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If You See One Art Show This Summer, Make It Keith Haring at The Broad

The ’80s artist provides a path forward for today’s activism-minded creatives

12 California Music Festivals Worth the Drive This Summer

Lizzo paired with wine, or guitar gods and 80 breweries? Take your pick.

The 5 Best Road-Trip Stops From San Francisco to Yosemite

It's either a three-ish-hour slog, or a delightful exploration of all Central California has to offer

This Wellness Retreat Is the Key to Unlocking Mexico's Wine Country

Bonus: You can drive from LA to Montevalle before lunch

Meet the Guy Hosting an IRL “Survivor” Played in LA Backyards

Applications are open for the unsanctioned game Jeff Probst called “brutal, but awesome”

Thanks to a Burgeoning Food Scene, Malibu Draws a New Crowd

Here's where to eat, stay and play in the popular SoCal city.

A Frank Sinatra Favorite Is One of LA’s Best New (Yes, New) Restaurants

Along with a French/Spanish bistro, coastal Mexican and more

The Big Melt Is Here — So Get to These 10 Magnificent California Waterfalls and Swimming Holes, Stat

From Shasta’s “eighth wonder of the world” to clothing-optional natural pools

Record Snowfall Extends Ski Season in California and Colorado

There's still time to hit the slopes this year

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Laguna Beach

What to see and do in this laid-back California beach town

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Oshizushi, Tuscan Delicacies and Possibly the Best Martini in the City

Here are the six best new restaurants in Los Angeles

An LA Watch Collector Shares His Favorite Timepieces

Josh Hendizadeh shares his top picks at a variety of price points

Sell the A’s to Trevor May

Oakland deserves professional baseball. Oakland deserves the Athletics.

Does Living in California Increase Your Longevity?

According to longevity expert Kien Vuu, signs point to yes

19 Weird, Beautiful and Kitschy Pitstops for Your Next LA-to-Vegas Road Trip

From retro diners to natural splendors, attractions abound on the 270-mile trip

Inside Cohiba’s Debut Cigar Lounge in North America

It’s thanks to a new partnership with Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara

A Weekend in Eureka Means Happy-Hour Oysters and Coastal Redwoods

Forest bathing, a national park and possible Bigfoot sightings await

The Georgian, a ’30s Art Deco Gem, Gets the Makeover It Deserves

If you’re not staying at the renovated Santa Monica landmark, at least go for the late-night piano bar and discreet power dining

The 8 Best Dive Bars in SF, According to a Top Sommelier

Phillip Acquafresca of the Absinthe Group shares his favorite spots for grabbing a cheap drink

The World’s Largest Circular Pool Is Less Than Two Hours From LA

The Resort at Pelican Hill is a hidden gem in Orange County, with a record-breaking pool, exquisite spa and top-ranked golf courses

14 Extraordinary Beachfront Rentals Between San Francisco and Oregon

Private beaches, private hot tubs and a private pickleball court

Drift Santa Barbara Is a Solo Traveler’s Dream Beach Town Hotel

Those rooms are small — but a perfect location and superlative coffee bar make up for a lot

How Much Would You Pay to Avoid the Most Tedious Drive in Southern California?

The German brand Blacklane has an idea for how to make the 100-mile trip slightly more seamless

This New Santa Monica Hotel Is a Surfer’s Dream — And Cheaper Than You’d Think

Bonus: Its lobby-side Board Shop rents surfboard, bodyboards, GoPros and more

LA’s Favorite TikTok-Famous Sandwich Guy Shares His 5 Best Recipes

Making chicken vodka parm, French dip and lamb burgers with Salt Hank