The gift suggestions here all have two things in common: They’re small enough to stow in a stocking, and they give off serious big California energy. What’s big California energy, you ask?

For those seeking comfortable accommodations, the Weekend Getaway in California box offers two-night stays at a selection of ...

Some of these adventures (like the Anacapa visit, for gull-related reasons) are best enjoyed in winter or spring, when the gift is still fresh in the recipient’s memory. But most are evergreen ...