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Jessica Iler
Founder & CEO, CA Girl Travels

Jessica Iler is the founder and CEO of CA Girl Travels. Jessica is a writer and entrepreneur combining her love of writing with traveling. Before that, she was a mom. And still is. Her goal is to cross off every destination her heart desires to visit. And to teach others how to do the same.

🏡 Home: Los Angeles and San Francisco, mostly LA
📍 Next Adventure: Mo’orea
🌟 Favorite Destinations: Paris, Anywhere in France or Spain, Mexico, California, Thailand
📚 Education: Simmons College BA in Economics and BA in International Relations
😎 Fun Facts: Once biked from San Francisco to LA in five days. Hates to fly and is a travel blogger…🤔
🛫 Window or Aisle: When you’re little, you think the window is cool; when you grow up, you realize the aisle is the best.


Jessica’s Recent Posts

  • Four people sitting on a sailboat looking at the water.
    15 Catalina Island Tours You Can’t Miss in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    February 22, 2024
  • People scurrying in an airport while pulling suitcases.
    San Jose Airport to San Francisco Private Transfer
    by Jessica Iler
    January 31, 2024
  • Sequoia National Park with a man standing on a giant Sequoia that is on its side. While a woman looks up at the man from the ground.
    Best National Park Tours From Los Angeles in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    January 30, 2024
  • A long drive way between vineyards in Napa Valley.
    Private San Francisco to Napa Tour: Fully Customizable
    by Jessica Iler
    January 26, 2024
  • San Francisco to Napa Car Service: Best Private Shuttle in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    January 25, 2024
  • A steaming gieser at Yellowstone National Park.
    12 Best Yellowstone Private Tours for Travelers
    by Jessica Iler
    January 24, 2024
  • Half Dome in Yosemite National Park in California.
    10 Best Yosemite Park Tours From San Francisco 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    January 22, 2024
  • A large large with swan boats in it as well as a fountain with downtown Los Angeles in the background.
    The 6 Best Tours in Los Angeles You Can’t Miss in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    January 17, 2024
  • How Much Does an Uber Cost From San Francisco to Napa?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 12, 2024
  • City Skyline during Golden Hour
    Does San Francisco Have 2 Airports?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 12, 2024
  • Muir Woods National Monument in Northern California.
    What Is the Best Place to See Redwoods Near San Francisco?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 11, 2024
  • Four people jumping into a pool and having fun.
    100+ Best Pool Captions for Instagram That Make a Splash
    by Jessica Iler
    January 10, 2024
  • Santa Monica beach in the summer with people swimming and wading in the waters off the beach. Santa Monica, California.
    Is the Water Warm in Santa Monica?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 10, 2024
  • A large cruise ship at sea.
    Where Do Cruises Depart From in California?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 5, 2024
  • A Malibu beach in Malibu California.
    Are Los Angeles Beaches Swimmable?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 4, 2024
  • A San Diego beach with sand, water and a pier.
    Is It Safe to Swim in San Diego From Sharks?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 4, 2024
  • Rough sea water in Big Sur crashing against a large rock.
    Can You Swim in Big Sur Beaches?
    by Jessica Iler
    January 3, 2024
  • Two cable cars in San Francisco passing each other on the street.
    How Much Does It Cost to Ride the Cable Cars in San Francisco?
    by Jessica Iler
    December 22, 2023
  • An aerial view of Union Square in San Francisco at night with a big Christmas tree lit up in the center.
    Is Staying in Union Square Safe?
    by Jessica Iler
    December 20, 2023
  • A girl stand infront of a red and white zodia sign in tiles on a giant wall.
    Is Chinatown in San Francisco Safe?
    by Jessica Iler
    December 20, 2023
  • A beautiful island with rolling hills and boats in the harbor.
    What Island Is One Hour Away From California?
    by Jessica Iler
    December 19, 2023
  • A hot man sitting on a beautifully tiled bench looking up at the scenery.
    Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden on Catalina Island
    by Jessica Iler
    December 18, 2023
  • A canal in Venice Beach, California lined by California houses.
    Where in Los Angeles Feels Like Italy
