California: Cities and Regions

San Francisco One of the most diverse cities in the United States (hence its numerous distinct neighborhoods) San Francisco shines as the jewel of California with it’s pristine coastline, historic architecture, and progressive sensibility. See our San Francisco Travel Guide

Los Angeles As the frontier of the American Dream, laid-back Los Angeles allows you to be a pampered star, an earnest culture vulture, a die-hard foodie, and anything else your heart desires. Plan your perfect L.A. vacation with our exclusive recommendations and tips. See our Los Angeles Travel Guide

San Diego With world-class cultural events, a hip downtown scene, and numerous outdoor options, no other California locale offers big city tastes coupled with such a laid-back beach vibe like San Diego. See our San Diego Travel Guide

Napa Valley Because Napa Valley is only 35 miles long, you can easily travel from one end to the other in about half an hour. Most of the major wineries are located along Highway 29, which runs the entire length of the valley and provides access to all towns and destinations on this list. See our Napa Valley Travel Guide

Sonoma A picturesque slice of California Wine Country, Sonoma offers over 40 wineries, spectacular outdoor activities, numerous towns to explore, and a laid-back rural charm that distinguishes it from the trendier and more crowded Napa Valley. See our Sonoma Travel Guide

Redwood State Park Thirty-seven miles of Northern California coastline fall under the protective jurisdiction of Redwood State Park, named in honor of the gargantuan, 300-plus-foot trees that grace the territory. Campers, picnickers, hikers, and the merely awe-struck are equally welcome on the grounds.

Lake Tahoe Nestled among the Sierra Nevada's 10,000-foot peaks, North America's highest and largest alpine lake straddles California and Nevada and ranks as the country's second-deepest swimming hole. Indeed, the lake merits its indigenous Washoe name – Tahoe, or for "Lake of the Sky." See our Lake Tahoe Travel Guide

Disneyland Inaugurated under the Southern California sun in the summer of 1955, The Happiest Place on Earth is still the country’s premier family destination. See our Disneyland Travel Guide

Yosemite A World Heritage Site since 1984, Yosemite’s 1,200 square miles in the central Sierra Nevada of California support a stunning collection of habitats – from alpine rock to foothill chaparral – which, in turn, shelters hundreds of animal species including yellow-bellied marmots, mountain lions, and bighorn sheep. Over 3.5 million visitors come yearly to admire the bubbling geysers, granite cliffs, waterfalls, and wildlife that put this spectacular park on the map.