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Welcome to My California Travels!

Hi there! My name is Anu, and I live in the San Francisco Bay Area in Northern California.

I have been a California resident for 20+ years, and I feel fortunate to call this beautiful place my home. This is where I have raised my family. My kids were born here and they are now teens.

I have traveled extensively with my family and friends to most destinations in California.

From the urban vibe of San Francisco and Los Angeles, to the scenic trails of our national parks like Yosemite and Sequoia, and charming coastal towns like Monterey and Pismo Beach, I cannot get enough of California’s diverse landscape. 

I am passionate about exploring my home state and obsessed with travel research.

Follow me as I share my experiences, itineraries, and travel tips to inspire your next California adventure!

My Northern California Travels

I live in Northern California, so most places are only within 3 of hour’s drive for me and ideal for weekend getaways. My Northern California travels so far:

  • San Francisco (I live here!)
  • Muir Woods
  • Yosemite National Park (One of my favorite getaway places in California)
  • Lake Tahoe (One of my favorite getaway places in California)
  • Redwood National and State Parks
  • Sausalito
  • Santa Cruz
  • Bodega Bay
  • Mendocino
  • Fort Bragg
  • Napa
  • Sonoma
  • Shasta Lake
  • Lassen Volcanic National Park
  • Mt Shasta
  • Leggett
  • Point Reyes
Couple posing at a vista point with red Golden Gate Bridge and blue ocean in the background
Girl posing at Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park

My Central California Travels

Girl sitting on a rock wall and admiring the scenery at Death Valley National Park
Girl sitting on a bench on a creek trail at San Luis Obispo

Central California is often overlooked by visitors coming to California, but as locals, we love to explore the hidden gems of Central California. They make great weekend getaways from Northern California! My Central California travels so far:

  • Monterey
  • Carmel
  • Point Lobos State Park
  • Big Sur
  • Pinnacles National Park
  • Death Valley National Park
  • Paso Robles, Sensorio Field of Lights
  • San Luis Obispo
  • Morro Bay
  • Pismo Beach
  • Avila Beach
  • Santa Barbara

My Southern California Travels

I love taking mini vacations to explore Southern California, Los Angeles, San Diego, and the surrounding area. We go to Disneyland and Universal Studios in Los Angeles almost every year! I am always amazed by the beautiful beaches of Southern California. My Central California travels so far:

  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego
  • Palm Springs
  • Long Beach
  • Catalina Island
  • Channel Islands National Park
  • Huntington Beach
  • Anaheim
  • Disneyland
  • Hollywood and Universal Studios
Couple posing at a scenic location at sunset time
Girl standing on a boardwalk with ocean behind her

My California Favorites

  • Favorite City: San Francisco, Santa Barbara
  • Favorite Landmark: Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
  • Favorite National Park: Yosemite
  • Favorite lake town: Lake Tahoe
  • Favorite coastal town: Monterey
  • Favorite theme park: Disneyland
  • Favorite road trip: San Francisco to Los Angeles
  • Favorite hikes so far: Fern Canyon in Redwoods, Bear Gulch Cave Trail in Pinnacles (during Spring)
  • Favorite scenic drive: Driving in Big Sur, Avenue of Giants

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