California

DrFumblefinger visits Pioneer Cemetery -- a small but tranquil place in Yosemite Valley where an interesting assortment of grave markers reflect the varied nature of those who rest here.

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A new pickup area for taxis and ride-share services at the airport will make pickups more complicated, but possibly faster.

A little West Coast weirdness at a surfing competition for costumed dogs.

Jonathan L walks us through the history and color of one of Los Angeles' most popular attractions.

Airlines and the airport are adjusting flight schedules and reservations to get around three weeks of construction on one runway.

PortMoresby has a history of visits to this garden during more than half its 124 years, since the mid 1950's, and for her it never grows old.

PortMoresby has a good look at the de Young Museum's most recent incarnation in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park.

DrFumblefinger enjoys visiting Yosemite National Park in spring partially to see the Mountain Dogwood trees bloom.

The Ferry Building has been the heart of the Port of San Francisco since it's construction in 1898 and was also at the center of PortMoresby's summer commute.

PortMoresby turns misfortune into adventure when, after almost 6 decades of dependence on her car, discovers public transportation from one end of San Francisco Bay to the other.

Kai Rambow shares some spectacular views of the park, made as he worked to perfect his own craft as a photographer.