Los Angeles has more than 1,200 hotels, so I’ve narrowed it to five I’d book again. A 1970s time capsule in North Hollywood, a rooftop in West Hollywood with a bowling alley in the basement, and the downtown lobby you’ve seen in a dozen movies.
Discover every stop along the California Zephyr route with this complete guide, including a live map, station list, and tips from my own cross-country Amtrak trip.
Think you’ve seen all the cool Las Vegas sights? Think again. From glittering cocktail bars to giant glowing spheres and surprise exhibits, here’s your guide to the Vegas you didn’t know you needed.
Planning a trip to Las Vegas and wondering if Encore is the right hotel for you? I’ve stayed here myself and wanted to break it all down, from the room experience…
Caesars Palace opened in 1966, the same year I was born. I first visited with my family as a child, and though the details are fuzzy, the feeling of Caesars stuck with me:…
Curious about the Princess Diana Exhibit in Las Vegas? A lifelong fan shares what’s real, what’s replica, and whether it’s worth your time (and $30 ticket).
A local’s guide to the best cafés in Silicon Valley. Cozy spots, great pastries, remote-work friendly tables, and real atmosphere. Updated for 2025.
Headed to Fresno? Discover things to do in Fresno, California, from mural hunting and comfy Hilton stays to underground gardens and surprisingly charming downtown streets.
Is Arnold, California worth the drive? From giant sequoias and quiet trails to local restaurants and cozy lodges, here’s my honest take after multiple visits.
Where to stay in Capitola, from a train depot turned inn to the Venetian houses on the sand. Firsthand picks from someone who keeps going back.
I grew up spending summers in Capitola, so this is what to do there according to someone with decades of field research: the beach, the 86 stairs up Depot Hill, the rebuilt wharf, the shops with no chains in sight, and the bakery you are required to visit.
The best restaurants in Capitola, personally tested by a local. From Gayle’s bear claws to Shadowbrook’s cable car entrance … here’s where to eat.