Santa Barbara is certainly no secret, but there are still many gorgeous gems lining the coast and stretching into wine country that still go unnoticed. Whether you’re squeezing in a late spring getaway before summer shores see a sea of crowds, or prefer to kick back in a town you’ve never heard of with a …

Even though the bright lights of Hollywood have dimmed in terms of tourism, Los Angeles’s sprawling area of beautiful beach towns and mountain hideaways is still one of the most desirable places in California. That said, as enticing as it may be to tick off all the locales you’ve seen in the movies from your …

Ever ‘wanna getaway’ like a Southwest commercial? We all have at one point, but time isn’t always on our side to make use of our passport. Here at Travel Off Path, we love finding the ultimate loopholes that make you feel like you’re on another continent without the dreaded long-haul flight. In California, many opt …

Finally! It’s the best time of year to visit San Diego. Labor Day put a cap on tourist season. Out-of-state license plates are nowhere in sight, the weather is still warm, and now the beaches are only filled with locals unwinding after a busy summer. As a seasoned San Diegan myself, one thing has become …

We at Travel Off Path reported on one of the best idyllic escapes from San Francisco’s bustle a few months back, peeling back the curtain for the charming urban island of Alameda. Since then, more travel experts (not as insightful, of course 😜) have crowned another San Francisco ‘burb as California’s top getaway. Lying north …

We’re fully in the swing of summer now, but American Airlines is already prepping us for an exciting new fall escape. Serving as both a Central California dupe to avoid Napa’s crowds and a stunningly beautiful coastline too often overlooked for your next beach vacation, it’s quite a shock to discover American hasn’t flown here …

Say goodbye to Lake Tahoe, Big Bear, and jam-packed National Parks this summer, and say hello to California’s alpine hideaways for a tranquil vacation amongst the Golden State’s untouched landscapes. With the exception of a handful of popular lake towns, most summer vacationers obviously seek out California’s paradisal shores from San Diego to the Oregon …

Are you ready to give San Francisco another shot? I just did. After well-documented crime waves went viral in the once mega-popular city filled with iconic attractions, many travelers have since looked at San Fran side-eyed, wondering if it’s safe to visit. And rightfully so — a city where many locals in recent years have …

The beach may be calling your name this winter, but what about discovering a side of California you may not know exists? While Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego tend to steal the spotlight, you’d be surprised how many charming small towns there are tucked away from the hustle and bustle of major cities. …

Northern California may not be home to as many sunny beaches as its southern equivalent, but it’s still home to some gorgeous scenery and memorable, one-of-a-kind things to do. If you’re looking to plan a trip to northern California this year, here are 8 off the beaten path things to do. 1. Visit The California …