Ben Davidson, Correspondent
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Hawaii escapes: Exploring Oahu’s North Shore and windward East Side
From ziplines to waterfalls, plate lunches and luaus, here's an action-packed itinerary for your next tropical getaway.
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Walk on the Wild Side: Birding and wildlife watching in California’s coastal redwood forest
Spotted owls and other creatures great and small await in Bay Area forests.
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Mammoth Lakes’ rustic alpine hideaways are perfect for fall
Gorgeous fall color, crisp autumn air and expansive views make Mammoth Lakes a perfect getaway right now.
Hawaii post-fire: 9 great reasons to visit Maui now — and help the locals too
From the relatively uncrowded Road to Hana to upcountry delights and tropical beaches, here's how to enjoy a Hawaiian vacation while helping Maui's tourist-dependent economy.
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The best Bay Area seafood shacks in Half Moon Bay and Point Reyes
If you’re hankering for some fresh or barbecued oysters, crispy calamari, a bowl of steaming clam chowder or a plate of grilled local halibut, here are a few suggestions for...
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Discovering the Bay Area’s hidden beaches
Let the crowds descend on Stinson and Ocean beaches. We're headed for seven glorious stretches of sand you may have never realized even exist.
Oregon Travels: 12 awesome things to do in Bend, from museums to brewery hopping
From a Hopservatory to the High Desert Museum, here's what to do, see and eat in Central Oregon.
Hawaii’s Pacific pathways and winding trails offer plenty of (almost) free adventure
There’s no denying that a trip to the tropics costs a pretty penny, but the coastal pathways and winding trails on Maui, Kauai, Oahu and the Island of Hawaii offer...
Cascade Mountain High: Exploring Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park
Hiking, biking and basking in the glories of Southern Oregon's famous National Park is easy to do. Here's where to go and what to do, from hikes to trolleys.
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Bay Area Outdoors: Riding the electric mountain bike revolution
Love to mountain bike, but your knees need help? Here's how to handle that -- and where to ride around the Bay Area.