Travel Ideas: Tips, Guides & Road Trips for the Western U.S. - Sunset

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Your Guide to the Ultimate Palm Springs Bachelorette Party

Plan your itinerary with these recommendations.

May 9, 2025

May 8, 2025

Disneyland Castle 70th Anniversary

Everything You Need to Know About Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebration

The iconic California destination is having a milestone birthday.

May 16, 2025

May 18, 2025

Music Festival

Keep an Eye Out for These Summer Music Festivals Across The West

The best summer festivals to add to your lineup.

May 15, 2025

May 17, 2025

Rivian Joshua Tree Charging Outpost Exterior

Rivian’s High-Design Outpost Near Joshua Tree Is the Coolest Charging Station We’ve Ever Seen

Plus, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe shares his thoughts on enjoying the great outdoors.

May 14, 2025

May 20, 2025

The Latest From Sunset

Woman Airport Suitcase

I’m a Travel Editor and These Are the Shoes I’ll Be Wearing to the Airport All Summer

The new ON Cloudzones are the perfect pair of tennies for summer travel.

May 23, 2025

May 22, 2025

CB2 Breton Metal Outdoor Sofa

Gifts & Shopping

These Are the Memorial Day Weekend Sales You Don’t Want to Miss

What to shop this weekend.

May 23, 2025

May 22, 2025

Chaos Gardening Big Red Sun

Why ‘Chaos Gardening’ Is the Wild Trend Taking Over Backyards Once Again

How to rethink untamed planting for a more resilient, beautiful backyard.

May 22, 2025

May 23, 2025

Culinary Travel

I Went Seaweed Foraging on the Sonoma Coast—Here’s What I Learned

A morning in the intertidal zones with Strong Arm Farm and Delphinium Wine Company tells a story of tide and terroir.

May 22, 2025

May 23, 2025

Plan Your Next Trip

2025 is Officially the Year of the Summer Staycation. Here Are the Hottest Spots to Do It.

Staying closer to home is the trend of the season. Here are the most popular places to do it.

May 2, 2025

May 3, 2025

Bloedel Secret Garden House

Flowers & Plants

Secret Garden Gems of the West to Visit This Spring

Discover secluded oases, unique landscapes, and vibrant blooms in unlikely locations.

May 1, 2025

May 5, 2025

Surfer at Short Sands Beach Oregon

Outdoor Adventure

This Hidden Surf Gem Can Be Found on the Oregon Coast

Escape the crowds and catch a wave at this secluded summer haven.

April 25, 2025

April 24, 2025

Take Some Advice from the Insiders

Vancouver Fairmont Pacific Rim Exterior

The Ultimate Vancouver Itinerary, According to a Local

What to do, eat, and drink in Western Canada's biggest city.

May 6, 2025

May 4, 2025

West Sacramento with Bridge

This Northern California Town Is Going Through a Cultural Renaissance Right Now

Sure, there’s always Sutter’s Fort, but see for yourself how California’s capital has stepped out of its sepia-toned past and into a fashionable, foodie present.

April 28, 2025

April 28, 2025

Pictograma Vinicola Banyan Tree Veya

The Coolest Wine Region in the West Is Actually in Mexico

Your guide to Baja California's wine country.

April 25, 2025

April 28, 2025

Laguna Beach

10 Things Every Visitor Must Do and See in Laguna Beach, According to a Local

From enjoying fresh sushi to mountain biking and hiking, this is the ultimate itinerary.

March 4, 2025

February 27, 2025

Hotel Valley Ho

The Ultimate Scottsdale, Arizona Itinerary

What to eat, do, shop, and more in this gem in the Sonoran Desert.

February 10, 2025

February 12, 2025

Orange Torpedo Trips

This Is Idaho’s Best-Kept Secret for Outdoor Adventure

Plus, it's home to charming shops, delicious restaurants, and a great cup of coffee.

January 22, 2025

January 27, 2025

Get Outside

Yep, Getting Naked in Nature Is Still Trending. Here’s How to Do It (and Not Get Arrested)

Non-sexualized nudity in nature is still a thing. And it's liberating. Find out where to try it.

May 5, 2025

May 7, 2025

This Secret Cave Hike in the Sequoias Will Open for the First Time in Many Years

Crystal Cave will welcome visitors via reservation starting this summer.

April 2, 2025

April 5, 2025

The coastal cliffs at Sea Ranch Lodge in Sonoma, California

This Secret Stretch of the California Coast Is the Ultimate Spring Getaway

This secret season is the best time to visit this swath of Northern California coastline.

March 20, 2025

March 24, 2025

Hoodoos Bryce Canyon National Park

5 Pro Tips to Know Before You Visit a National Park

Heed your call of the wild with these top pointers.

August 20, 2024

November 3, 2024

Fun for the Whole Family

These Insider Tips Will Make Traveling with Kids So, So Much Easier

Having children in tow can actually be even more enriching than going it alone if you plan ahead using these tips.

March 26, 2025

April 1, 2025

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

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

Paso Robles

This California Wine Region Is the Underrated Hidden Gem You Need to Visit

Paso Robles is the Central Coast's hidden gem. Here's how to best enjoy it.

March 21, 2025

March 26, 2025

Hall Wines Art Rabbit

Here’s Why Art Is Becoming the Main Attraction for Wineries

A treat for all of the senses.

March 19, 2025

March 24, 2025

Temecula Horseback Riding

5 Wine Growing Regions Every Oenophile Should Visit

The places to steal away to for prime wine tasting experiences.

September 10, 2024

October 1, 2024

Dawn Ranch Food and Wine

These Are the Top Wine Country Hotels

These are the best wine country properties from Mexico to Northern California.

September 10, 2024

September 11, 2024

Essential Travel News and Tips

‘XZ Beta’ Multi-Generational Trips Are the Biggest Trend in Travel. Here’s How (and Where) to Do It.

The tips you need to make your next trip a success for the whole family.

April 28, 2025

May 4, 2025

Airplane

When Should You Book Your Flight? A Travel Pro Shares Game-Changing Advice

Prepare for takeoff.

April 29, 2025

May 13, 2025

Woman Airport Suitcase

This Is the Best Way to Maximize Your Credit Card Points for Your Next Trip

A travel pro weighs in.

April 25, 2025

April 29, 2025

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