Hawaii Travel: Winter whale watching adventures in Maui
One of the greatest nature shows on Earth comes to Maui each winter, when thousands of giant humpback whales congregate in the shallow, warm water channels near Maui. Here's how...
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Oregon Getaway: Portland woos with brews, doughnuts and books
Portland's Pearl district boasts coffee houses, taprooms and some incredible New Orleans-style doughnuts that marry beignets and croissants.
![Marin has a fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years, starting in the days of the indigenous Coast Miwok people. The county’s early 19th century era of pastoral ranching, dairy farming and redwood lumber harvesting changed rapidly with the establishment of large military bases, a wartime shipyard and the opening of the Golden Gate […]](https://www.eastbaytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/SJM-L-MOUNTBIKE-0000-14.jpg?w=132 "Marin has a fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years, starting in the days of the indigenous Coast Miwok people. The county’s early 19th century era of pastoral ranching, dairy farming and redwood lumber harvesting changed rapidly with the establishment of large military bases, a wartime shipyard and the opening of the Golden Gate […]")
Bay Area Day Trips: Road tripping to Marin’s portals to the past
Marin has a fascinating history that stretches back thousands of years, starting in the days of the indigenous Coast Miwok people. The county’s early 19th century era of pastoral ranching,...
Secret Muir Woods: There’s a hidden back door to this popular park
Normally, you need much-sought-after reservations to get into popular Muir Woods. But there's a back way in that will delight hikers. Here's how to get there.
Maui: Hawaii’s haven of fitness, wellness and mindfulness
From coconut yoga to snorkeling with turtles, here's how to hit reset on the beach.
California mountain adventures: Mammoth Lakes summer vacation frolic
Heading for the Eastern Sierra this summer or fall? Mammoth Lakes vacation frolics include kayaking, mountain biking, hiking and tasty adventures, too.
The best mountain bike trails in Southern Oregon’s eastern Cascades
No matter what level rider you are, there’s ample mountain biking terrain that’s just right for you in Southern Oregon, from beginner pump and jump tracks for kids to steep, fast and...
Ashland, Southern Oregon’s mountain biking nirvana
Take a mountain bike shuttle up Mount Ashland, then ride down a network of incredible trails and back to the city of Ashland for craft beer, artisan pizza and other...
Liquid Aloha: Hawaii’s 14 best lobby lounges and bars
These gorgeous hotel bars on Maui, Oahu, Kauai and the Big Island offer ocean breezes and spectacular views as well as tropical cocktails and bites.
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Bay Area hikes: Exploring the hidden lakes of Mt. Tamalpais
Head for Mount Tam's lakes for bird watching, hiking and picnic fun.