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Your California vacation

The land of perpetual sun and bronzed bodies isn't just for glam socialites and cashed-up celebs; California is also the place for fun on the cheap. Hit the sands of Manhattan Beach or pick up some knick-knacks at Maclin Markets. If you want a taste of the high-life, take a cruise along Mulholland Drive for a peek at some of the most opulent homes in the country. Bring the family to Disneyland or explore Yosemite National Park. If you just feel like chilling out and watching a good (and often free) play, head to the Greek Theatre in Griffith Park.

From San Francisco to Los Angeles and Palm Springs to San Diego, with CheapTickets, your California vacation can be a bargain bonanza.

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Cheap California Vacation Packages

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa

4 stars
3.8 / 5 64 reviews
Multi-million dollar renovation transforms AAA Four Diamond resort A multi-million dollar renovation elevates Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa to a new plateau of excellence. This 550-room retreat set on 22 acres adjacent to the Pebble Beach Company's Del Monte Golf Course affords services and amenities expected of the area's largest luxury conference hotel. Leisure and business guests alike enjoy the spacious lobby, two outdoor heated pools and spa tubs, full-service spa, and restyled accommodations -- some especially treated for the allergy-prone. Highlights Newly renovated guest rooms12,000 sq. ft. full-service spa24-hour fitness centerGuest preferred tee time at Del Monte Golf Course RoomsGuests select from a wide range of room designs and levels of luxury, from standard to the 2,500 square foot standalone President's House villa. Choose from hypo-allergenic rooms, rooms with golf course or pool views, suites, or Regency Club rooms with access to a private lounge. Each restyled room features Hyatt's signature Grand Bed with sumptuous white linens, fluffy pillows, and duvet comforter atop a pillowtop mattress. Guests enjoy standard amenities including Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply), in-room safe, individual climate controls, 32-inch LCD flat-panel television, iPod docking stations, iHome alarm clocks, and refrigerators. Bathrooms feature walk-in rain showers and marble floors and countertops.  Features The luxurious property features Accista Spa showcasing Monterey-inspired treatments and a full service salon. A 24-hour fully-equipped Stayfit fitness center, six tennis courts, two heated swimming pools, spa tubs, table tennis, and two pool tables offer onsite exercise. Bicycle rentals and tennis lessons are also available. Golfing guests enjoy preferred tee times at the adjacent Del Monte Golf Course and are just six miles to the famed Pebble Beach course. Camp Hyatt provides young guests with "vacation within a vacation" activities geared to children ages three to 12.   The TusCA Ristorante serves authentic Tuscan cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. The Fireplace Lounge is a comfortably chic location in which to enjoy live jazz and signature cocktails. Knuckles Historic Sports Bar, with its family friendly atmosphere, features a menu of 20 beers on tap and has been voted Monterey's No. 1 sports bar for five consecutive years. Transportation Monterey Airport (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Complimentary airport shuttle Nearby attractions Cannery Row (2.5 mi/4.0 km)Monterey Bay Aquarium (2.9 mi/4.6 km)Carmel-by-the-Sea (4.7 mi/7.5 km)Pebble Beach Golf (6 mi/9.6 km)Monterey County Wineries (17 mi/27.3 km) BusinessBusiness center with computers, laptop connection ports, and copy and fax services40,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space19,000 sq. ft. exhibit space32 meeting rooms
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BEST WESTERN PLUS Las Brisas Hotel

