…
A Family Vacation in Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is one of Northern California’s treasures, but despite living in California for 20 years, we don’t get there often enough. Knowing…
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…
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…
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…
Big Sur Road Trip on Highway 1
“I had forgotten how beautiful this place is,” I find myself saying to a new friend during our Big Sur road trip on…
The Perfect Day Trip to Point Reyes
Point Reyes National Seashore is a place that still brings out awe in residents of Northern California. We recognize that it’s a special place,…
17 Budget Travel Tips for Napa Valley, California
The name Napa Valley creates romantic visions of rolling hills, endless vines, rustic architecture, and deep red wines, but for most people, it…