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Find the Right California State Parks Pass for You

Last Modified: April 8, 2022 by Carol Guttery

California State Parks Pass- Explorer Pass with Map

Use this guide to find the right California State Parks pass for your needs. Learn which passes are the most useful and how to score discounted California state park passes.

4 Ways to Get from SFO Airport to San Jose Airport

Last Modified: October 21, 2021 by Carol Guttery

San Francisco airport united planes

Figure out the fastest and/or cheapest ways to get from San Francisco Airport to San Jose Airport. We’ve got tips, routing suggestions and costs.

The 4 Best Ways to Get from San Jose Airport to SFO

Last Modified: October 21, 2021 by Carol Guttery

San Jose Airport to SFO Terminal B arrivals SJC

Figure out the best, fastest and cheapest ways to get from San Jose Airport to SFO in San Francisco. We’ve got tips, routing suggestions and full costs.

10 San Francisco Guidebooks: Explore SF’s Hidden Corners

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Best San Francisco Guidebooks

Your curated list of cool San Francisco guidebooks. Get beyond the obvious tourist stuff to find walking tours, foodie tips and explore San Francisco hidden corners.

12 Santa Cruz Beach House Airbnbs: Ocean Front, Killer Views and Coastal Vibes

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Modern Chic Santa Cruz Beach House on Airbnb with deck views

This curated list of Santa Cruz beach house Airbnbs deliver an amazing coastal experience. Get beach access, killer ocean views and proximity to fun things to do on the Santa Cruz, coast.

What to Pack for Lake Tahoe in the Winter: Everything You Need

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

What to pack for Lake Tahoe in the Winter. family playing in snow

Figure out what to pack for Lake Tahoe in the winter with this thorough packing list. Get specific tips for what to bring, how to pack it and how to plan your winter trip.

25 Fun Facts about Lake Tahoe That Will Surprise You

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Fun fact about Lake Tahoe sunrise in fall

Learn some fun facts about Lake Tahoe before you visit. Get the scoop on Tahoe’s history, natural resources, eccentric residents and offbeat factoids.

11 Woodsy Santa Cruz Tree Houses to Rent

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Santa Cruz redwood treehouse. cabin with walkway

Spend your weekend getaway in a Santa Cruz tree house. This curated list of Airbnb listings has cozy wood cabins, tree house platforms, glamping spots and a whole lot of forest.

How to Visit the Golden Gate Bridge: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Visit the Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco. Red bridge over water

This guide for how to visit the Golden Gate Bridge has everything that you need to know to see the bridge. Get FAQs and walking, parking and things to do nearby.

Find Parking for the Golden Gate Bridge: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Golden Gate Bridge parking - Welcome Center

Find parking for the Golden Gate Bridge with advice on which lots are the most convenient, which are free and which ones are near cool trails

25 Fascinating & Quirky Golden Gate Bridge Facts

Last Modified: January 17, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Golden Gate Bridge facts: view from baker beach

Learn more about San Francisco’s most famous icon with these 25 Golden Gate Bridge facts. Get history and construction info along with fun, quirky factoids about the bridge.

Walking the Golden Gate Bridge: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: November 21, 2021 by Carol Guttery

Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point south end

This local’s guide for walking the Golden Gate Bridge will give you eight practical tips and four route options that showcase the bridge from different angles.

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