“The nominees are chosen by experts and reviewed by USA TODAY 10BEST editors, but it’ll be up to the public to choose the final winners,” says Zsembik. “We expect to be in the running with some big ...

If you love picture-perfect postcards and walking on shiny sand, you’ll adore this beach. Coronado blends history, architecture, and natural beauty into one of Southern California’s most iconic ...

One of California's most iconic cities is home to a "Funk Zone" that features incredible food, amazing art, and an ...

Hordes of bright blue, jellyfish-like sea creatures are washing up on beaches across California. As of Monday, thousands of the critters — called velella velella or by-the-wind sailors — have been ...