California’s golden stretch of land offers an unbeatable mix of vibrant cities, tranquil wilderness, and coastal gems. The best part? So many destinations are within driving distance for a perfect ...

In winter, San Luis Obispo County offers a warm beach and a monarch grove as well as approachable wineries and the kitschy ...

If you're looking for beautiful spots in California where you don't need a vehicle to get around, these towns are a great ...

Growing up, I always dreamed about road trips in California: cruising through quaint seaside towns and watching the waves crash against the cliffs. When I finally ended up doing it, I realized that no ...

El Camino Real, aka the “Royal Road," links 21 historic missions up and down the coast of California Along the route, travelers can visit wineries, national and state parks, picturesque beaches, and ...

From the rolling hills of Santa Barbara wine country to the winding mountain roads in Big Bear, these road trips offer a summer escape without the plane ticket. Given its diverse terrain, iconic ...

Travel + Leisure named three California road trips among the best in the US. 17-Mile Drive ranked for ocean views, wildlife and access to Pebble Beach. Silverado Trail and Pacific Coast route praised ...

The Pacific Coast Highway has always held a mythic pull on me. I grew up listening to stories about its wild cliffs and ocean views from my aunt, who drove it solo in the early ’90s and came back ...

Diana Crandall is a deputy editor of automation at Forbes Marketplace. With a master's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in marketing, she combines ...