CALIFORNIA | WEEKEND GETAWAY

Saddling up at Hunewill Guest Ranch

02:40 PM PDT, July 03, 2008 , By Hugo Martín

A vaquero's grandson tests his wrangler genes at a dude ranch that seeks to offer an authentic Western experience but still must compete with luxe resorts and cruise lines.

CALIFORNIA | WEEKEND GETAWAY

Planning your trip to Hunewill Guest Ranch

02:49 PM PDT, July 03, 2008 , By Hugo Martín

CALIFORNIA'S ROOTS

Planning your trip to see California's Mexican roots

05:01 PM PDT, June 27, 2008 , By Christopher Reynolds

CALIFORNIA TRAVEL

On the trail of California's Mexican past

12:55 PM PDT, June 27, 2008 , By Christopher Reynolds

The era was brief, but influential. Revisit those years with a classic road trip. Not every history lesson includes margaritas, but this one does.

TRAVEL NEWS

New storm warnings raise fire risk in Northern California

09:43 AM PDT, June 27, 2008 , By Eric Bailey

GAY & LESBIAN TRAVEL

Hey, gay couples: Need a place to tie the knot? Honeymoon?

03:28 PM PDT, June 18, 2008 , By Mary Forgione

California’s tourism commission is recommending 10 potential sites, including several with outdoors appeal and a hotel that’s throwing in a membership to the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.

VACATION RENTALS

Vacation rental homes offer a unique experience

06:29 PM PDT, June 17, 2008 , By Christopher Reynolds

For the thrifty or adventurous tourist, vacation rentals are a good alternative to the usual motel.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA | FAMILY TRAVEL

Redwood: The land of the big trees

06:27 PM PDT, June 09, 2008 , By Avital Binshtock and Mary Forgione

In Northern California, Redwood National and State Parks stand tall.

WEEKEND GETAWAYS | FOOD + WINE FESTIVALS

11 great beer festivals of the West

01:49 PM PDT, June 09, 2008 , Los Angeles Times Staff Writers

TRAVEL NEWS & TIPS

New Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco opens

02:23 PM PDT, June 06, 2008 , By Jane Engle