Visit California's Travel Trade Update | August 2024

Visit California’s Travel Trade Update | August 2024

Wednesday, Aug 28, 2024 0

10 super-scenic California road trips

Consider one of these classic road trips, rich with magical scenery like pounding surf, rolling hills, waterfalls and plenty of wineries. Most make for a great weekend or even day trip. Choose your favorites from these trips, listed north to south — then roll down the windows and get going.

Partner spotlight: Visit Fairfield

Discover some of California’s best-kept secrets in Fairfield, located in the heart of Northern California, just 45 minutes from Sacramento and San Francisco.

Fairfield is best known as the home of the world-famous Jelly Belly Candy Factory. This iconic attraction offers sweet and memorable tours and tastings for guests, including a self-guided factory tour and the new Jelly Belly Museum.

The Suisun Valley wine region is a close neighbor to the world-famous Napa Valley — but without the crowds. The region is home to more than a dozen tasting rooms, including Caymus-Suisun Winery and Bally Keal Estate, which is one of the only brewery, distillery and winery properties in the United States. The Suisun Valley wineries are known for treating their guests like family — just one reason the valley is winning the hearts of visitors from around the world. Suisun Valley was recently voted #5 for Best Wine Region, and Caymus-Suisun Winery was #9 for Best Tasting Room, in USA Today’s 10Best poll.

Get out and discover all there is to see and do in and around Fairfield with outdoor adventure such as biking, hiking and kayaking. Or sample delicious brews, taste award-winning olive oils, explore historic downtown Fairfield or experience a ride on an old train car at the Western Railway Museum.

With Sacramento, San Francisco and the Napa Valley all within a 45 min drive, the travel possibilities and adventures in and around Fairfield are endless.

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The best cooking classes in San Francisco

For every foodie traveling to California, there are vast culinary experiences to choose, from world class Michelin-starred restaurants to finding delicious beachside tacos. And what better way to experience more of what the Golden State has to offer by taking a cooking class. Take your culinary experience in San Francisco to the next level by taking one of these cooking classes.

Find paddleboarding paradise in San Diego

Stand-up paddleboarding is one of the most popular water sports in San Diego. A mixture of perfect temps, smooth waves and accessibility of equipment make for ideal conditions to stand up and glide around the waters of this beautiful destination.

Ways to play in Joshua Tree National Park

Fall is a great time to visit the desert, and Joshua Tree National Park is a fantastic destination to add to your dream desert vacation. Spanning 800,000 acres, this one-of-a-kind region offers otherworldly scenery but also easy ways to play. Here are five approaches to get you started.

California STAR agent training

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The chapters are great for every level of travel advisor selling product, from beginner to expert, and we just posted some great new luxury itineraries to check out as well. And as a bonus, all those who complete the new chapter training will be eligible to win a California themed prize!

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