Dome Fire Helicopter Crash Kills Two Pilots
Pilots Greg King and Ryan Cutter died September 20, 2026, while fighting the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park.
California Travel News
In California, travel news means vacation destinations, transportation networks, airline routes and lodging updates. Coverage reaches across the state to capture shifts in tourism and transit.
Air Travel
Axis Jet Consolidates Charter Operations Under One Certificate
Modesto Executive Air Charter now operates as Axis Jet under a single FAA Part 135 certificate after combining prior charter operations.
Hotels
Live Poll
Should hotels be required to maintain fragrance-free common areas for guests with chemical sensitivities?
Law Firm Filed Hotel Synthetic Fragrance Lawsuits
Attorneys claimed hotel scent-marketing practices violate federal and state disability rights laws in California.
National Parks
First Partner Receives Golden Poppy Award
Jennifer Siebel Newsom was honored as a Golden State Parks Champion at a live-streamed event held at Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park.
Business Travel
Live Poll
Do you believe the arrival of premium chauffeur services improves travel in your local area?
Blacklane Expands Chauffeur Service Across California
The chauffeur service now provides coverage in Santa Barbara and Sacramento alongside a new route from Los Angeles.
Theme Parks
Live Poll
Do you plan to visit a theme park in the coming year?
California Theme Park Attendance Drops in 2025
Regional visitor numbers fell by 1.9 percent throughout 2025 as major parks faced mixed attendance trends.
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Day to day, that means airline schedules, seasonal destination trends, lodging and hospitality industry updates, and changes to travel infrastructure. It spans from the coast to the rural interior. Infrastructure projects and wildfire safety often dictate where and when people can travel across the state. Public transport availability and the seasonal surge in visitors remain the primary factors shaping the experience for travelers.