3 stars
4.0 / 5 51 reviews
Newly renovated, economical Palm Springs hotel with mountain views Best Western Las Brisas Hotel offers newly renovated, comfortable rooms in an ideal Palm Springs location. Just minutes from the beautiful San Jacinto Mountains, the hotel is close to downtown Palm Springs, Knott's Soak City and Palm Springs Convention Center. Guests can relax and enjoy the outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub while taking in the California sunshine. A complimentary full hot breakfast is served daily, and other budget-friendly amenities include a guest laundry and free Wi-Fi.  Minutes from San Jacinto MountainsClose to downtown Palm SpringsFree Wi-Fi Best Western Las Brisas Hotel is close to numerous local attractions, including Spa Resort Casino, Palm Canyon Drive, San Jacinto Mountains, Indian Canyons and Children's Discovery Museum. Guest rooms at Best Western Las Brisas Hotel are welcoming spaces designed for business and leisure travelers. Oversized work desks and ergonomic chairs help business travelers get work done easily. The earth tones, soft lighting and plush bedding in every room creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere that is irresistible after a busy day spent sightseeing, hiking or working. Each room features refrigerator, cable/satellite TV, iron and ironing board and free Wi-Fi.  Best Western Las Brisas Hotel offers a complimentary full breakfast with American favorites. Specialties include omelets and Belgian waffles cooked to order, juices, fresh fruits and pastries. La Cantina, the on-site bar at Best Western Las Brisas Hotel, features a friendly atmosphere and a cozy, Mexican-themed bar area. Guests can luxuriate in comfort in the nicely landscaped pool area. Flowers and palm trees surround the pool and hot tub, and guests can relax while taking in the view of the mountains. A tropical gazebo bar serves drinks and appetizers. Palm Springs International Airport (2.5 mi/4.1 km) Village of Palm Springs (1.4 mi/3.1 km)Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City (6.2 mi/9.9 km) Business centerMeeting roomsFree Wi-Fi throughout hotel 
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Days Hotel - Hotel Circle

3 stars
3.6 / 5 798 reviews
Convenience and value with gourmet restaurant near SeaWorldJust minutes from SeaWorld and Mission Bay, the Days Hotel - Hotel Circle offers convenience and value in comfortable accommodations. The hotel features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. An on-site restaurant, Bunz Burger Joint, serves gourmet farm-to-table burgers and hot dogs and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Highlights Dine in gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and milkshakes at the on-site Bunz Burger Joint Luxuriate in the outdoor pool or hot tub Located minutes from SeaWorld and Mission Bay Free wireless Internet access RoomsAll of the 280 rooms at the Days Hotel - Hotel Circle were renovated in 2010. Today, most rooms come standard with mini-refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and ironing board. Business place guest rooms feature a work desk and include a daily snack pack with bottled water. Deluxe kitchenette guest rooms feature an efficiency kitchen, complete with utensils and dishes. Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access is available throughout the property. FeaturesThe Days Hotel - Hotel Circle is the highest-rated Days Hotel in the San Diego area and the property is a member of the California Green Lodging Program. All guests receive free parking. Guests also have complimentary access to a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub in the on-site laundry facility. Bunz Burger Joint serves breakfast, gourmet burgers, hot dogs, shakes and more for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. TransportationMTS Bus (Across the street)San Diego Trolley (1 mi/1.5 km)San Diego International Airport (7 mi/13 km) AttractionsOld Town (1.9 mi/3.1 km)San Diego Zoo (3.1 mi/5 km)Point Loma (3.5 mi/5.6 km)Qualcomm Stadium (4.1 mi/6.6 km)Sea World (4.4 mi/7.1 km)PETCO Park (4.8 mi/7.7 km) Business1,150-square-foot meeting room Policies and fees A valid credit card will be required upon check-in and will be authorized as a deposit for daily incidental charges.
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The Opal San Francisco

