featured WORK ⭒
A Costa Rican Getaway Elevates the Senses
Here's what a five-day itinerary in Costa Rican paradise looks like, from a barefoot nature walk to drinking a perfect cocktail.
Spinning the Globe with Purple Disco Machine
Grammy-winning DJ and producer Tino Piontek, best know as Purple Disco Machine, is having a great 2024.
A One-Way Train Ticket to Winter Wonderland
I am on a train in northwest Canada in absolute winter wonderland heaven.
Capture the Serengeti Like a Pro on an Expert-Led Photo Safari
Patience, presence, and the proper exposure allow me to capture this beautiful moment in Serengeti National Park.
Let's Go on a Spring Weekend Escape to Trondheim, Norway's Rising Star
Fjords for miles, storybook streetscapes, sunsets at midnight, and Michelin-starred restaurants..
Bom Dia! Getting Lost in the Magic on Madeira
Wine and waterfalls. Those were the first words that came out of my speechless mouth after returning from Madeira, Portugal's volcanic island off the northwest coast of Africa.
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WRITER⭒
California travels for the sense of belonging, to celebrate diverse cultures, and connect with other travelers along the way.
In addition to her writing for Fathom, she was a producer for The New Travel Conference, focused on helping the travel industry recover from the impact of Covid-19.
California is also a contributing author of Fathom’s book, Travel North America (and Avoid Being a Tourist).