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California 1-Day Itineraries and Travel Tips

California 24-hour itineraries and other travel tips, including San Diego, San Francisco, Napa, and Santa Barbara travel guides plus more California destination inspiration for day trips and more.

Local’s Guide to the Best Hidden Gems in San Diego, California

June 3, 2021 By Gina
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The Best Hidden Gems in San Diego | 8 Secret Spots to Discover on Your Next Trip to San Diego, California

8 Hidden Gems to Find in San Diego Written By a Local San Diego is well-known for a lot of things. That world famous zoo, miles of spectacular beaches, and a vibrant surf culture come to mind. But if you get even a little bit off-the-beaten path, there are all kinds of … [Read more...]

8 Epic Ideas for a Fabulous Girls Weekend in San Diego

April 27, 2021 By Gina
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8 Epic Ideas for a Fabulous Girls Weekend in San Diego

Local's Top Picks for Perfect San Diego Girls Getaway San Diego is known for surf, sand, and sunshine. It also has world-class restaurants, some of the best craft breweries in the US, and incredible resorts perfect for a girls weekend in San Diego. I lived in San Diego … [Read more...]

5 Best Girl Getaways in California: Where to Go for Fun and Relaxation

January 19, 2023 By Gina
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Girl Getaways in California

Local's Guide to the Best Places in California for a Girls Weekend (or Longer!) It’s been a crazy year, made harder by the fact that we couldn’t always lean on our friends in person. If you are more than ready to say goodbye to the zoom happy hours and have some bonding … [Read more...]

One Day in San Francisco: Top Things to Do if Short on Time

December 13, 2022 By Gina
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View of Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco while driving across

Ultimate Guide for the Best Things to See and Do in San Francisco in 24 Hours One of my absolute favorite U.S. cities is San Francisco, California and it's well worth a visit even if it's just a day trip to San Francisco -- which I did numerous times back when I lived in San … [Read more...]

Ultimate Guide to 24 Hours in San Diego

November 16, 2022 By Gina
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Things to Do in San Diego

How to Spend One Day in San Diego + Extra Things to Do if You Have More Time San Diego attracts visitors from all over the world for its beauty, warm weather, world-class beaches and attractions, dynamic craft beer scene, and terrific restaurants. It's the perfect place to … [Read more...]

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