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San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco on a clear day, with the iconic red structure spanning across the blue waters of the bay

How to experience the Golden Gate Bridge (+ best viewpoints!)

Beautiful bright pink flowering plants, cherry blossom trees and an tea house roof seen in the distance

My visit to the Japanese Tea Garden in Golden Gate Park

Historic grey Dutch windmill with a beautiful flowering garden in front and several people admiring the tulip blooms in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco

Golden Gate Park: Top 9 things to do (+ tips for visiting)

This image shows Pier 39 in San Francisco, featuring a lively scene with colorful shops and restaurants along the pier. The foreground includes tourists walking and enjoying the attractions, while the background displays the shops

Top 23 Things to Do in San Francisco for First-time Visitors

Big Bus Hop On Hop Off bus loading passengers in San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf stop

Is Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tour Worth it in San Francisco?

San Francisco Bay Cruise going near the Golden Gate Bridge

Taking a San Francisco Bay Cruise: Tour options and Tips

Close up of the base of group of three redwood tree trunks

Visiting Muir Woods from San Francisco: Ways to get there and what to do

Panoramic view from Grimes Point in Big Sur, California, showcasing the dramatic cliffs and foggy coastline

25 Best Weekend Getaways from San Francisco Bay Area

Red colored Gate Bridge with blue ocean and sky

Ultimate 7 days in San Francisco Itinerary (with options for 10 days)

Views of red Golden Gate Bridge and blue ocean

How to Spend One Day in San Francisco (for First-Timers)

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco on a clear day, with the iconic red structure spanning across the blue waters of the bay

My epic 3 days in San Francisco Itinerary (by a local!)

Green Presidio Tunnel Tops park space with Golden Gate Bridge and bay views in the background

How many days in San Francisco do you need? (for a first visit)

Little Italy intersection in North Beach neighborhood in San Francisco. The crosswalk is painted in stipes of Italy's flag colors of red, white and green.

North Beach: Top 11 things to do in San Francisco’s Little Italy neighborhood

Coit Tower in San Francisco - a light grey colored concrete cylindrical building

Coit Tower in San Francisco: Visit for epic views and historic murals

Famous Legs statue above Piedmont Boutique

Haight-Ashbury: Top 10 things to do and see in San Francisco’s hippie neighborhood

Green Presidio Tunnel Tops park space with Golden Gate Bridge and bay views in the background

Presidio Tunnel Tops: San Francisco’s new park with stunning views

Home to Hollywood glitz and glamor, theme parks and beaches

Los Angeles

A Sign that reads 'Venice' hanging over a crosswalk intersection

Where To Stay In Los Angeles For The First Time? – Best Areas and Neighborhoods

View of Avalon Bay and Catalina Casino on Catalina Island

Fun Day Trip to Catalina Island: Itinerary and Things to do

Boardwalk at Shoreline Village in Long Beach

One Day in Long Beach: Itinerary and Things to do

Pier with Ferris wheel and rides above a sandy beach in Santa Monica which is one of the best beaches in Los Angeles

15 Best Beaches in Los Angeles (that are family-friendly!)

A beautiful coastal city with a laid back vibe, historical and cultural attractions, and beaches

San Diego

A wide sandy beach with ocean views and a pier in the distance

Top 19 Things to Do in San Diego for First-time Visitors

View of the pool area and ocean from our hotel room in Pacific Beach

Where to stay in San Diego: Best Areas and Hotels

A bright orange and green trolley bus and a sign that reads Old Town San Diego

Old Town San Diego: Top 8 Things to do in this historic neighborhood

A wide paved walkway at Mission Beach and Boardwalk in San Diego

2 days in San Diego Itinerary: Perfect for sightseeing!