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Spring 2026

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A couple walk through Sakura Garden At Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, Cherry Blossom Festival, Sun Moon Lake (Sunmoonlake), Nantou, Taiwan.

Each spring, thousands flock to famous cherry tree sites, including the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., and the Meguro River promenade in Tokyo. But there are plenty of lesser-known, stunning yet tranquil places to view them. Here are some unexpected destinations around the world to enjoy the exquisite sight and scent of white and pink cherry blossoms.

People enjoying the sunny day at Sunset Dunes park near Judah St. in the Outer Sunset District of San Francisco.

The Sunset is miles from Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, and Union Square, far from the go-go-go of SoMa or the hip hotspots of the Mission. But it’s more than worth a visit for anyone who wants to experience a bit of San Francisco as it once was and as it is now for San Franciscans.

Adventures in the West

Turquoise water beneath Havasu Falls in Arizona surrounded by red rock and greenery.

Where to marvel at cascades, from rewarding hikes to natural wonders just off the interstate.

Main Steet in Bisbee, Arizona.

Hidden away in Southeastern Arizona, this boomtown-turned-bohemian haven blends art, funky festivals, mining heritage, and a vibrant food scene.

The Last Supper, life-sized sculpture installation at the Goldwell Open Air Museum in Beatty, Nevada.

Between Reno and Las Vegas, Highway 95 unfolds into a gallery of ghost towns, desert art, haunted hotels, and star-crowded skies.

Car & Driving Tips

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The traction batteries in hybrids are good for a long time—but they do wear out eventually.

Finance Tips

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Older adults can be easy targets for bad actors. Here’s how to keep those in your life safe.

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