Clara Hogan

Clara is an Oakland-based freelance journalist writing on travel, food, business, and life in the Bay. Proud native of the great state of Iowa. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

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Getaways

A Modern Guide to San Luis Obispo: Boutique Hotels, Fresh Eats + Wine Tasting

Getaways

Modern Guide to Carmel-by-the-Sea: Boho-Chic Stays, Fresh Eats + All the Wine

What's new and hot in California's most picturesque seaside village.

Workouts + Wellness

Hang Ten: Learn to Surf (at Last) at 6 California Surfing Schools

What Californian doesn't have "learn to surf" on their bucket list?

Drink Here Now

Oakland Wine Shops Redefine the Tasting Experience With Neighborhood Vibes + Organic Pours

Getaways

A Weekend in Ojai Through Rose-Colored Glasses

Travel

Semi-private flights from the Bay to L.A. are first class for the price of coach

With boutique airlines like JetSuiteX, you might never set foot in the airport security line again. Plus, free cocktails.

Guide to Hayes Valley: San Francisco's haven for shoppers, foodies + bon vivants

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6 Airstream Stays Along the California Coast

How to Plan the Ultimate Russian River Float Trip

14 Dog-Friendly Hotels Down the California Coast

A Modern Guide to San Luis Obispo: Boutique Hotels, Fresh Eats + Wine Tasting

Wild West Rx: Big country meets tiny homes at a tony Jackson Hole sporting club

Modern Guide to Carmel-by-the-Sea: Boho-Chic Stays, Fresh Eats + All the Wine

What's new and hot in California's most picturesque seaside village.

Hang Ten: Learn to Surf (at Last) at 6 California Surfing Schools

What Californian doesn't have "learn to surf" on their bucket list?

Oakland Wine Shops Redefine the Tasting Experience With Neighborhood Vibes + Organic Pours

Summer in Mammoth: Hiking, Biking, Yoga + Sunrise Hot Springs in the Famous Ski Town

Waterfalls, mountain biking, beers and more.

SoCal Escape: A Perfect Weekend in Pasadena

The Green Wine Trail: 10 of Napa's Most Sustainable Wineries

Cheers to Mother Nature.

A Weekend in Ojai Through Rose-Colored Glasses

Semi-private flights from the Bay to L.A. are first class for the price of coach

With boutique airlines like JetSuiteX, you might never set foot in the airport security line again. Plus, free cocktails.

10 Pumpkin Patches (That Are So Much More) in the Bay Area

SF's most expensive condo gets a lavish glow-up from Suzanne Tucker, asks $45 million

Pristine apartment in glorious Post Street Art Deco high-rise asks $775,000

Guide to Hayes Valley: San Francisco's haven for shoppers, foodies + bon vivants

Valencia Street goes car-free on weekend evenings for outdoor shopping, dining, and drinks

Essential Guide to San Francisco's Most Iconic Streets and Neighborhoods

Wish You Were Here: Quince's Summer Farm Feast, Presented by Capital One and Michelin Guide

Bread & Butter's new Napa tasting room takes a laid-back approach to wine

5 Favorite Beaches in Marin County