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Travel Hotels Drop into these modern surf lodges for the ultimate seaside vacation. Read McKendree Wayfinder Waikiki guest room Share this story The West has played a huge role in the history of surf culture, so it’s natural that today, the region is home to some of the world’s best surf hotels. With lodging situated right next to epic breaks, there’s no need to check the morning Surfline report. All you need to do is take a peek out the window or a stroll down to the beach.

Travel Come for the festivities, stay for the local traditions and communities that make each destination worth the drive. Courtesy of Opolo Vineyards People eating oysters and drinking wine. Share this story California falls are a little different.

Travel Culinary Travel Embrace the seafaring lifestyle in this charming island in the Pacific Northwest. Getty Images beautiful Seascape at sunrise seen from Deception Pass in Washington State with water and rocks Share this story The tiny islands off the coast of Seattle are a little world amongst themselves.

Home & Garden Decorating & Design It’s a gallery-level space for couture. Ye Rin Mok Share this story It’s not often that the pièce de résistance of a home is its dressing room and closet, but the one in this 1920s L.A. Spanish-style home is a stylish anomaly. The state-of-the-art room was part of an extensive renovation of the 2,500-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bathroom home owned by a musician.

Food & Drink Add these to your grocery list. cemagraphics/Getty Images Share this story Take a peek inside the average person’s pantry and you’ll probably see the usual suspects of perishables: Olive oil, rice, canned beans, and maybe a bag of sugar. But if you ever wander into a professional chef’s home kitchen, you might be in for a surprise. As people who create mouth-watering, and often magical, meals for a living, professional chefs spend a lot of time thinking about what goes into each dish.

Food & Drink Recipes Juicy pomegranates, tart cranberries, and other seasonal produce deserve a place at the fall table. Western farmers and food experts share their favorite tips and tricks. Thomas J. Story Share this story Pumpkin spice has a way of taking over fall before the season truly starts. Starbucks has already released merchandise for its signature Pumpkin Spice Latte, and Krispy Kreme has brought back its Pumpkin Spice Cake Doughnut.

Travel Travel Tips Surfline’s Coastal Intelligence team shares relevant information on how to journey safely around the West Coast this winter. Getty Images Share this story This fall and winter, California’s coast is about to feel drastically different. Sea levels are running nearly a foot higher than normal. Waves are arriving bigger and more often. Beaches are narrowing fast. And for anyone planning to surf, swim, or just sit near the ocean over the next few months, the rules have changed.

Travel Insider Guides San José del Cabo has beaches for days, but it’s also the artistic and culinary hub of Mexico’s Baja California Sur. Courtesy of Hotel El Ganzo Share this story Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and shop.

Home & Garden Decorating & Design Style on a budget. Courtesy of CB2 Share this story The bathroom might just be one of the most overlooked rooms in the home. If you want to give it some love, it really won’t cost you that much to update the space. Add some new accessories like soap dishes, catchall trays, and toothbrush holders. Or get one of those organizers so you can streamline your makeup and skincare while also providing something nice to look at.

Travel Travel Tips These charming hamlets offer u-picks, cideries, pies, and so much more. Thomas J. Story Share this story When fall hits, we can’t help but think of apples. And while Washington is immediately where the mind goes, California’s Central Valley—the nation’s breadbasket—grows plenty of them too. In fact, 60% of California’s bearing acres are concentrated there, with El Dorado County leading the state in production. Most of that feeds the commercial market.