Travel Ideas: Tips, Guides & Road Trips for the Western U.S. - Sunset

The Deadliest National Parks in the United States, Ranked

Plus, how to stay safe while visiting.

October 23, 2024

November 3, 2024

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My New Favorite Travel Tote Is Like the Mary Poppins Bag, but Even Better

It holds so much and it's just over $100.

October 23, 2024

October 23, 2024

I Tried a Traditional Temazcal Sweat Lodge. Here’s How It Went.

The traditional experience is every bit as healing as it's purported to be.

October 24, 2024

November 5, 2024

Two Travelers Wine Bar Interior

This Is California’s Best-Kept Wine Country Secret

What to eat, drink, see, and do in this under-the-radar region.

October 21, 2024

October 17, 2024

The Latest From Sunset

Golden Gate Bridge Traffic

These Are the Worst Times to Travel This Thanksgiving

Avoid the crowds (or try to).

November 21, 2024

November 20, 2024

Lodge at Marconi

This Hotel Used to House a Cult. Now It’s the Epitome of Cool.

The property's past is part of what makes it so unique.

November 19, 2024

November 18, 2024

Contigo Latin Kitchen

The Ultimate Foodie Itinerary to the Culinary Capital of the Southwest

All the things to eat, drink, see, and do in Tucson.

November 18, 2024

November 20, 2024

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Gifts & Shopping

The Best Travel Gifts for Every Adventurer in Your Life

These finds can elevate their explorations, no matter where they are.

November 18, 2024

November 18, 2024

2024 Sunset Travel Awards Winners

Murrieta Hot Springs

These Are the Winners of the 2024 Sunset Travel Awards

Hot hotels, new and classic restaurants, and the top destinations and activities from the desert to the coast—these are the 125 best ways to experience the West now.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

View from Deck at Four Seasons Resort los Cabos at Costa Palmas

From Baja to Hawaii, These Are Our Favorite Coastal Retreats

Whether you’re there for the sand or the surf, these are the best coastal getaways in the West.

September 10, 2024

September 17, 2024

DTLA Proper Pool Deck

These City Hotels Are the Epitome of Cool

When you want to stay right in the heart of the urban action, choose one of these winning downtown hotels.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

Bishop's Lodge Kiva Suite

Treat Yourself to a Luxurious Stay at These High-End Hotels

These are the best luxury hotels and resorts to splurge on.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

Sensei Lanai

These 6 Wellness Resorts Are the Ultimate Way to Reset

Unwind at these spots.

September 10, 2024

October 2, 2024

Hotel Coronado

Book These Historic Hotels to Experience Next-Level Nostalgia

From a kitschy motel to a storied ocean liner, these spots offer memorable experiences.

September 10, 2024

September 23, 2024

The Ritz Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara

From an Iconic Beach Town to a Lakeside Getaway, These Destinations Will Appeal to Every Traveler

Consider this inspiration for your next trip.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

Safta Dishes Overhead Shot

Here’s Where to Eat in the West Right Now

Can’t-miss restaurants from Alaska to Baja.

September 10, 2024

September 24, 2024

Take Some Advice from the Insiders

Joshua Tree National Park Hiker

The Ultimate Insider Guide to Joshua Tree and the High Desert

Bookmark this itinerary.

October 8, 2024

November 18, 2024

Ritz Carlton Turtle Bay Sunset Pool Bar

What to Do on Oahu, According to a Local Surfer

The best spots to visit on your next trip.

September 23, 2024

November 13, 2024

Boise Idaho Valley

Boise Is Big. Here’s Where to Eat, Drink, and Stay According to a Local Brewer.

The high-low hits that this charming, rapidly growing city has to offer.

August 19, 2024

September 7, 2024

Westport Washington

This ‘Inn-Fluencer’ Visits Hotels for a Living. Here’s Her Latest Obsession.

Kelsey Bumsted has visited hundreds of properties.

August 5, 2024

August 24, 2024

Hotel June West Los Angeles

This Beachy Neighborhood Is L.A.’s Best-Kept Secret—A Local Chef Dishes on What to Do

Visit these under-the-radar spots.

July 22, 2024

July 23, 2024

Le Petit Pali at 8th Ave Exterior

The Ultimate Carmel, California Itinerary

What to do in this charming seaside hamlet.

July 1, 2024

September 17, 2024

Get Outside

SCP Hilo Hotel Hilo Bay

Immerse Yourself in Nature at These Camps, Lodges, and Hotels

Experience the great outdoors in pure luxury.

September 10, 2024

September 21, 2024

Reid Creek Horses

Live Out Your Western Fantasies at These Rad Ranches

These are Wild West meets luxury.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

Tucson Desert Biking

5 Outdoorsy Adventures to Book This Fall

The best places to explore right now.

September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024

Hoodoos Bryce Canyon National Park

5 Pro Tips to Know Before You Visit a National Park

Heed your call of the wild with these top pointers.

August 20, 2024

November 3, 2024

Simmons and O'Brien Carrying Surfboards

Outdoor Adventure

The Beginners’ Guide to Surfing Gear

Earth-friendly essentials to support the start of your surf journey.

July 30, 2024

August 6, 2024

Camping Gear

12 Camping Essentials Outdoorsy People Swear By

Introducing accessories that are perfect for your next great adventure.

July 17, 2024

July 19, 2024

Fun for the Whole Family

The Day family at West Glacier KOA

10 Best Kid-Friendly RV and Camping Destinations

A family of RV experts share their top spots to take the kids, from Oregon to Montana.

June 2, 2022

May 31, 2022

exterior trees surround a cabin with sun breaking through

Family Reunion Trips to Book Now, from Utah Camping to Montana Resorts

Absence makes the heart grow fonder.

April 27, 2022

July 27, 2022

Hikers in Canyon Country in Utah

‘We Belong in These Spaces’: This Family Wants Outdoor Adventures for All

Camp Yoshi expeditions bring together people of color and their allies in spaces often considered inaccessible.

May 5, 2022

May 22, 2022

Have Wine, Will Travel

Temecula Horseback Riding

5 Wine Growing Regions Every Oenophile Should Visit

The places to steal away to for prime wine tasting experiences.

September 10, 2024

October 1, 2024

Dawn Ranch Food and Wine

These Are the Top Wine Country Hotels

These are the best wine country properties from Mexico to Northern California.

September 10, 2024

September 11, 2024

Wine Glasses Cheers

Here’s Everything You Need to Know Before a Wine Tasting, According to an Expert

Sip, swirl, savor.

June 7, 2024

July 2, 2024

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20 Hotels, Tasting Rooms, Wineries, and Food Shops to Visit in Wine Country Now

Whether you're planning a trip to Napa, Sonoma, or the Central Coast, here are the top spots in wine country to put on your itinerary.

January 5, 2024

October 22, 2024

Essential Travel News and Tips

Wayfinder Waikiki Redfish

Why Right Now Is the Best Time to Go to Waikiki

There's so many new things to do and see in the vibrant Honolulu neighborhood.

October 11, 2024

October 11, 2024

This New Superhighway Unlocks Mexico’s Secret Beach Town

It had been in the works for 15 years.

October 18, 2024

October 20, 2024

Disneyland Monorail

Disneyland Just Raised Ticket Prices This Week

Plus, how you can save money on your next trip.

October 11, 2024

October 14, 2024

Quiet Camping at Yosemite National Park, CA

Yosemite’s Historic Hotel Will Close Indefinitely

The property will close for restoration on December 2.

September 24, 2024

September 25, 2024

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