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5 Affordable Weekend Getaways in California

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There is no doubt that California has a lot to offer. Los Angeles and its surroundings might be famous, but there are many other places that you can discover and that are far more interesting. If you want to travel to California and discover this amazing part of the country but don’t know where to start your journey, I have put together a list of 5 affordable weekend getaways that you can add to your bucketlist. All of them are great options for longer stays, too. Here’s what made it on the list.

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In California It’s Peak Seaweed Season. Let’s Go Foraging

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Many beachgoers have probably seen seaweed washed up on shore. We take a trip to the California coast to forage for seaweed.

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The 5-Planet Alignment Is Here — These Are the Best Places in California to See It

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The entire month of June brings an astronomical wonder to behold. For the first time in 18 years, five planets — Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Saturn and Mercury — will be aligned in the night sky and visible to the naked eye. Mark your calendars for June 24, when the view is expected to be exceptional: Stargazers who wake up wicked early (30 minutes before sunrise) should be able to see a beautiful, waning crescent moon between Venus and Mars. The best place to enjoy this cosmic happening is far from artificial light pollution, where inky skies make the planets incredibly vivid. 

We’ve found eight dark corners of California ideal for soaking up this otherworldly display. We don’t think there’s a better excuse for a summer road trip. That’s why we’ve also included places to stay — from rustic campgrounds to charming resorts. 

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10 Best Places to Visit in California, from a Longtime Travel Writer

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LOS ANGELES — What separates our favorite travel destinations from the rest? The way memories linger.

If you’re looking for a list — maybe you want to get a taste of California without involving the Hollywood sign — I’ve picked 10 places that resonate most deeply for me. This is the list that, after having covered California travel, nature and culture for more than 30 years, I find myself reciting most often.

I feel a certain depth in these places, and usually ease too, perhaps because nobody needs to sell them. You show up, take a deep breath, listen a little, have a look around, and you are reminded of what makes California unique.

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Have You Been to the Best Hippie Town in California?

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Possibly one of the “hippiest” places in all of America; this California desert town is specifically known for its eclectic, peace-exuding qualities.

According to a list put together by Thrillist, the best hippie town in California is Joshua Tree. Joshua Tree is truly a place for all hippies to gather. Thrillist noted that even before the area rose in popularity with the rise of social media; the original settlement was made up of very free-spirited residents.

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The 9 Best Cities to Visit in California

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Home to some of the most beautiful cities in the USA, it is no wonder that so many of us are left California dreaming of a trip to America’s iconic Golden State. From San Francisco to Santa Barbara, the state is full of buzzing pockets of paradise that deliver the excitement of city life alongside the tranquillity of idyllic mountains and valleys.

Boasting 420 beaches, California is bursting with opportunities for riding the waves, exploring the waters and – of course – relaxing on the shoreline. With its stunning cities nestled in the most beautiful natural settings while also delivering exquisite art, music, culture and nightlife scenes, it comes as no surprise that California is one of the most popular states in the U.S.

You are also guaranteed to experience a sense of deja vu in this iconic state, with many of its cities featured in some of the biggest blockbuster movies. So, if you are planning to visit this spectacular American state but are not sure where to begin, check out this list of the 9 best cities to visit in California.

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California Could Shrink Water Use in Cities by 30% or More, Study Finds

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LOS ANGELES — Green lawns, old appliances and leaky pipes all consume significant amounts of California’s water, and researchers have calculated in a new study that the state could reduce water use by more than 30% in cities and suburbs by investing in measures to use water more efficiently.

The study by the Pacific Institute, a water think tank in Oakland, also found big untapped potential for urban areas to reduce strains on overused rivers and aquifers by investing in local projects to recycle more wastewater and capture more stormwater. While the researchers determined large water-savings could be achieved throughout the state, they said the biggest potential lies in Southern California for reducing water use indoors and outdoors, reusing treated wastewater and collecting more runoff when it rains.

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Have Gas Prices Hit Their Peak? What Experts Say as Prices Trend Downward

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FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — Good news for those hitting the road for spring break–gas prices have fallen in the last week.

The national average price is $4.10. According to GasBuddy, gas prices in the Fresno area have dropped to an average of $5.47 a gallon.

Those prices in Fresno are almost three cents lower than just a month ago but still higher than what we saw a year ago.

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California Sees Meager Drop in Gas Prices This Week

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(STACKER) — The average U.S. gas price as of Monday tumbled six cents from last week, following President Joe Biden’s release of 1 million barrels of oil per day for the next six months from the country’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

While a six-cent-savings at the pump might feel like a major win, it’s not exactly $2.3 billion back in your pocket. Skyrocketing oil prices over the last month have greatly benefited oil companies, with ExxonMobil announcing Monday that the company will post a massive profit increase in the first quarter of 2022: up to $2.3 billion on oil alone.

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DMV Now Offers Online Driver’s License Testing Options

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Sacramento – The California Department of Motor Vehicles is now offering online options so customers who need to take a driver’s license knowledge test can complete the requirement at home before visiting a DMV office.

For customers renewing a license with a knowledge test requirement, the DMV offers two options. In addition to a remote version of the traditional knowledge test, there also is an interactive eLearning course available.

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