Author Archives: Nicole Clausing

Immerse Yourself in Art, Food, and Culture at These Outstanding Destinations

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These destinations and celebrations are the 2025 winners of the What… Read More

Here’s Where to Sample the Best Food and Wine in the West

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These wineries, tasting rooms, and more are the 2025 winners of the… Read More

Sail the West and Beyond on These Top Cruises

The Sunset Travel Awards celebrate the best in travel in the West. These four are the 2025 winners of the How to Get… Read More

Every Visit to Cabo Should Include a Drink at This Legendary Resort

The key to understanding what makes Las Ventanas al Paraíso in San José del Cabo so wonderfully calming, so beautiful,… Read More

This True-Crime-Meets-National-Parks Podcast Is a Must-Listen

National parks are known for their untamed beauty. But the iconic arches and towering trees that mark their awe-inspiring landscapes can quickly turn treacherous. Read More

This Old West Town in Arizona Is Perfect for Outdoor Adventures

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and… Read More

These Are the Best Places in Hawaii to Get a Tropical Cocktail

The tropical cocktail has come into its own in Hawaii with tiki fantasies making way for inventive drinks that incorporate local spirits and produce,… Read More

This Historic L.A. Home Was Designed with Fabulous Parties in Mind

The phase “entertainer’s dream” is the kind of real estate copywriter lingo that’s used so frequently that it is now devoid of almost all… Read More

The Best Small-Space Ideas to Steal from the Most Stylish Beach Houses

To own a slice of waterfront paradise along the Pacific is a dream held by many and attained by few. Once you’ve got it,… Read More

These African-Californian Recipes Are Simple, Healthy, and Everyday Staples

Kiano Moju writes the kind of recipes we love to cook: The ingredient list reads like a shopping list, the instructions are short… Read More

3 National Park Resorts and Experiences That Are Like Traveling Back in Time

There are quite a few famous lodges set within national parks, like The Inn at Death Valley. Here are other properties and… Read More

This Historic A-List Death Valley Resort Is the Ultimate Luxe Oasis Getaway

Driving through the arid expanse of Death Valley, it’s tough to imagine anyone choosing to venture West through this… Read More

Tour Sunset’s 2025 Idea House: The Last, Lost Masterpiece from a Famed Palm Springs Modernist Architect

You can thank Dinah Shore for the newest Sunset Idea House. In the mid-1960s, the singer and actress commissioned famed desert modern architect… Read More

Sunset’s Menlo Park Campus Earns National Recognition for Historic Significance

In a milestone moment for California architecture and publishing history, Sunset magazine’s former headquarters in Menlo Park has been officially deemed eligible for the… Read More

This Historic Mining Town Is a Hidden Gem in Oregon’s Wine Country

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink,… Read More

He Survived a Shark Attack. Here’s Why He Wants to Protect Them.

Mike Coots is the embodiment of a waterman. The Kauai local and ocean advocate has dedicated his life to the sea, crafting images… Read More

10 Essential Tasks to Keep Your Garden Healthy This Summer

This summer, focus on nurturing your garden in new ways with fire-safe pruning, soil-enriching crops, and thoughtful planting to create a thriving, resilient space… Read More

How a Former Fashion Editor-Turned-Interior Designer Creates Effortlessly Beautiful Spaces

A well-designed room and an elegant outfit have more in common than one might think. Both start with a foundation of timeless, handcrafted materials… Read More

The Wines That Pair Best with Summer

There’s no easier way to drink well than the Sunset Wine Club, a selection of story-worthy wines produced by the top vintners in… Read More

2025 Sunset Western Home & Design Awards: Best Architecture

Clean lines, sleek spaces, fire-resilient design, and sustainable luxury—these architects and firms are setting the bar high for architecture in the West and beyond. Read More

2025 Sunset Western Home & Design Awards: Kitchen Design

The kitchen is often the heart of the home—where people not only cook and eat but also work and entertain. These winning designs are… Read More

2025 Sunset Western Home & Design Awards: Makers

From an iconic ceramics brand to artisans who make stylish seating to a small-batch, boutique paint brand, these makers create the art that details… Read More

Rivian’s High-Design Outpost Near Joshua Tree Is the Coolest Charging Station We’ve Ever Seen

With desert wildflowers blooming, the weather toasty but still comfortable, and the crowds starting to thin, now is the perfect time to visit… Read More

This West Hollywood Restaurant Will Transport You to the South of France

Even though it rarely rains in Los Angeles, it’s a bold move to open a restaurant with 70 percent of its tables outside. But… Read More