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Family-friendly California Travel
Kid-friendly, budget-friendly trips around California. Where to go and how to get there when it comes to family travel on the West Coast.
Bay Area Family Day Trips and Vacations
Holiday Family Getaway in Napa: Meritage Resort & Spa
An easy getaway to the Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa offers holiday magic at its best.
Driving to L.A. – 9 Places to Stop on a Road Trip Down Highway 5 in California
Driving I-5 down the center of California is a fairly joyless journey. I offer some tips, restaurants & diversions for enduring a day in the ...
Road Trip: Monarch Butterfly Colonies of the Central Coast
Three places to see amazing butterfly colonies -- and hit the beach when you're done. Fully clothed, of course; it is winter time.
Christmas Tree Farm Magic at Rancho Siempre Verde in Pescadero
Ride an epic tree swing, make a wreath, roast marshmallows, cut your own Christmas tree, hike in the woods, and wrestle your brothers in the ...
Apple Picking with Children Near the Bay Area
Apple-picking season is upon us. Here are a few U-pick options and Bay Area apple orchards worth a visit with your family. Always, call first!
Ticket Alert: Sacramento’s Polar Express (2023)
Don't miss your chance to purchase tickets to the Polar Express train in Old Town Sacramento. Be a member by 8/31/23 for presale access.
Lemos Farm in Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Patch and More
Lemos Farm will host their annual pumpkin patch, complete with hay rides, pony rides, and more, all modified for COVID-19 safety.
Best Bay Area Beaches You Can Visit Today
Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or day trip. Here are 15 of our favorites within two hours of Oakland with tips ...
Backroads Made My Summer Vacation Impossibly Happy
I didn't have to do any planning in advance or troubleshooting during the trip and each day of my family's active vacation was incredible.
All About Berkeley Family Camps: Echo Lake vs. Tuolumne
Are you registered for a City of Berkeley family camp? We're here to share some details and tips to prepare your family for the trip.Â
