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From Cozy Cabins to Grain Silos, These Winter Getaways Are on Our Wish List

These Airbnb vacation rentals have us dreaming about snowy weekends across the West.

December 25, 2022

December 27, 2022

Mammoth Mountain's High West Whiskey Outpost Pop-Up

Culinary Travel

These Charming Mountain Towns Know How to Do Winter (Spoiler: Whiskey Is Involved)

Sip your way through these wintry whiskey escapes.

December 6, 2022

December 5, 2022

Alta Adams in West Adams

10 Reasons Why You Need to Visit This Historic, Design-Driven Los Angeles Neighborhood

West Adams is a vibrant enclave of L.A. fueled by creativity and excellent eats.

November 23, 2022

November 29, 2022

Dishes with a View

These Tiny Country Inns Are the Ultimate Weekend Escape

Boutique micro-hotels are having a moment with travelers seeking to reconnect with the agrarian lifestyle without sacrificing bespoke luxury.

November 8, 2022

November 16, 2022

The Latest From Sunset

Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) over a Frozen Lake

Outdoor Adventure

A Rare Green Comet Not Seen Since the Ice Age Is Swinging by Earth—Here’s How to View It

Catch it before it's too late and you'll have to wait another 50,000 years.

January 23, 2023

January 20, 2023

Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake and Spirit Island

6 Tired Travel Trends We’re Ready to Say Goodbye to in 2023

The Sunset staff weighs in.

January 20, 2023

January 23, 2023

Stanly Ranch Room Interior

From Ranch-Style Farmstays to Revamped Historic Hotels, These Are the Places to Stay on Your Next Wine Tasting Getaway

These new properties are redefining wine country style.

January 12, 2023

January 17, 2023

two cyclists stand beside bikes looking out at a river and mountains

These Are the Days You Can Visit National Parks for Free (and MLK Day Is One of Them)

It's part of the program that grants visitors five free admission days in 2023.

January 11, 2023

January 13, 2023

Cabin Fever

Room of windows in the Washington woods

3 Cabins, 3 Styles: Is This the Ultimate Forest Hideaway?

Deep in the Washington woods, the creative minds behind Seattle’s coolest retail concept, Glasswing, created an idyllic creekside compound.

May 24, 2022

August 17, 2022

Hygge Barn - Tahoma, California

Cabin Fever? Check into These Cozy Stays, Just off the Beaten Path

From secluded cabins with saunas to single-room huts, these rentals have everything you need to relax and recharge.

May 24, 2022

May 26, 2022

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Airbnb Is Overhauling Its Search Engine. Here’s How It’ll Help You

The company hopes the move will alleviate areas burdened by overcrowding by drawing attention to under-the-radar destinations.

June 1, 2022

June 6, 2022

Take Some Advice from the Insiders

Lighthouse in Seattle

17 Spots to Visit in Seattle (and No, the Space Needle Isn’t Included)

One local shares two itineraries: one for the coast and one for the mountains.

December 23, 2022

January 10, 2023

Canoe on Lake

10 Secret Spots in California’s Unsung Mountain Getaway

Travel professional Aida Mollenkamp shares her favorite spots to come home to.

November 21, 2022

January 10, 2023

Napa Valley Vista

Insider Guide: Napa Valley, California

How can you be sure to avoid the tourist traps in Napa Valley? Ask a couple of vintners where they like to eat, drink, shop, and explore close to home.

September 28, 2022

September 27, 2022

Horseback Riding at Linn Cayon Ranch

Insider Guide: Driggs, Idaho

Lea Beckett, co-founder of Grand Teton Distillery, shares her favorite things to do in the Idaho/Wyoming border town of Driggs, Idaho.

September 14, 2022

September 13, 2022

Hollywood Bowl

Insider Guide: Hollywood, California

A pair of hoteliers share where they like to go to eat, drink, shop, and of course, sleep in Hollywood.

October 19, 2022

October 20, 2022

Halibut Cove in Homer, Alaska

Insider Guide: Homer, Alaska

Emma Teal Privat and Claire Neaton (the Salmon Sisters) are headquartered in Homer, on the south end of the state, so we asked for their recommendations in and around the Kenai Peninsula.

August 15, 2022

August 16, 2022

On the Water

sale boat on the ocean with coastline in the background

An ‘Airbnb of the Sea’ Rents Thousands of Boats. See Where You Can Sail

Rental options range from a short day sail to a week-or-more course on open ocean.

May 26, 2022

June 6, 2022

Outdoor Adventure

Southern Utah Is More Than Just Red Rocks: Water Adventures Not to Miss

See Southern Utah from a new, cooler perspective in the water this summer.

June 14, 2022

June 9, 2022

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Culinary Travel

Carlsbad’s Best Oyster Experience Is in the Most Unexpected Place

The hour-long tours include informative strolls through the farm followed by oyster shucking and tasting.

May 17, 2022

June 7, 2022

Fun for the Whole Family

The Day family at West Glacier KOA

10 Best Kid-Friendly RV and Camping Destinations

A family of RV experts share their top spots to take the kids, from Oregon to Montana.

June 2, 2022

May 31, 2022

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Family Reunion Trips to Book Now, from Utah Camping to Montana Resorts

Absence makes the heart grow fonder.

April 27, 2022

July 27, 2022

Hikers in Canyon Country in Utah

‘We Belong in These Spaces’: This Family Wants Outdoor Adventures for All

Camp Yoshi expeditions bring together people of color and their allies in spaces often considered inaccessible.

May 5, 2022

May 22, 2022

Have Wine, Will Travel

Roblar Winery

Travel Awards 2022: Top Wine Tasting Experiences

Sample the best that wine country has to offer at these next-level tasting experiences.

September 6, 2022

September 9, 2022

La Boisson wine bar at Fleur Noire Hotel

This Palm Springs Rosé Bar Is the Cutest (and Tiniest) We Ever Did See

Bottles of bubbly and rosé abound all day at one of the city's hottest new hotels.

April 12, 2022

August 10, 2022

The Columbia Gorge Is a Wine Region to Watch—and a Majestic Getaway

In the Columbia Gorge, there's a natural wonder—or good glass of wine—around every corner.

October 1, 2021

February 22, 2022

13 New Hotels in Wine Country

Four Seasons Resort & Residences Napa Valley is just one in a slate of new hotels opening in wine country up and down the West.

October 7, 2021

May 11, 2022

Get Camping

Denali National Park

Set up Camp at a National Park with Our All-Seasons Packing Guide

You need gear that can handle the extremes of any season.

June 2, 2022

July 12, 2022

Lifestyle image dog bed

All the Gear You Need for Your Dog’s Best Camping Trip Ever

Make hiking and camping with your dog easier on yourself with some of our favorite products to pack.

June 6, 2022

June 7, 2022

Yuba colorful tent The Get Out

The Best New Tents for Every Type of Camper

Whether you're camping in your backyard or suspended from trees (seriously) we have the tent for you.

May 27, 2022

May 23, 2022

Rivian Camp Kitchen induction cooktop

No Fire? No Problem. Camp Cooking Solutions (and Great Dishes, Too)

Cooking in the great outdoors can feel more daunting than ever. The solution: Try these dishes that are low on flame but high on flavor.

May 13, 2022

August 24, 2022

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