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Wintertime in California is perhaps the Golden State’s most magical season.

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Summer might feel far away, but beach-goers will be flocking back to the famed Jersey Shore in just a few months.

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If late last summer you wandered over to the beaches of Narbonne in France’s Languedoc-Roussillon region (lucky you), you may have seen something unfamiliar: three billowy white tents and, in the sand, wooden deckchairs and canopy beds topped with white cushions—a bonafide beach club.

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Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

If you drive about an hour away from the chaos of the Puerto Vallarta Airport, down the highway through a bay surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Sierra Madre Mountains looming hefty in the skyline, palm trees and tropical greens waving for miles, you’ll arrive in Riviera Nayarit.

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The Caribbean region snags much attention during winter with its sunny, bone-thawing weather and binge-friendly cocktails.

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When it comes to traveling to Europe this winter, Spain might initially sound tempting, with its breathtaking beaches, buzzing nightlife, irresistible food, and mild Mediterranean temps.

These Gorgeous, Warm Islands Are Europe’s Best Secret Winter Escape

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For decades, if not centuries, tourists have romanticized Hawaii.

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Winter in San Francisco is pretty spectacular.

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San Diego

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The holiday season has arrived in San Diego, and with it comes a flurry of winter-inspired activities that you can enjoy with clear and sunny skies as your backdrop.

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The Most Beautiful Places in California You Never Knew Existed

The Yosemite “Firefall,” giant sequoia trees, hot springs, and more.

A $100 Million Waterpark Is Coming to the Jersey Shore

The world's largest beachfront indoor waterpark will open next year in Atlantic City.

These Warm Weather Vacations Will Get You Stoked to Travel This Winter

Make like a bird and fly south.

The Most Relaxing Vacation Spots in the United States

At long last, it's time to chill out.

This 13th-Century Chateau Doubles as France’s Best Wine Resort

The beach pairs well with rosé.

Riviera Nayarit Is Mexico’s Dreamiest Beach Escape

Swim with whale sharks, lounge in a bungalow, eat birria.

This Mexican Surf Town Is Heaven for Beach Bums and Digital Nomads

Come for the surf, stay for the fish tacos.

Dance the Cold Away at These Caribbean Island Holiday Festivities

Skip lighting the tree—light the boat.

These Gorgeous, Warm Islands Are Europe’s Best Secret Winter Escape

Deserts next to tropical forests next to volcanoes next to tidal pools.

In 2022, Visit Hawaii with Mālama in Mind

New year, new philosophy.

24 Actually Cool Things to Do in San Francisco This Winter

Don’t be a Grinch—get out there this holiday season.

26 Actually Cool Things to Do in San Diego This Winter

Even locals love this stuff.