This brightly colored mural has a sun with numerous animals and flowers that can be found near Mt. Diablo. The mural is in downtown Concord

Concord, California: Food, Culture, and Street Art

by Peggy Cleveland

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Concord, a small city on California's East Bay, offers great food and cultural experiences, all centered on its historic central plaza. Don't miss the colorful street murals that tell Concord's stories.
Palm Springs Indian Canyons

Palm Springs’ Indian Canyons: Supernatural Beauty

by Christine Salins

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A few minutes’ drive from downtown Palm Springs, the Indian Canyons are breathtaking, rich in history and spiritual significance, and a reminder of the force of nature.
Picture or Creamy Espresso Martini and local IPA beer on the bar, with wine and liquor bottles in the background on the backbar

Drinking in Palm Springs: From Underground to 8,500 feet Above

by Beth-Ellen Clausen

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Here are three unusual spots to get great drinks in Palm Springs, from an underground wine cellar to a bar at the top of a mountain.

Fattoria e Mare on California’s Half Moon Bay: Local Delicacies Made with Love

by Julie Suman

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Fattoria e Mare, in California's Half Moon Bay, is a labor of love for chef Pablo Estrada. At this sunny market street, he's found the freedom and space to turn his culinary artistry into delectable dining experiences.
Rows of Pumpkins with the Tipi in the background.

Fall Fun at Farmer John’s Pumpkin Farm

by Robin O'Neal Smith

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Nestled in the rolling hills of the San Francisco Peninsula lies a gem for pumpkin lovers - Farmer John's Pumpkin Farm. This family-owned farm has grown and sold pumpkins for over 50 years.
Rows of fresh hot bread loaves stacked on wire shelves in the bakery.

Rosalind Bakery in Pacifica: Treats from a Geek

by Jo Clark

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Award-winning Rosalind Bakery in Pacifica, California is owned by a baking geek who thinks negative ions make his bread great. I just think the food's spectacular.
Forever Marilyn Statue Palm Springs California USA. Photo © Edward Quan

Forever Marilyn

by Edward Quan

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Forever Marilyn adds a touch of glamour and nostalgia to Palm Springs, reminding visitors of the golden age of Hollywood and Monroe's status as a beloved pin-up and blonde bombshell.
San Francisco Peninsula Featured Image collage

A Coastal Tour of the San Francisco Peninsula

by Debbra Dunning Brouillette

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The San Francisco Peninsula offers one of the most scenic drives in the U.S. We explored Pacifica and Half Moon Bay, where there's great food, top surfing, and a really cool Taco Bell.
Pool at The Velvet Rope offers mountain views.

The Velvet Rope: A New Palm Springs Hotel Spins Old Hollywood Glamour

by Barbara Redding

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In this new boutique hotel, nine deliciously themed suites and a speakeasy-style bar transport guests back in time to experience the mid-20th century glamour -- and the big personalities -- that made Palm Springs a favored getaway.
Another one of the Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels

Palm Springs: Still a Spectacular Desert Getaway

by Dannelle Gay

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Palm Springs, California, a notorious mid-century hideaway for Hollywood's elite, today offers great food, art, and natural experiences.
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