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The destinations that make California unforgettable.
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From foggy Mendocino headlands to surf-town Encinitas, these are the California coastal towns worth planning a trip around, with what to do, when to go and practical tips for each.
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Pier sunsets, beach volleyball and a walkable downtown steps from the sand. Here's how to plan a day (or a weekend) in Hermosa Beach.
12 min read
From granite valleys to cliff-top highways and alpine lakes, these are the California places that belong on every bucket list.
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Salt flats below sea level, golden badlands and towering dunes. Death Valley is spectacular, if you visit at the right time.
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