3 stars
3.5 / 5 499 reviews
Historic hotel and spacious suites -- walking distance to Union Square Dating back to 1908, this five-story Union Square hotel still boasts the stained glass windows, period antiques and other decorative touches that hearken back to a simpler time. Rooms are clean and efficient; spacious work desks are popular among business travelers. Other amenities include a complimentary on-site fitness center and 24-hour coffee and tea service, as well as a complimentary breakfast buffet. Highlights Walking distance to shopping in Union SquareHistoric architecture, decorative touches24-hour coffee and tea serviceComplimentary breakfast buffet Rooms Each of The Opal's 164 guest rooms features central air and heat, cable television and complimentary high-speed Internet. (There's also free Wi-Fi in the hotel lobby.) Suites include small sitting areas with plush sofas. A handful of rooms have windows that look out onto the bustling Union Features The hotel has received a three-diamond rating from AAA and was selected as the Crescent Hotel and Resorts "Hotel of the Year" in 2008. A baby grand piano welcomes visitors to the lobby of The Opal -- a public area decorated to invoke the way it looked when the hotel debuted in 1908. Elsewhere on the property is a 24-hour laundry facility (fees apply) and car rental desk (fees apply; rentals also can be facilitated by the concierge). All guests have complimentary access to a state-of-the-art on-site fitness center. Guests also are entitled to a complimentary breakfast buffet every morning. After a long day exploring the city, grab a milkshake and a tuna melt at the on-site outpost of Mel's Drive-In, a 1950s-style diner that has become a San Francisco institution. The restaurant is open 24 hours on weekends. Transportation San Francisco International Airport (45 minutes)Oakland International Airport (40 minutes)MUNI bus (5 minutes walking)Cable car stops (15 minutes walking)BART (18 minutes walking) Attractions Union Square Theater DistrictEmbarcaderoSan Francisco Museum of Modern ArtAT&T Park Policies and fees Debit cards are not acceptable at check-in. Overnight Parking is available (fees apply).
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Millennium Biltmore Hotel

4 stars
3.9 / 5 273 reviews
Enjoy Old-World elegance at this famed downtown L.A. landmark Built in 1923 and designed along Continental motifs, Millennium Biltmore Hotel's gilded, ornate architecture is an immersion into a classic, bygone era. From the stately guest rooms and the elegant Rendezvous Court to the landmark Gallery Bar and Cognac Room, the hotel speaks to Los Angeles heritage by way of Old European charm. A Roman-style pool and health club adds to the allure of the hotel. Highlights Historic venue that's hosted kings, presidents and celebritiesExceptional nightlife and dining options include Gallery Bar and La Bisteca Italian steakhouseRoman-style pool and health club Location The Millennium Biltmore Hotel's downtown location means L.A.'s vibrant cultural and financial districts are just blocks away. Nearby freeway access puts major business and tourist destinations within easy reach. Rooms Tones of warm gold, ivory and cream, accented by rich woods and plush drapery highlight each room. The stately furnishings, plantation shutters and marbled bathrooms complete the rooms' impeccable European decor. Each of the hotel's 683 guest rooms come either with a king bed or two double beds, Wi-Fi access (fees apply) and satellite TV with on-demand movies. Upgraded business-class rooms include 42-inch flat screen TVs, radios with MP3 docking stations and wider work desks and credenzas. Features All Millennium Biltmore Hotel guests have complimentary access to the Roman-style indoor pool and health club. For lively Continental dining, try the acclaimed Smeraldi's, and for succulent Italian-style steaks and fresh seafood, La Bisteca is hard to resist. Sai Sai offers exceptional Asian cuisine.   Take a seat at the legendary Gallery Bar or retire to the Cognac Room, with its lovingly preserved early-20th century memorabilia, for world-class cocktails. Groove to terrific jazz and blues standards on Friday and Saturday nights. Transportation Closest Metro Station: Pershing Square (2 blocks)Union Station (9 minutes)Bob Hope Airport (23 minutes)Los Angeles International Airport (23 minutes) Attractions Museum of Contemporary Art (less than 1 mi/1 km)Griffith Park & Observatory (10 mi/17 km)Grauman's Chinese Theater and Hollywood Walk of Fame (8 mi/13 km)Rodeo Drive/Beverly Hills (11 mi/18 km)Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade (15 mi/25 km)Universal Studios Hollywood Theme Park (10 mi/17 km) Business 24-hour full-service business center70,000 square feet of flexible meeting spaceFive ballrooms, nine breakout rooms, exhibit hall and executive boardroomOn-site audio-visual specialists
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Cheap Flights
Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
San Francisco Los Angeles Wed, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 15 $158
San Diego San Francisco Wed, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 15 $158
Portland San Diego Tue, Sep 24 - Tue, Oct 1 $88
Portland Sacramento Sun, Jul 14 - Mon, Jul 15 $148
San Francisco Orange County Sat, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 28 $118
Seattle Ontario Wed, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 8 $208
Los Angeles San Jose Fri, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 24 $138
Las Vegas Oakland Sat, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 10 $98
Las Vegas Long Beach Wed, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 19 $130
San Francisco Burbank Sat, Jun 22 - Tue, Jun 25 $161
Las Vegas Fresno Wed, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 20 $126
San Francisco Palm Springs Tue, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 14 $138
Denver Santa Barbara Tue, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 5 $158
San Diego Monterey Tue, Jul 23 - Fri, Jul 26 $184
Los Angeles Arcata Thu, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 26 $442
Los Angeles Santa Rosa Tue, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 20 $172
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Best time to take a vacation to California

