Winter Travel

The Complete Guide to Seeing the Firefall in Yosemite (2022 Update)

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Firefall cascading over the granite cliffs in Yosemite NP

Yosemite Valley is known for its grandeur, the ultimate escape into the natural beauty within one of the most iconic national parks on Earth. From the glacially carved granite monoliths to the alpine meadows abound with wildlife, the Yosemite Valley is 3,800 acres of awe-inspiring views of wonder. Hikers and rock climbers alike venture across … Read more The Complete Guide to Seeing the Firefall in Yosemite (2022 Update)

30 Useful Things to Know Before Visiting Yosemite in Winter & Best Things to Do

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Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada Mountains is a beautiful place to visit no matter the time of year, and a winter getaway to Yosemite is no exception. From high alpine hiking to amazing scenery, Yosemite is a dream come true for outdoor-loving people, and it’s not a surprise that Yosemite figures high on … Read more 30 Useful Things to Know Before Visiting Yosemite in Winter & Best Things to Do

Winter in California: 17 Phemenonal Winter Destinations

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Festive decorations, snowy mountain peaks, and winter wildlife: contrary to popular belief, winter in California is a real thing. Depending on where you are in the state, winter may mean feet of snow or it may mean slightly cooler temperatures and chilly nights. It’s as varied as you get! I’ve gathered this list of awesome … Read more Winter in California: 17 Phemenonal Winter Destinations

17 Fun Things to Do in Sonoma in Winter

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Sonoma County is beautiful any time of year, but personally, I love winter in Sonoma.  When I was living in New York or abroad, Christmas was always the time I’d come home and visit my family in Sonoma.  As a result, I have tons of wonderful memories of spending winters in Sonoma County near the … Read more 17 Fun Things to Do in Sonoma in Winter

17 Wine-terful Things to Do in Napa in Winter

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mustard flowers in napa vineyard on a hill in winter in napa

Napa Valley is a beauty any time of year, but personally, I’m an extra big fan of Napa in the winter. The wineries get dolled up all festive for the holidays, fireplaces are roaring, and the Cabernet — delicious all year round — hits just a little bit more satisfyingly. If you’re wondering if it’s … Read more 17 Wine-terful Things to Do in Napa in Winter

5 Spectacular Yosemite Winter Hikes for All Levels

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hiking in yosemite in winter with beautiful waterfalls and snow on the ground and a peaceful creek

Get out of your winter blues and into the magic of Yosemite! While world-renowned Yosemite is typically a sought-after summer camping destination, there’s a special magic to its frost-covered hikes in the winter months. The scent of pine and freshly-brewed coffee in a Thermos swirling with the morning winter fog on a hike around a … Read more 5 Spectacular Yosemite Winter Hikes for All Levels

Christmas in California: 15 Festive Destinations to Get in the Holiday Spirit

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If you’re looking for a unique way to spend Christmas in California, you’re spoiled for choice.  While many people think of California as a land of golden sand and eternal sun, Californians know we’re spoiled for way more choice than just that! Christmas in California can look any type of way: a snowshoeing adventure through … Read more Christmas in California: 15 Festive Destinations to Get in the Holiday Spirit

Celebrating Christmas in Santa Barbara: 9 Fun Events & Activities (2021)

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Christmas in Santa Barbara is a special time! There are very few places that are as beautiful as Santa Barbara at any time of year, but Christmas is always an even more spectacular time to visit Santa Barbara. With average highs of 65 degrees during the month of December, and only a handful of days … Read more Celebrating Christmas in Santa Barbara: 9 Fun Events & Activities (2021)

Christmas in San Diego: 13 Events & Fun Things to Do this Holiday Season!

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Photo credit: Port of San Diego via Flickr

San Diego is a beautiful location to visit at any time of the year — and San Diego at Christmas is extra wonderful! While the sunny beaches of San Diego may not automatically make you think of Christmas time, you will find that San Diego offers a lot of great activities in the Christmas season. … Read more Christmas in San Diego: 13 Events & Fun Things to Do this Holiday Season!

The 21 Best Places for Snow in California

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Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, snow in California was an event, not something that simply happened each winter. Occasionally, it would snow on nearby Mt. Diablo in the East Bay, and we (and virtually every other family in the area) would drive up to the top of the mountain to enjoy some rare snow play close … Read more The 21 Best Places for Snow in California