Despite increasingly more affordable air travel, the American road trip is more than just rosy-glowed nostalgia—it’s alive and thriving. And as travel restrictions begin to loosen up, summer is the perfect time to start planning a trip to check out all the US has to offer. When you’re ready to hit the road, be sure …
San Francisco has it all. When the Golden Gate is covered in fog, it might be sunny with clear, blue skies in the Mission. Cable-cars, 43 hills and endless views. Dot-Coms, great surf, diverse communities and world-class cuisine, all within 49 square miles. Where to Stay If you’re looking to stay in the heart …
No plans for Independence Day? How about a last-minute road trip to a National Park? Below, we’ve ranked our top six National Parks–which are your faves? 6. Acadia National Park Rocky beaches, granite peaks and verdant woodlands fill this 47,000-acre wonderland on Maine’s Mount Desert Island. Mountaineers can reach the top of Cadillac Mountain, the tallest peak on …
Comic-Con is this week which means people are flocking to San Diego. So if you’re lucky enough to be one of them, here are 32 more activities you can do in your spare time (including: 70 miles of white, sandy coastline, year-round sunshine, epic eats just minutes from the water, and a bustling craft beer …
This sunny county just south of LA is so much more than a place for housewives or privileged teens. And each of its 34 cities have their own unique vibe. From Little Saigon to Laguna Beach, we’ll tell you how to explore the “real” OC over a three-day weekend. Day 1 // Friday // …
With Coachella quickly approaching (weekend one begins Friday 4/14!), we’ve partnered with our good friend @KelseyThisYear to get her advice on how to plan for the action-packed festival. Read below for her top tips and check out her site for the full post! Known for it’s trendy outfits, A-list attendees and headliner music, Coachella is the …
Hotwire recently partnered with Alyssa Garrison, founder of Random Acts of Pastel, to send her on a spontaneous getaway to San Diego. Read her account about her trip here & see the full post on the RAOP blog. When I first booked a trip to California with no concept of when I’d be back, I really …
As Comic-Con officially kicks off today, I wanted to share some of my favorite places to visit in San Diego. Earlier this year my family and I visited this beautiful, sunny city and found many places that were fun for both adults and kids alike. Gaslamp Quarter – If you’re close to the Convention Center …