  • Best Time to Go

    California vacations are popular throughout the year because much of the state has a very mild climate. At the same time, however, it does cool off during the winter, making it more difficult to enjoy the beach. You can save money during the winter because many of the beaches slow down during these months, which brings about fewer tourists. You can also avoid lineups at many tourist destinations during the winter. Do not miss the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, held at the end of April in Indio and features some of the most famous bands in the world.

Insider tips for California travel

  • Hearst Castle Estate

    Tour the Hearst Castle estate and its large collection of antiques and art.

  • Summer Concerts

    Summer concerts are held all over the state, with the Hollywood Bowl and the Ford Amphitheatre being popular locations.

  • Hollywood Comedy

    California travel is not complete without a trip to a Hollywood comedy club, such as the Laugh Factory, where you are sure to see a surprise special guest.

  • Santa Cruz Boardwalk

    The Santa Cruz Boardwalk is less popular than Santa Monica, but is preferred by most who visit this location.

  • Sea World

    While SeaWorld gets most of the attention, the Monterey Bay Aquarium features a number of great exhibits in a more personal environment.

California highlights

  • California highlights

  • San Francisco

    A solid hippie history and picturesque city center make this trendy hub a must for California travels. Ride a cable car, indulge your taste buds in Chinatown, hit Fisherman's Wharf, and marvel at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge -- a 1.7-mile span between San Francisco and Marin County that draws nine million visitors each year.

  • Los Angeles

    The City of Angels may be filled with its share of sinners, but there's no escaping the "anything is possible" vibe that comes over you when you arrive. Hollywood is a California vacation must-see, and while it's not the movie-making hub today that it once was, it still leaves visitors star-struck. The Santa Monica Boulevard is also worth a look, so get your bronze on.

  • Anaheim

    It's hard to think of a California vacation without your inner child getting a word in. Home of Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm and California Adventure, Anaheim is the hub of childhood joy. When you're not whizzing through the air on rides or taking in the magic of Disney, check out the Crystal Cove State Park for some magic of the natural variety.

  • Wine Country

    For a taste of the high life and some top-shelf wine while you're at it, make your way to California's Wine Country. Strewn with vines, artisan boutiques, laidback people and some of the prettiest scenery you're likely to see anywhere, Wine Country includes idyllic towns like the Napa Valley, Sonoma County and Santa Barbara. It's the perfect place to sit back, relax and let yourself indulge a little on your California travels.

  • Pacific Coast Highway

    For awesome views and some great pics to show the folks back home, you can't beat a drive along this iconic stretch. During the day, you'll get sun-drenched ocean scenes to snap in places like Big Sur and Orange County, and by night you'll see a sea of glimmering lights and the glowing moon. Take your significant other for an extra-special moment, if you know what we mean…

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