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5 Summer Disneyland Survival Tips
If you’re headed to Anaheim soon, here are a few quick tips for surviving the summertime heat and crowds at the Happiest Place on Earth.

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7 Small Town Escapes Just Outside the City
These towns may look tiny next to major metropolitan areas, but their history, culture, and access to the outdoors make them stand out.

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Santa Barbara’s Hottest Eats
Santa Barbara’s food scene is sizzling. Get a taste of the city's newest and most innovative dishes at these top spots.

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4 Summer Day Trips from Lake Tahoe
These easy Lake Tahoe excursions let you swap the lake's lapping shore for scenic roads and unexpected watering holes elsewhere.

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A Trip to Your Roots
Genealogy-inspired trips combine the search for a personal relationship to the past with a traditional vacation.

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Best National Park Road Trips
We’ve assembled a year-round trip guide to celebrate the National Park Service.

The Latest

Best Hip Mini Golf Courses in the West

If your idea of golf involves windmills, candy-colored balls, and snacks, you’ll love these creative mini golf courses around...
Best National Park Road Trips

We’ve assembled a year-round trip guide to celebrate the National Park Service.
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Scenic Spots for Outdoor Dining in the West

Warm summer days and long nights call for outdoor dining as often as possible.
Free Things to Do in Your Favorite California Cities

You don’t have to break your budget to enjoy the Golden State’s vibrant destination cities.
8 Iconic Movie Locations to Visit in the West

From Lady Bird to La La Land, Vertigo to The Goonies, experience some Hollywood magic at these real film locations throughout...

Where to Next?

Discover exciting places to visit in the West and beyond.

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Oregon & Idaho »

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Montana, Wyoming & Alaska »

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Rest of the United States »

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International »

Road Trips

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Grand Canyon: Day & Night

There are amazing views by day, but be sure to stay for the night sky.

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Woodland, California: Strolling Through History

In the quaint Northern California town of Woodland, history is ever present and always on display.

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Utah Glorious Fall Color: An RV Road Trip

A family of four, in one RV, visits five Southern Utah national parks in glorious autumn.

Destinations

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A Beach of Gems Near Fort Bragg

Just north of Fort Bragg, the ocean has polished a shore's worth of old bottles and broken ceramics into a rainbow of luminou...

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Circling the Four Corners

Road trip through the Southwest to discover its awesome beauty.

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Favorite Urban Parks in the Pacific Northwest

Via readers share six of their favorite urban parks in the Pacific Northwest.

Food & Drink

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Top Wineries in Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana

An abundance of wineries in Colorado, Wyoming, and Montana showcase a diverse array of flavors of the region.

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Artisanal Cheesemakers You Can Visit

Make a trip to one of these artisanal cheesemakers.

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Maui's 9 Must-Eat Sensational Dishes

From macadamia-banana pancakes to bento boxes, Maui's Upcountry features some of Hawaii's best culinary treats.

Outdoors

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7 Must-Do Summer Activities in Yosemite

Explore the best parts of Yosemite with this list of must-do summertime activities.

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Where the Joshua Trees Grow

This road trip through the Southern California desert winds through two national parks, sand dunes, and even a ghost town.

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Houseboating on Lake Havasu, Arizona

This is the perfect venue for houseboating.

Blog

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5 Events Hotter Than Phoenix and Las Vegas Temps

Outsmart the desert’s outdoor inferno this summer at an event that’s arguably hotter than the Southwest’s triple digit temper...

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10 Things to Do in Golden Gate Park

A sprawling urban oasis, Golden Gate Park is filled with trails, museums, historic sites, and even a few bison.

How To

How to Save a Beach

Our beaches and oceans have a big plastic problem.

AAA Tips

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Traveling in Warm Climates

Five ways to stay cool, comfortable, hydrated, and rested when traveling in warm climates.

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How To Plan a Foreign Road Trip

AAA offers tips for taking a road trip abroad.

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Packing Tips for Variable Weather

Pack smart when the weather at your travel destination is going to be fickle.