A group of friends shopping at Upper Buena Vista in Miami, Florida

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Shopping Around the USA

A group of friends cruising down a scenic U.S. highway on a road trip

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Route 66 and Beyond

A farm dining experience in Temecula Valley, California

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Flavors of the USA

Hikers taking in views of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on the Utah-Arizona border

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Outdoors & Nature in the USA

Exploring the American Visionary Museum in Baltimore, Maryland

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Culture & History in the USA

The lights and colors of a concert at Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre near Denver, Colorado

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U.S. Entertainment & Pop Culture Scenes

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Taking a break from the drive to check out the coast in Ventura, California

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California: Road Trip Paradise

There's no place quite like California for an epic road trip.

Scroll on to dream up your next vacation, built from trip and experience ideas that showcase different takes on the legendary California story. Travel through upscale coastal towns, vibrant cities and charming neighborhood districts to discover rich history, unique culture and outdoor wonders. Surf, hike, dine, sip and play your way through California.

Find the Trip of Your Dreams

Watching the sunset from Elephant Seal Vista Point in San Simeon, California

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Southern California Road Trip: Coastal Escapes and a Mountain Retreat

Sunset from the beach in La Jolla in San Diego, California

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An Epic Tour of Southern California Culture, Cuisine and Attractions

Road tripping through Yosemite National Park in California

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Northern California Mountain Loop: Outdoor Wonders and Hidden Gems

California Fun on the Water: Dana Point

Sipping cocktails and overlooking Salt Creek Beach at Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, California

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Sipping cocktails and overlooking Salt Creek Beach at Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, California

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California Fun on the Water: Big Bear Lake

An off-road tour with Big Bear Jeep Experience in Big Bear Lake, California

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An off-road tour with Big Bear Jeep Experience in Big Bear Lake, California

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California Fun on the Water: Santa Barbara

Sipping wine at the Deep Sea Tasting Room on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California

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Sipping wine at the Deep Sea Tasting Room on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, California

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California Fun on the Water: San Luis Obispo County

Horse Yoga with a view of Morro Rock in San Luis Obispo California

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Horse Yoga with a view of Morro Rock in San Luis Obispo California

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Southern California Road Trip: San Diego

Getting ready to kayak around La Jolla Cove in San Diego, California

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Getting ready to kayak around La Jolla Cove in San Diego, California

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Southern California Road Trip: Greater Palm Springs

A romantic stroll around La Quinta Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, in Greater Palm Springs, California

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A romantic stroll around La Quinta Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, in Greater Palm Springs, California

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Southern California Road Trip: Anaheim

The light, airy interior of the Anaheim Packing District food hall in California

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The light, airy interior of the Anaheim Packing District food hall in California

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Southern California Road Trip: West Hollywood

A live concert by rock band Sweet at Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, California

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A live concert by rock band Sweet at Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, California

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Northern California Mountain Loop: San Francisco

A sailing trip on San Francisco Bay in California

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A sailing trip on San Francisco Bay in California

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Northern California Mountain Loop: Yosemite Mariposa County

Fun photo opportunity with local art in Coulterville, California

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Fun photo opportunity with local art in Coulterville, California

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Northern California Mountain Loop: Mono County

Kayaking alongside tufa formations on Mono Lake in California

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Kayaking alongside tufa formations on Mono Lake in California

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Northern California Mountain Loop: Yosemite Madera County

The famed Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park, California

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The famed Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park, California

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Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park, California

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Sunset at Mono Lake highlights the beauty of this ancient body of water

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California Dream Trip: From San Francisco to the Mountains and Beyond

For an epic road trip, there’s no place quite like California.

Overlooking Bodega Bay in Sonoma County on a California road trip

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Offbeat, Fresh and Iconic: 4 Sides of California from North to South

There’s no doubt about it – California is one of the most distinctive, iconic and diverse states in all of the USA.

Morning surf excursion on Emma Wood State Beach

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West Coast Icons: Southern California, Yosemite and San Francisco

Everything you’ve heard about California is true.

Mountain and ocean views along the Pacific Coast Highway in California

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City Lights to Country Skies: Drive California's Pacific Coast Highway

What makes a trip up the Pacific Coast Highway is the sheer variety it offers – in views, activities, urban attractions and natural wonders.

Channel Island coastal hiking trail popular for its views of the rocky Pacific Coast

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California’s Central Coast: Natural and Cultural Wonders Road Trip

It’s hard to imagine a more iconic beach road trip than the one along California’s coast.

Car driving on Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

Explore California’s stunning coastline from San Francisco to San Diego

More Amazing California Experiences

Posing for a selfie at one of the overlooks along Sonora Pass, a scenic drive in Tuolumne County, California

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Beyond Yosemite: 10 Cool Things to Do in Tuolumne County, California