How to See the Best of California in Only 7 Days

This summer you’ve decided to explore the West Coast but only managed to get a week off from work. You don’t want to feel overloaded, and you aren’t convinced there is enough time to get out and explore the best places California has to offer. I thought the same thing, so I set out to discover what you could actually do with seven days in this amazing state. What I discovered was pleasantly surprising. Not only can you see a ton of the amazing sights in California, but it can even be done at a leisurely pace.

So, if you’re unsure of where to start and how to organize your seven-day trip, I’m sharing my route with you that hits the best of the best this beautiful West Coast state has to offer — and then some. If you’re on a budget, you can also find cheap hostels to stay in Los Angeles and other cities in California kach.howe@gtravelgurus.com

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