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Northern California articles

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Written by our Northern California specialists, our travel articles are designed to give you a closer insight into Northern California, along with our top recommendations on what to do and where to go.

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Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California

Trip report: Northern California

Reporting from the road, former Wexas marketing executive Claire Benktander drove from San Francisco to the wine regions of Napa and Sonoma. Read her review for an insight into this spectacular road trip.

Seal basking on rocks in Californian Harbour

Where to see Sea Lions & Seals on the Pacific Coast Highway

Arguably one of the most overlooked draws of Highway One, the abundant sea lion and seal population is both fascinating and adorable. If you don't know where to look to find them, follow our guide to the best places to spot California's favourite marine life.

American road

Exploring California by car

Wexas USA specialist George Clissold picks out the ultimate introductory self-drive trip to California, taking in city greats, prestigious wine regions and UNESCO-listed natural wonders.

Joushua Tree National Park, Greater Palm Springs, California

California Dreaming

Wexas USA specialist Patrick Griffin brings us off the beaten track of California to give his expert recommendations on the Golden State's wines and desert enclaves.

Retro Style on a Luxury Road Trip

Make a self-drive holiday luxurious

From renting classic cars to planning high-end picnics, these tips will help you craft a luxury self-drive holiday.

Hoodoos, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

Free Entrance to US National Parks: the Centenary & Other Times to Visit

The vision of 19th century artist, George Catlin, America’s National Parks Service has grown from humble beginnings, starting with just one park. The veritable grandfather of it all – Yellowstone – was once protected from poachers and misuse by the U.S. Army, a trend that continued to the second na…

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