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The Unique City In Southern California That Is So Much More Than Your Average College Town

by Natasha Kayes
on Feb 9
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8 Unique Trivia Facts About Northern California You Might Not Have Heard Before

by Kate Freeman
on Feb 9
Flags of the United States and California waving against a blue sky with clouds, surrounded by palm trees.
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10 Unique Trivia Facts About Southern California You Might Not Have Heard Before

by Natasha Kayes
on Jan 8
A film clapperboard surrounded by popcorn and film reels on a red velvet background.
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Most People Don’t Know This President And First Lady’s Gravesite Is Found Right Here In Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on Dec 12
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7 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots In Northern California

by Kate Freeman
on Dec 8
Aerial view of the Golden Gate Bridge spanning a bay, with hills in the background and vehicles on the roadway.

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15 Surefire Signs That You Have Strong Roots in Southern California

by Natasha Kayes
on Dec 5
A person in a hat raises their arms in peace signs, enjoying a sunset over the ocean from a car rooftop.
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It’s Official – Los Angeles’ Coolness Factor Outranks Almost Every City In America

Los Angeles ranks as the third coolest city in North America based on factors like record stores, microbreweries, tattoo studios, vegan restaurants, and thrift stores.

by Natasha Kayes
on Aug 30
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Shhh… This Northern California Town Has A Secret Season And It Is As Enchanting As It Sounds

Carmel-by-the-Sea in October offers sunny skies, warm days, and a unique "secret season" perfect for extending summer adventures.

by Kate Freeman
on Aug 28
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The Olive Capital Of Southern California Is One Of The Most Charming Small Towns You’ll Ever Visit

Los Olivos, California, known as the olive capital of the world, offers a rich history of olive and wine production.

by Natasha Kayes
on Mar 26
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The 5 Weirdest And Strangest Things That Have Ever Happened In Northern California

Northern California is home to numerous supernatural mysteries and urban legends, including Bigfoot sightings, the Alcatraz escape, and the mysteries of Mt. Shasta.

by Kate Freeman
on Jul 21
A person's sneaker rests on a large, sculpted foot print embedded in a stone path.
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12 Surprising Firsts That Northern California Can Proudly Claim

From the invention of the Popsicle to the birth of Apple, Northern California has been the birthplace of some truly groundbreaking firsts.

by Joanne Kraft
on Nov 4
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Some People Don’t Know That San Francisco Was The First To Do These 10 Things

San Francisco has been a pioneer in various fields, from technology to culture and cuisine.

by Julian Garr
on Jul 11
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Almost Nobody Knows That Parts Of The Iconic Movie “I Know What You Did Last Summer” Were Filmed In This Tiny Northern California Town

I Know What You Did Last Summer was filmed in Bodega Bay and other Northern California locations, making use of the area's foggy and rocky coastline.

by Kate Freeman
on Apr 15
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Almost Nobody Knows That Part Of The Iconic Movie Back To The Future III Was Filmed In This Quiet Southern California Town

Parts of the iconic Back to the Future III were filmed in the Southern California beach town of Port Hueneme.

by Natasha Kayes
on Apr 15
A train collides with a wrecked vehicle, creating a cloud of dust and debris on the tracks.
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11 Quirky Facts About Northern California That Sound Made Up, But Are 100% True

Discover quirky and fun facts about Northern California, including unique events, landmarks, and local legends.

by Kate Freeman
on Oct 30
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9 Ridiculously Weird But Totally True Facts About Southern California

Discover quirky and surprising facts about Southern California that even locals might not know.

by Natasha Kayes
on Nov 17
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You May Not Want To Hear How Much Money You Have To Make To Live In Northern California

Northern California is extremely expensive to live in, but it remains a beautiful region with desirable places to live.

by Emerson Curtright
on Jan 4
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10 Facts About San Francisco You Never Knew Were True

Discover 10 surprising and fun facts about San Francisco, from its unique history to quirky trivia.

by Julian Garr
on Dec 31
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10 Totally True Stereotypes San Franciscans Should Just Accept As Fact

San Francisco is known for its vibrant street parties, love of brunch, liberal views, and tech obsession.

by Julian Garr
on Dec 28
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Few People Know The Iconic Palm Trees In Southern California Were Actually Imported From Mexico

by Natasha Kayes
on Dec 14
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