The Ultimate #California Bucket List: 23 places to see, as recommended by a native Californian, photography junkie, and perpetual traveler, aka yours truly:

California dreamin'...

Petal to Plate returns to Carlsbad! Awesome food, drinks and spa packages that will bring the flowers of the destination to life! https://visitcarlsbad.com/petaltoplate

From historic Southern charmers to mountainside escapes, these are the most beautiful college hotels for alums to bed down.

Everyone is invited to visit San Diego County this fall and take part in the annual Kids Free October celebration! All month long the little ones will get a chance to play and explore attractions, tours, museums and more for FREE. This special promotion is a unique chance for families to get out, enjoy the local activities and experience some of the best of what Oceanside and the rest of San Diego County has to offer, all at a discount!

As the weather turns cold on the East Coast, nothing sounds better than a southern California getaway.