California
Plastic fantastic: You can now enter the life-sized world of Barbie
Before the much-anticipated Margot Robbie film’s release, fans in LA can immerse themselves in the world of the record-breaking toy.
- by Julietta Jameson
One of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods has overcome a bad reputation
For many years the San Diego neighbourhood of Barrio Logan was perceived as being on the wrong side of the tracks.
- by Tim Richards
Beacon Grand, San Francisco review, USA: Historic Californian stay's breathtaking restoration
Staying here also feels about as cool a place you'll find in 2023.
- by Craig Tansley
San Luis Obispo, California: The idyllic town most Australian visitors miss
San Luis Obispo is everything we come to California for, minus the tourists.
- by Craig Tansley
SFO Museum, San Francisco International Airport: One of America's coolest museums is inside an airport
The museum began as just a few pop-up spaces in the airport but now houses 40-plus exhibits.
- by Paul Chai
Palm Springs, California things to do: Tips from an expert expat
Palm Springs is stylish and fun - just try but beware the crazy hot summers.
- by Belinda Jackson
San Francisco food trucks: How to find the city's cult four-wheeled eats
To open a San Fran food truck you need to have great food, a good-looking truck, and be able to churn out thousands of meals without breaking a sweat.
- by Paul Chai
Airport review: San Francisco International, SFO
There are very few times in my travelling career when I have thought "Gee, I wish I had more time at the airport". This is one of them.
- by Paul Chai
Airline Review: United Airlines, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, business class, Melbourne to San Francisco
A truly golden way to get to San Fran.
- by Paul Chai
What you’ve missed: The 2022 guide to San Francisco
This cosmopolitan town is in a constant state of evolution and all about community.
- by Brian Johnston