Is Napa old news? Hardly. That doesn’t mean you can’t get your fill (literally) in a neighboring wine region boasting far less crowds and equal beauty. The secret may be out, however. A new report claims one of California’s most beautiful fall getaways is on pace for a record year, and that’s even after news …

Condè Nast has long been more than a monthly magazine filler in your mailbox — these travel experts generally know what they’re hyping up. Their latest list of must-visit destinations showcasing America’s ’31 Most Beautiful Towns’ only includes a single California destination. Can you believe it? We at Travel Off Path think California is one …

As a decade-long California resident, I can attest that LA isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. The latest tourism statistics speak for themselves — you don’t need me to write a hit piece on one of America’s most iconic destinations, but it’s certainly my least favorite major city in the States (unless Albuquerque counts). …

As one of America’s largest states, California is home to some of the country’s biggest icons and, conversely, some tight-lipped secrets. Whether it be fairytale beach towns, lush state parks, or major cities somehow flying under the radar, there’s no denying California’s appeal for all types of travelers. As a 10-year “Golden State” resident, there’s one city …

With LA tourism numbers dropping like flies and much of the Golden State ready to dent your wallet, it should be no surprise that one often overlooked city is surging due to affordability, less crowded beaches, and a recent glow-up drawing in more visitors like moths to a flame. Sandwiched between LA and Orange County …

Tired of the same-o, same-o vacations? Me too. Right now, many Americans’ favorite beach getaway (Cancun) is blanketed with seaweed, with water reminiscent of the Tijuana River. Not exactly paradise, right? Problems like these give travelers the chance to open their eyes to new possibilities; that’s when we discover the magic of travel rather than following the …

California and savings don’t often belong in the same sentence. Take it from me, a San Diego resident who bought an electric car to avoid California’s notoriously high fuel prices, only to double my electric bill, which costs more than my previous gas expenses from the clunker I traded in. Go figure. For travelers, though, …

Napa may be deemed the G.O.A.T. for American wine country, but there are plenty of less crowded and more authentic experiences than, say, Napa’s cheesy wine train and touristy prices. In fact, Napa was named the most expensive U.S. destination in 2018 and has found itself playing hopscotch on the same list ever since. While …

As I’ve already driven around San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles this spring, I couldn’t help but notice hundreds of Arizona license plates invading our roadways. And that means one thing — the unofficial kickoff to tourism season. Woo. 😑 Californians love where they live; I’m certainly not complaining. But come spring and summer, …

Step aside, Tahoe! There’s another NorCal lake hideaway with fewer crowds, unbounded nature, and no snooty vibes — a place where you won’t find thousand-dollar millionaires trying to outdo each other. In fact, this region of California leans more on the Boho spectrum where tie-dye shirts are commonplace, #vanlife likely outpaces the real estate market, …

As two of California’s most iconic cities find themselves in a self-induced dual of “which city is worse?”, one unheard-of itsy bitsy town has essentially been crowned the Golden State’s new tourism hotspot overnight. We’ve also seen images of the famous Golden Gate Bridge and Hollywood sign, but nowadays, all news outlets show are filthy …

Napa Valley is one of the most renowned wine destinations in the world. As such, prices are often driven up given high demand. All it takes is a little bit of digging to discover California is teeming with wineries from San Diego to the Oregon border. Napa may be a huge draw, but sleeping on …