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, …

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 …

Despite being able to zoom through the skies at breakneck speed, slow travel is making a comeback. And by ‘slow travel’, of course I mean trains. Taking a page out of Europe’s and Asia’s playbook, the U.S. has been teasing more train routes and bullet trains for years, but even the train routes already in …

Did you know there was a “San Francisco” before San Francisco? It’s true. Back in the early 1800s, way before Amazon Prime, businessman John Jacob Astor wanted to capitalize on the thriving fur trading market and founded the first official West Coast city. This Oregon hideaway is located along what remains a beautiful bayside town …

When you think of planning an unforgettable trip to Southern California, the desert may not be at the top of your mind. You’re probably thinking Los Angeles, San Diego, or perhaps some sleepy beach towns along Orange County’s pristine coastline. But there’s one oasis 2 hours from San Diego that doesn’t get enough hype. Well, …

California is teeming with delightful beach towns, from San Diego’s scenic shores to NorCal’s underrated gems hugging the Oregon state line. But there’s one coastal getaway oozing European vibes with fairytale streets and eye-popping architecture. We all love to wander the main strips anywhere new, but here, it provides a unique atmosphere unlike anywhere else …

From top to bottom, the West Coast is beaming with iconic cities to small-town splendor with the likes of Bellingham, one of America’s trendiest fall destinations, all the way down to sunny San Diego. Uncovering every hidden gem from California to Washington is a near impossible task, but sandwiched between these 2 states lies highly underrated …

There’s something magical permeating through the crisp autumn air in Northern California that magnetizes us toward “wine country”. Of course, when we think of NorCal and wine, Napa Valley is the first destination to come to mind. But did you know Napa is like a pea in a pod compared to a lesser-known region just …

The Golden State is a great place to vacation, but oftentimes splurging on a trip will break the bank. Take it from someone who lives here – it’s not just vacations; every day life can make your bank statement squirm. While Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the top dogs in California, they’re …

They say the West Coast is the best coast and I will back up that claim any day of the week. I may have been born and raised in Texas, but some of the best years of my life have been spent in California. I’m not going to sugarcoat the frustrations of living here, but …

Happy belated birthday to Alaska Airlines Flight Pass! In celebration of their first year, the birthday gift is actually given to new users with a 20 percent off sale going on now! Last year, this major U.S. airline launched a monthly “Flight Pass” for routes on the West Coast. It has been such a hit that Alaska …

There are several amazing, dreamy islands located off the coasts of the United States. Whether you’re looking for a tropical getaway or whale watching in the pacific northwest, here are the top 7 islands off the west coast that are perfect for your next vacation. 1. Catalina Island This is a great option for a …