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Planning a California road trip? You’re looking at one of the best drives in the country. I’ve tackled this route from multiple angles, and here’s what actually works when you want to see the real California—not just the tourist highlights. This isn’t your typical “follow the crowds” itinerary. After years of exploring the Golden State,…

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This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase. Read Disclosure. Tuscany is a land full of vineyard-streaked hills, small towns with cobbled lanes, balmy beaches, and centuries-old romantic history. It’s where the setting sun simmers with golden light over cypress-spiked ridges,…

Growing up in Winsted, Connecticut, I learned early that New England doesn’t mess around with its seasons. We get four distinct seasons that hit different, and fall is absolutely the showstopper. When I was a kid hiking the trails around Winsted, I took those spectacular color changes for granted. Now, after years of traveling the…