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If you're considering breaking into the Bay Area real estate market, here’s everything you need to know before making a decision.
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Alameda
Alameda is an island city next to Oakland and a 20 minute ferry ride across the bay from San Francisco. This tiny town measures six miles long by one mile wide and is connected to Oakland by four drawbridges. The city is home to many V...Read More
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Discover Alameda County's Surprising Treasures
Here's your guide to Alameda County, a region rife with world-class restaurants, vibrant nightlife, chic shops, and cultural attractions.
The Best Coastal Towns in California to Retire
Pack your bags and live out your coastal retirement dreams in one of the best beach towns to retire in California.
The Best Cities to Raise Families in California
Whether you’re looking to live in a big city or adapt to a suburban lifestyle, there’s a perfect place to raise your family in California.
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Discover Alameda County's Surprising Treasures
Here's your guide to Alameda County, a region rife with world-class restaurants, vibrant nightlife, chic shops, and cultural attractions.
The Best Bay Area Beaches
Sink your feet in the sand and listen to the calming murmurs of the waves at the best Bay Area beaches you’ll ever visit.
The 13 Best Lakes in California
Whether you're looking to go camping or fishing, there’s a beautiful lake in California that’ll take your breath away.
The Chinatowns of California
From Oakland to Los Angeles, here are the Chinatowns in California you need to visit.
Health & Fitness
The Best Windsurfing Destinations in California
From the famed Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta to the epic Hurricane Gulch, here are the best places to go windsurfing in California.
Beautiful East Bay Hikes You Need to Try
Whether you want to conquer mountains or go chasing waterfalls, these are the best East Bay trails to explore now.
The Best Bike Trails in California
From forested dirt trails to paved beachside pathways, these are the best California bike rides to add to your itinerary.
The Top 7 Bay Area Parks to Explore This Weekend
Head to one of the Bay Area’s best parks to boost your mood, eat good food, and explore the great outdoors.
Real Estate
Curious About the Bay Area Housing Market? Here's What You Need to Know
If you're considering breaking into the Bay Area real estate market, here’s everything you need to know before making a decision.
The Best Coastal Towns in California to Retire
Pack your bags and live out your coastal retirement dreams in one of the best beach towns to retire in California.
The Best Cities to Raise Families in California
Whether you’re looking to live in a big city or adapt to a suburban lifestyle, there’s a perfect place to raise your family in California.
The 7 Most Affordable Places to Live in the Bay Area
It's no secret that the Bay Area is an expensive place to live, but luckily, there are still cheap places to live near San Francisco
Lifestyle
The Best California-Made Products for a Dreamy DIY Spa Day
Need to relax? Enjoy a spa day at home using handcrafted, organic spa products from California companies.
The California Black-Owned Businesses You Need to Know About
Do your part in promoting diversity and equality by supporting Black-owned businesses in California. Here are a few of our favorites.
Life-Changing Self-Care Products From California Brands
From essential oils and supplements to face masks and serums, these are the best self-care products that’ll change your life.
Incredible Women-Owned Businesses in California
The best way to create lasting change and back female entrepreneurs is to support incredible California women-owned businesses, so shop now.
Dine
Not Your Mama's Empanadas: The Bay Area's Best Cuban Restaurants
Check out the best Cuban restaurants in the Bay Area for your fix of craveably authentic dishes, from fresh empanadas to Cubano sandwiches.
The Bay Area Farmers Markets You Have to Visit
Freshly picked veggies, colorful organic fruits, quality olive oil, and lots of baked goods—find it all at the best Bay Area farmers markets
California's Plant-Based Milk Brands That'll Make You Ditch The Dairy
Whether you want something creamy for your morning latte or bowl of cereal, these plant-based milk brands are bound to please.
I Tried Olipop and This Is What You Need to Know
Read our honest review of Olipop, the popular fiber-packed, probiotic-laced sparkling tonic made in Oakland.
Entertain
Stunning Christmas Tree Farms in the Bay Area
Looking for the perfect tree this holiday season? Head to these stunning Christmas tree farms in the Bay Area.
Must-See Roadside Attractions in Northern California
From haunted homes to peculiar natural wonders, these strange roadside attractions in Northern California belong on your bucket list.
Incredible Black-Owned Bookstores in the Golden State
Whether you’re looking for new reads at used bookstores or adding books to your cart online, buy them from Black-owned bookstores.
21 Songs to Add to Your Playlist to Cure the Winter Blues
Instead of curling up in bed for the duration of December, beat the blues with a mood-boosting playlist featuring California artists.
Home & Garden
Where to Find Kwanzaa Decorations in California
Find out where you can buy Kwanzaa decorations and learn how to make Kwanzaa wreaths, Kwanzaa door decor, table displays, and more.
Together Fern-Ever: The Bay Area Plant Shops We Love
Whether you're looking for fiddle-leaf figs and ferns or airplants and succulents, these top Bay Area plant stores have you covered.
California Chic: The Home Decor Boutiques You Can't Miss
Determining how to decorate your home can be a huge challenge, but California's home decor boutiques provide great inspiration for each room
Forget Everything You Think You Know About Oakland
With so many things to do in Oakland—from grabbing a gourmet bite, to hiking, to picking up a sustainable garment—where should you go first?
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15 Scenic California Drives You Have to Experience At Least Once
Whether you want to explore the San Diego coast or the Sierra Nevada foothills, these scenic California drives can quell your wanderlust.
11 Scenic Drives in Northern California That'll Quell Your Wanderlust
The best way to appreciate the diversity of NorCal is by going on a scenic drive. Here are the routes you shouldn't miss.
The Best California Road Trip For Every Enneagram Type
Not sure where to travel to next? Here's the best California road trip for you based on your Enneagram Type.
Professional Services
Pet Adoption Requirements and Other Things to Know Before Adopting an Animal in California
Thinking about adding a new member to your family? Here's everything you need to know about California pet adoption.
Volunteer in California with These Incredible Organizations
Make a difference by volunteering in California with these incredible organizations. Volunteer today and devote your time to a good cause.
Helping the Unhoused: Needa Bee Advocates for Housing and Dignity for All
We talked to homelessness activist Needa Bee about her work with The Village and how everyday people can help the homelessness crisis.
The Dollar Diary: An Oakland Workweek on $16 Per Hour
See how much money a 25-year-old living in the Bay Area typically spends during the workweek.
News
Mysterious UFO Sightings In California
California is no stranger to inexplicable unidentified object sightings. From L.A.to Sacramento, these are the most mysterious UFO sightings
California Slang: Here's How to Talk The Talk From the Bay to the Beach
Want to talk like a Californian? Here are some of the strangest California slang words you need to know about.
S.F. Slang: The Bay Area Phrases That'll Have You Talking The Talk
Whether you're a first-time visitor or new resident, our guide to San Francisco slang will have you talking like a local in no time.
The Famous Californians You Need to Know
From world-class chefs to Hollywood stars, these famous Californians have greatly impacted the world with their creativity and talent.
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