Destinations

Join California Live’s Vicki Johnson, as we celebrate Derby Day at Santa Anita Park. Experience full fields, huge pools, and major Kentucky Oaks as California’s top contenders chase their spot in the Run for the Roses. From the Derby Day 5k and Spring Carnival to Craft Beer Festival and exclusive dining experiences, it’s a full day of racing, food,...

The travel mom, also known as Emily Kaufman, stops by California Live to shares fun destinations you can reach by car.

Join California Live’s Jessica Vilchis and Canyon Spirit’s Director of Culinary Strategy, Kaelhub Cudmore, as they tell us more about their recent route expansion into the American Southwest. Canyon Spirit’s luxury adventures give their passengers a rail experience like no other, with its stunning landscapes and delicious culinary dishes. To learn ...

California Live’s Amber Pfister is in Santa Monica with the owner of Splatter Studio where you can create bold, abstract art through splatter painting!

California Live’s Amber Pfister gets an exclusive first taste at the Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival, a three-day celebration of LA’s vibrant culinary scene at the Santa Monica Barker Hangar. Hosted by Tastemade, the festival brings together award-winning chefs, world-class wineries, and inventive cocktails for one unforgettable weekend of fla...

With the kids back in class, now is the perfect time to start planning vacations for the school year. California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with Kathy Buccio about fun travel ideas like train trips through Europe – where the journey is part of the adventure. Trainline, Europe’s most downloaded rail app, makes it easy to plan a trip with something...

Join California Live’s Vicki Johnson and Dawn McCoy, lifestyle expert, aboard RoyalPrincess as they explore unforgettable destinations and the best of what Princess Cruises has to offer. From vibrant Mexico and the California Coast to Hawai , discover how easy and immersive vacationing can be – no flights needed, just pure cruise bliss from Los Ang...

California Live’s Amber Pfister joins Cat Huynh, West Coast Managing Editor of Secret Media Network, for a tour of California’s best-kept secrets. From a Latin-owned stationery shop in Highland Park to scratch-made ice cream in San Diego and a dim sum jazz club in San Francisco, these hidden gems prove there’s always more under-the-radar fun to exp...

California Live’s Jobeth Devera visits San Jose’s legendary Winchester Mystery House with paranormal investigator Jerry Buteyn of West Coast TAPS. Once a private residence, the sprawling mansion has become an architectural enigma and a must-see destination for visitors eager to discover whether the house is really haunted.

From a cozy Laguna Beach cottage to a rooftop bar at The CAMP in Costa Mesa, AhbA blends eclectic design, fresh takes on comfort food, and warm hospitality. California Live’s Amber Pfister and chef Jamie Gwen stop by to meet founder Nick Bennett and taste the dishes that make this spot a local favorite.

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis hits the scary, star-packed red carpet for the premier of the annual terrifying event taking over Universal Studios, “Halloween Horror Nights!”

California Live’s Amber Pfister is in Long Beach at Crack Burger chatting about Long Beach Burger week and the delicious details that burgers lovers can look forward to!

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with wine and travel expert, Daniela Garrido, about some very gorgeous staycations that all happen to be in California’s wine countries.