Travel the West

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Insider Guides

This Charming Small Town in California Wine Country Is Straight out of a Nancy Meyers Movie

Tasting tips from a local.

June 22, 2026

Travel

These Are the Summer Beach Essentials According to a Water-Obsessed Travel Editor

All the gear and goodies you need for sun protection and beyond this season curated by an officially unofficial sun bum.

June 22, 2026

June 23, 2026

Hotels

The Best Airbnbs for the FIFA World Cup in L.A. (Book Before They’re Gone)

Eight matches. 39 days. One very electric city. Here’s where to stay.

June 21, 2026

Travel Tips

Here’s What You Need to Know If You Ever Have an In-Flight Medical Emergency

We called the doctor—and this is what she said.

June 19, 2026

June 22, 2026

Plan Your Next Trip

Camping

These Are the Road Trips Worth Taking for America’s 250th Birthday

From the Mother Road celebrating its centennial to the loneliest highway in Nevada, here’s how to celebrate America’s birthday.

June 3, 2026

June 9, 2026

National Parks

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Grand Canyon

The eternal yet ever-evolving Grand Canyon is as mystical and awe-inspiring as ever.

May 19, 2026

May 15, 2026

Family

I Finally Did the Disneyland Rope Drop—Here’s Why It’s a Must for Any Disney Fan

There’s no better time to be at the parks.

June 4, 2026

June 1, 2026

Hotels

Nostalgia Travel Is Trending: These Are the Best Destinations for 2026

The best historic hotels, motor lodges, and motels in the West.

June 1, 2026

June 12, 2026

Canada

Here’s Where to Travel This Summer According to Your Zodiac Sign

Where to visit, guided by the stars.

May 22, 2026

May 27, 2026

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Insider Guides

These Small Towns Are Suddenly Incredibly Popular with Travelers—Here’s Why

Social media fatigue and a desire to reconnect to simpler living is a driving trend in travel.

May 20, 2026

May 19, 2026

Flowers & Plants

This Coastal California City Is a Must-Visit for Plant Lovers

Add this plant-filled itinerary to your next Central Coast adventure.

May 14, 2026

May 12, 2026

Outdoor Adventure

No Reservations Are Making National Parks More Chaotic Than Ever. Here’s Where to Go Instead.

These adjacent wildlands deliver all the magic of nature minus the crowds.

June 4, 2026

June 3, 2026

Take Some Advice from the Insiders

Insider Guides

The Ultimate Taos, New Mexico Itinerary

Keep your days humming along briskly in this artsy, outdoorsy four-season destination.

May 28, 2026

May 27, 2026

Cordova, Alaska from the air showing harbor and mountains.

Insider Guides

Eat, Drink, and Live Like a Fisherman in This Alaskan Coastal Town

Tips from a local.

April 20, 2026

Insider Guides

This Magical City on the Oregon Coast Balances Exploration and Relaxation

A photographer shares her unique view of Pacific City, Oregon.

April 13, 2026

April 9, 2026

Flowers and Fort Mason warehouses with the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance

Insider Guides

A Bay Area Tastemaker Takes Us Inside Her Favorite Secret Spots

Side A co-owner and music curator Caroline Brown shares her go-to places to eat, drink, and hang.

April 6, 2026

April 8, 2026

Insider Guides

Why the Oregon Coast Is Better in the Rain—Here’s How to Plan the Ultimate Off-Season Roadtrip

Don’t let shoulder season stop you from cruising along this gem of the PNW.

January 27, 2026

April 15, 2026

The Lodge at 58 Degrees North Exterior at Twilight

Insider Guides

This Sleepy, Charming Alaskan Town Is the Gateway to a Stunning National Park

Sockeye abounds, but there’s nothing fishy about locals’ enthusiasm for the remote town of King Salmon, Alaska.

February 19, 2026

April 20, 2026

Get Outside

National Parks

These Are the Best Viewing Spots in the Grand Canyon

Five views you can’t miss.

May 21, 2026

June 2, 2026

Camping

Astrotourism Is Trending—Here’s How to Shoot the Stars, According to a Professional Photographer

Plus, the gear you’ll need to pack before your trip.

February 25, 2026

Camping

The Best New Place to Camp Is… a Farm? These Are the Most Scenic Spots in California

A new law is making it easier to post up on farmland.

November 4, 2025

April 1, 2026

Travel

These Are the Most Beautiful Beaches in California

With thousands of miles of Western coastline, we found the most stunning spots.

September 3, 2025

September 7, 2025

Fun for the Whole Family

Family

8 Things I Learned from Traveling with My 3-Month-Old for the First Time

Lesson one: You can never be too prepared.

April 22, 2026

April 28, 2026

Culinary Travel

Why Your Next Family Trip Should Be to This Charming (and Luxe) San Diego Farm

From wine-paired tasting menus to sound baths and animal meet-and-greets, this destination has it all.

June 6, 2025

January 14, 2026

Family

These Insider Tips Will Make Traveling with Kids So, So Much Easier

Having children in tow can actually be even more enriching than going it alone if you plan ahead using these tips.

March 26, 2025

April 1, 2025

Have Wine, Will Travel

Wine Country

These Are the Best Hotels, Wineries, and Destinations to Visit in Wine Country

There’s nothing like the thrill of tapping into terroir to the fullest and tasting wine where it was made. Here are the Sunset Travel Award-winning hotels, wineries, and destinations to visit now.

January 28, 2026

Culinary Travel

This Popular Airline Is Now Allowing Travelers to Ship Wine for Free. Here’s How.

You can now check an entire case of wine to certain destinations.

April 10, 2026

April 22, 2026

A driveway to the residences at Limerick Lane

Travel

The Coolest Way to Stay in Wine Country? Checking Into One of These Wineries with Lodging

This latest travel trend is channeling Nick Parker in The Parent Trap.

March 25, 2026

May 13, 2026

Wine Country

Santa Barbara Is Now Home to the Ultimate Wine Tasting Experience

The Hilt Estate’s new Hideaway Experience decants the best of Santa Ynez.

January 26, 2026

February 3, 2026

Essential Travel News and Tips

Hotels

What Are Resort Fees—and How Can You Avoid Paying Them?

Here’s why hotels tack on extra nightly costs to your bill.

May 19, 2026

May 26, 2026

Hotels

4 Genius Ways to Get the Best Value During Your Next Hotel Stay

Staying at a hotel can be pricey. Experts share how to get the most value out of your hotel stay so you’re taking advantage of all the perks.

June 12, 2026

June 14, 2026

Travel

One of Disneyland’s Most Popular Rides Just Shut Down Indefinitely

Yo ho? Oh no.

May 8, 2026

May 12, 2026

Travel

The Dos and Don’ts of House Swapping, According to an Expert

A seasoned expert from HomeExchange Collection shares tips on travel’s biggest trend.

April 28, 2026

April 24, 2026

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