California Travel
Let Travel Today Work Tomorrow be your go-to guide for California travel. I moved to California in 2016 and have lived in southern and northern California.
From the moment we got here my husband and I made it our priority to explore this incredible state. We love discovering new and off-the-beaten-path locations.
What makes TTWT different?
I provide the local insight on these destinations but also I didn’t grow up in California! I am still very passionate and eager to travel and uncover as much of California as I can.
Read more about our travels and tips for some of the BEST California destinations.
My Favorite Posts About California
💎 Northern California
Is Glass Beach Worth Visiting & Best Spot to Find Sea Glass
🍷 Napa Valley Travel Guides & Tips
Planning
- First Time to Napa Valley: Ultimate Guide + Tips
- Day Trip to Napa Valley, CA
- How Many Wineries Can You Visit in a Day in Napa Valley
- How Many Days Do You Need in Napa Valley?
Tours
Transportation
- Is There Uber in Napa: How to Get Around Napa Valley
- Closest Airport to Napa Valley Wineries & Top Tips for Getting There
Time of Year
- Napa Valley in October: Things to Do, What to Pack, & Events 2023
- Napa Valley in November: Things to Do, What to Pack, & Events 2023
🍇 Sonoma
- San Francisco to Sonoma: Best Way to Get to Wine Country 2023
- Is There Uber in Sonoma: How to Get Around Sonoma 2023
🌉 San Francisco Guides
- Sutro Baths Hike: Ultimate Guide & What To Do Nearby
- 10 Best Alcatraz Tours San Francisco: Tips & Ultimate Guide
- Is The Alcatraz Tour Worth It: Review & Tips to Visiting the Prison
🌊 Day Trips from San Francisco
- Top 21 Romantic Things to do in Monterey
- Sausalito Day Trip From San Francisco
- Is Pescadero Worth Visiting? 7 Reasons Why You Should Visit
- 18 Awesome Things to Do in Pescadero, CA
- Best Way to Get to Muir Woods From San Francisco
- Is Muir Woods Worth Visiting: Why You Should Or Should Not Visit
- Your Ultimate Guide to Jack London Square, Oakland
- The Best Day Trip to Half Moon Bay, California
- Is Half Moon Bay Worth Visiting?
- Top 12 Monte Rio CA Restaurants & Where to Eat Nearby
🗻 Eastern California
- Hike Black Point Fissures: Slot canyons, Epic Views, & Volcanic Rocks
- Mono Lake Tufas, Hot Springs, & Slot Canyons
☀️ Death Valley Travel Guides
- One Day In Death Valley: Don’t Make These 6 Mistakes
- Taking Your Dogs to Death Valley National Park: Is it Worth it?
- How to Get to Death Valley: Ultimate Guide + Tips
- Where to Stay in Death Valley: A Must Read Guide
- Does it Snow in Death Valley: The Answer Will Surprise You
- Gas Stations in Death Valley: Tips For Your Road Trip
😎 Central California
- San Francisco to Big Sur Road Trip: 22 Awesome Stops
- Pfeiffer Beach is More Than Just The Purple Sand Beach
- Sand Dunes You Can Drive On Oceano Dunes
🍷 Paso Robles Guides & Itineraries
- Paso Robles Itinerary: Where to Wine Taste, Eat, Stay & More
- Is There Uber in Paso Robles: How to Get Around Paso Robles
- How to Get to Paso Robles, CA: Ultimate Guide & Tips
- Allegretto Vineyard Resort Reviews
🌴 Southern California
- Griffith Observatory: Best Location For a Sunrise Hike in LA
- Is Laguna Worth Visiting: 10 Top Reasons to Visit
- Is Palm Springs Worth Visiting: Find Out Here
- Palm Springs Weekend Getaway: 10 Must Things To Do
- Closest Airport to Palm Springs & How to Get There
🎁 Looking for that perfect gift for someone who loves California? Find over 20 unique and one-of-a-kind California-themed gifts for the person who likes to travel and loves everything California!
California Travel Planning Guide
🗓 What is the best time to visit California? You can’t go wrong when planning your visit to California, it is known for year-round incredible weather ☀️
However, the fall months from September to October, are the best time to avoid crowds and the summer fog, and perfect for spending time on the beach.
🚗 Should I rent a car? My answer is almost always YES! There are some big cities you can get away with not having a car, like San Diego, San Francisco, & LA. But California has so much more to offer outside of the big cities, such as Napa Valley, Monterey, Palm Springs, and Death Valley. It is also an epic location for a road trip!
✔️ Compare the best rate for car rentals in California here
🏨 What’s the best way to book my accommodation? Booking is a reliable site to book at thousands of hotels in California. They also have a great and flexible cancellation policy for no extra fee.
If you are traveling with a larger group, Airbnb & VRBO, have numerous unique options of accommodations throughout the state.
🧳 What do I pack for California? Layers are EVERYTHING in California. We have no humidity here, so expect chilly mornings and nights even during the summer months. Always pack a jacket and other layers for your trip.
💸 Budgeting for your trip to California California is an expensive state to travel to, so be prepared to spend a minimum of $100 a night for a budget hotel. The prices of restaurants and activities also add up. And California has the highest gas prices in the country, so shared car prices will be more expensive as well.
✈️ Booking your flight to California As you know, visiting California can be pricey! Save where you can and look for the best rate for flights on Skyscanner