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Beverly Hills for the rest of us

It’s not just a playground for stars. Here’s how to live large on the cheap in 90210
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A night out in Downtown Oakland

East Bay spots with buzz: Where to eat, shop, hang out, and catch a show in Oakland
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San Francisco's best pizza

It’s official: pizza is the new night out, especially in San Francisco, where hand-stretched pies have become haute cuisine. Here, our picks for the best in the Bay
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Beach day in San Francisco

5 great reasons to head to the Outer Sunset in winter
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Royal Gorge, CA

Find killer cross-country trails on the cheap
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Ski in peace at Bear Valley

Escape the lift lines at Tahoe and head south to California's peaceful Bear Valley
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Soak up fall

Explore Eastern Sierra's hidden hot springs
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Essential No. 13: The pier

From weekend anglers to starry-eyed kids, dreamers are always welcome
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Day trip to Sebastopol

Shop the farmers' market and enjoy the local cuisine in Sebastopol, CA
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Hawaii on the mainland

Save dollars and find island-style fun (snorkeling, surfing, and Mai Tais) in San Diego
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