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If you have deep pockets, bunking in a camper van can be a bit like staying in a five-star hotel on wheels.
Sometimes, the journey to self-knowledge begins far from home in a stranger’s car.
Follow these tips to dozens of parks, beaches and trails. See cool images from Yosemite. Test your California savvy. And surprise your dog.
Spain is jump-starting its summer tourism season by welcoming vaccinated visitors from most countries as well as European visitors who can prove they are not infected with coronavirus.
Many countries move from “do not travel” to “reconsider.”
A kayaking legend tells his story of paddling from California to Hawaii in 1987, and a Bradbury teen goes up against a black bear.
Hang out at the Cactus Ranch, pan for gold, raft the American River and view the redwoods from a rail bike.
Europe is opening up to Americans and others after more than a year of coronavirus restrictions, but travel rules across the Continent are patchwork.
Beachgoers won’t find ticks crawling around on the sand, but experts say they might be lurking in brush or tall grass nearby.
Travel and COVID-19
Grounded by the pandemic, I returned to the air and fell in love, if briefly, with basic economy, a different parking lot and wailing children.
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Until June 15, Disneyland is for California residents only due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. Cast member insights on a day experiencing reduced-capacity lines.
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Las Vegas nearly ground to a halt during the pandemic. Casinos and restaurants are set to return to full capacity Tuesday, but many hospitality workers wonder whether they’ll ever make up their losses.
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Fix up a trail (on your own or with a group) for National Trails Day. And which L.A. trails are dog friendly?
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If you have deep pockets, bunking in a camper van can be a bit like staying in a five-star hotel on wheels.
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Nature preserves provide a quiet alternative to national and state parks and a more intimate glimpse of nature.
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Here’s what is reopening as statewide travel rebounds
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A stretch of Salvadoran shoreline called Surf City is the location for the final qualifying rounds for surfing’s debut as an Olympic sport this summer.
Most international ATMs support up to 12-digit PINs, but some accept only four digits. If your PIN is longer than four digits, your options include shortening it, changing banks or perhaps trying a different machine.
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Here are five ways to discover Alaska this summer, but don’t dawdle in planning a trip.
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Disney has created a Comic-Con style celebration for its Marvel Avengers that’s relatively grounded in reality. Superheroes, they’re just like us.
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At parks and other attractions, thousands of jobs are unfilled
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Housesitting comes with responsibilities, but it can help stretch your vacation budget. Here’s how to find gigs.
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Buckskin Gulch began as a hike, became an ordeal and turned into an adventure.
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Here’s what is reopening as statewide travel rebounds
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Here are tips for visiting redwoods, snagging hotel pool day-pass deals, and taking your dog for a hike on a friendly L.A. trail.
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Disney’s Spider-Man ride continues the park’s shift toward interactive, game-like experiences. Black Panther warriors inspire.
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A trove of court documents and inspection reports released last month reveal the extent of the Queen Mary’s disrepair.
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Southwest Airlines is pushing back plans to resume selling alcohol on flights after a recent increase in unruly passengers
Where to go
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These trips will take you to priceless places, and our pro tips will help you dig deeper.
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These 50-plus hikes capture all that LA and Southern California has to offer. Use our filters to find the best type of hike by difficulty levels, length and type of view.
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These hikes showcase Southern California’s best ocean views, from Huntington Beach to Malibu
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Try these dozen routes to make you — and your pup — happy hikers.
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Spring, late fall and winter are the ideal times to visit nearby deserts
Things to do
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Pride Month is being celebrated in L.A. and around the world.
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You don’t need land to grow food. We talked to six L.A.-based experts who explain how you can easily grow veggies, fruits and herbs in pots on your balcony or any other small space.
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In her new book ‘The Menopause Manifesto,’ Dr. Jen Gunter wants women to know that they have value beyond their immediate reproductive capability.
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Another sign of the pandemic thaw: Live events are returning for gardening fans and plant lovers. Two such events happening in June are for fans of fabulous fuchsia flowers and those who prefer meat-eating plants.
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Eagle Rock Brewery has made a new helles-style lager flavored with three California native plants: woolly bluecurls, California laurel and black sage.
