Healdsburg, CA|News|
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CA Getaways
As you look for things to do as things start to open back up from coronavirus restrictions, why not take a little getaway here in California?! You'll find a collection of some great activities, both indoor and outdoor, and some places you can add to your "must see" list.
Fremont, CA|News|
Rattlesnakes Drawn Out By Warm Weather — How To Avoid Their Bite
Should you run away after being bitten? Suck out the venom? No, to both questions. Read more tips.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Tilden Nature Area Offers Full Slate Of Activities This Weekend
Whether you are seeking a group hike, outdoor art, children's farm animals or story time — there is plenty to do for everyone.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Campbell, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Wine & Song At Stunner Venue In Silicon Valley
Mountain Winery, a historical gem in Saratoga, hosts wine tastings, dinners and top-notch concerts.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Trolley Tour & Tasting In Century-Old Wine Region
Contra Costa vintners are hosting a fall event this month celebrating their wines and vineyards with historical roots.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Agoura Hills, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Enjoy 'September Harvest' At An Unexpected Place
Stop at Westlake Village Inn Stonehaus for an Italian-inspired "boutique enoteca" experience with grape stomp & vineyard lunch in Greater LA
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Go Grape Stompin' In Julian
Channel your inner Lucy Ricardo & hit the road. Tickets are on sale for the 25th annual Julian Grape Stomp Festa at Menghini Winery.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Add Shannon Family Of Wines To Your Travel Agenda
As homage to 100-year-old shed at Lake County winery, owners are hosting a summer sweepstakes for custom "Buck Shack" at-home watering hole.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Book A Stay At New Paso Robles Vineyard Farmhouse
ONX Wines' Farmstead caters to large groups or intimate getaways with options for wine tasting, off-road tours, teas, yoga & private chefs.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: What The Devil Is Planned At Barber Cellars?
The Petaluma winemakers plan a deviled egg competition. Plus Sonoma County "tasting passports" include sister operation, Barber Lee Spirits.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: See The Vineyards Sidecar-Style In Napa & Sonoma
Sidecar Tours, an outfit that ferries guests in tandem sidecars to California wineries, expands growing fleet in Napa & Sonoma Valleys.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Multi Tasting Rooms, 1 Locale In Healdsburg
Opened by Aldina Vineyards owners, Bacchus Landing is vino lover's dream with an Italian-piazza vibe, 6 wineries, charcuterie & bocce courts
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
10 Places To See In California In 2022: Photo Gallery
California is a vast, beautiful state with endless attractions to enjoy. Have you crossed these 10 items off your bucket list?
Courtney Teague, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
9 California 'Staycation' Destinations Worth The Trip
Are you looking for a getaway in California? From wine-centric stops to cityscapes, check out these nine road trip ideas.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Staycation With Swimply: Rent A Hot Tub, Pool In Santa Monica
Do you need an idea for a staycation? Here's how you can rent a hot tub and experience a resort-style day trip near you.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
Staycation With Swimply: Rent A Hot Tub, Pool In Redondo Beach
Do you need an idea for a staycation? Here's how you can rent a hot tub and experience a resort-style day trip near you.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Culver City, CA|News|
Staycation: How To Rent A Hot Tub, Pool In Culver City
Do you need an idea for a staycation? Here's how you can rent a hot tub and experience a resort-style day trip near you.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Staycation With Swimply: Rent A Hot Tub, Pool In Palos Verdes
Do you need an idea for a staycation? Here's how you can rent a hot tub and experience a resort-style day trip near you.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Brentwood, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Former Laker & NBA Champ Turns Winemaker
Sasha Vujacic, now running his family's Aleksander Wines' Paso Robles vineyard, to host a gourmet dinner showcasing his CA estate's vino.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Tour Temecula In 'Real Housewives'-Style
You may not play a "RHOBH" on TV, but this cable-car, vineyard trolley (featured on a recent episode) will ferry you about as if you do.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Watsonville, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Stop For The Wine, Stay For The Glow
If you need a reason, besides the vino, to visit Paso Robles wine country, the dazzling, "Bruce Munro: Light at Sensorio" may be it.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Hike & Sip In St. Helena
Among Joseph Phelps Vineyards' slew of culinary & wine events, one upcomer includes a vineyard hike and private tasting.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Tourism Launches Nationwide Campaign To Attract Visitors
About 50 wineries operate in the Temecula Valley, but not too many people outside the area know about them, a tourism promotion agency says.
Ralph Jennings, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
California's Black Sands Beach: Photo
This beautiful black sand beach is not in Hawaii, but on the Lost Coast in far northern California.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Sip, Savor & Dinner Is Served
At Paso Robles' ONX Wines, that derives its name from the site's historic soil, wines are visit-worthy & a winemaker dinner is coming up.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Glorious Hiking Photos Show Local Beauty
There's no need to book a flight or spend long hours in the car getting to a destination — take a look at the scenery here in the East Bay.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Where The Old-World, Grape Stomp Lives On
Family-run Menghini Winery, in the mountain town of Julian, is known for its wines & fun - like the upcoming grape stomp.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs Puts Final Touch On CA Debut
The opening of JWB Grill is the final phase of the project that was the first Margaritaville property to open on the West Coast.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
JW Marriott In Palm Desert Unveils New 'Entertainment Zone'
The 12,000-square-foot arcade area is part of an effort to attract families to the newly updated resort.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Meyer Cellars Keeps It All In The Family
The husband-and-wife-run Mendocino winery, launched by son of Silver Oak founder, offers play & picnic site, bocce & two pooch "greeters."
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Flair Airlines Capitalizing On Canada's Love Of Coachella Valley
Flights from Palm Springs International Airport to Vancouver International Airport will begin in October.
Temecula, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Enjoy Wine, Chocolate & Meet A Camel
With Chapin Winery at Sugarplum Zoo & Chocolates in Temecula, pairings include hellos with Zeus the camel & a slew of other critters.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Larry Ellison Unveils Details For Rancho Mirage Luxury Retreat
The "ultra-luxury retreat" on Porcupine Creek's 230 acres will be branded under Sensei, a company founded by Ellison.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines Expand Palm Springs Service
The airliners are eyeing Coachella Valley tourism.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Giant Marilyn Monroe Statue: Installation Begins In Palm Springs
The statue of the iconic star reimagines her dress-flying pose from the 1955 romantic comedy "The Seven Year Itch."
San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Listed Among Best U.S. Cities To 'Staycation': Report
Three California cities ranked among the best U.S. urban communities to vacation locally, according to WalletHub. See the full list.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Carlsbad, CA|News|
Weekend At A Winery: Where Wine Pairs With Classic Cars
Come for the wine & stay for the vintage autos. Or vice versa. Both are worth a visit to unique Deer Park Winery & Auto Museum in Escondido.
Susan C. Schena, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
4 CA Beaches Ranked Among Best In U.S.
TripAdvisor ranked its annual top 25 U.S. beaches and four of California's finest landed on the list.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Travel Is Up At Palm Springs International Airport
Airport officials said the addition of several new service routes are contributing to the rebound in air travel at the city-owned airport.
Temecula, CA|News|
Pechanga Resort Casino Expands Reopening
The hotel, Spa Pechanga and The Cove pools will reopen to the general public Thursday, May 20.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