    by Jessica Iler
    December 13, 2023
  • Giant cliffs along the Pacific Ocean, Central Coast California.
    The Best Central Coast California Cities & Towns to Visit [A Local’s Guide]
    by Jessica Iler
    December 11, 2023
  • A man with skies on climping from one mountain of snow to another.
    5 Reasons Why This Lesser-Known California Ski Resort Should Be Your Winter Getaway
    by Jessica Iler
    December 6, 2023
  • A pale blue lifeguard stand with the number 10 on it sits vacant at Venice Beach in Los Angeles, California.
    Is the Water at Venice Beach Cold?
    by Jessica Iler
    December 5, 2023
  • A beach covered with sea glass at Fort Beach in California.
    Glass Beach in Fort Bragg California
    by Jessica Iler
    November 30, 2023
  • The Cypress Tree Tunnel in Point Reyes National Seashore, California.
    The Cypress Tree Tunnel in Point Reyes National Seashore
    by Jessica Iler
    November 30, 2023
  • Large cedar trees with Christmas lights line Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena.
    Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena
    by Jessica Iler
    November 28, 2023
  • A trestle bridge in California. The largest wooden trestle bridge in the world.
    Goat Canyon Trestle Hike: The Largest Wooden Train Trestle in the World
    by Jessica Iler
    November 27, 2023
  • Rock cliffs next to the water from above.
    7 Lesser Known California Small Towns You Should Visit
    by Jessica Iler
    November 24, 2023
  • An aerial view of Kauai with water and a lush green island.
    What Is the Shortest Flight Distance From California to Hawaii?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 22, 2023
  • An aerial view of Catalina Island.
    How Big Is Catalina Island?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 21, 2023
  • An aerial view of Sunset Cliffs Sea Cave and other sea caves in San Diego's Sunset Cliffs Natural Park.
    Sunset Cliffs Sea Cave in San Diego
    by Jessica Iler
    November 21, 2023
  • A woman happily driving a golf cart on a beach.
    Why Can’t You Drive on Catalina Island?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 20, 2023
  • A skier in the air on Mammoth Mountain in California. Mammoth Mountain received the most snow in 2023. A whooping 700 inches of snowfall.
    These 5 California Ski Resorts Have the Most Powder Days
    by Jessica Iler
    November 20, 2023
  • An aerial view of Catalina Island.
    Is Catalina Island Car Free?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 17, 2023
  • A path along water with a torquoise fence and a mountain in the background.
    Is There a Bridge to Catalina Island?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 16, 2023
  • An aerial view of Catalina Island, California.
    Do You Need a Passport to Go to Catalina Island?
    by Jessica Iler
    November 7, 2023
  • A woman and a child on ski walking up hill.
    Best California Ski Resorts for Beginners
    by Jessica Iler
    November 1, 2023
  • Best Places to See Snow Near Los Angeles
    by Jessica Iler
    October 30, 2023
  • Two skiers at the top of a mountain.
    These 6 California Ski Resorts Are the Snowiest According to New Report
    by Jessica Iler
    October 28, 2023
  • A pool inside the Tonga Room in San Francisco as it "rains"inside.
    27 Fun San Francisco Date Night Ideas by a Local
    by Jessica Iler
    October 25, 2023
  • Best San Francisco Bike Tours
    by Jessica Iler
    October 24, 2023
  • A patch of pumpkins sitting in the sun.
    The 5 Best Pumpkin Patches in Southern California [By a Local]
    by Jessica Iler
    October 20, 2023
  • The Bay Bridge and San Francisco from above.
    Best San Francisco Neighborhoods to Live in When There’s an Earthquake
    by Jessica Iler
    October 19, 2023
  • Two people next to Segways looking out onto water. The women is pointing at something toward the water and is wearing a bright red backpack.
    6 Best San Francisco Segway Tours
    by Jessica Iler
    October 17, 2023
  • Two turquoise bike leaning against a palm tree at the beach.
    Top 12 Los Angeles Bike Tours You Can’t Miss in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    October 13, 2023
  • A lush, green vineyard with a winery at the top of the vineyard in Temecula, CA.
    Best Time to Visit Temecula Wineries By a Local [2024]
    by Jessica Iler
    October 11, 2023
  • Four hot air balloon flying over a lake in Temecula, with their reflections on the lake.
    Best Time to Visit Temecula: Insider Tips From a Local [2024]
    by Jessica Iler
    October 9, 2023
  • Two men and one woman standing in a vineyard. One of the men and the woman are holding a glass of red wine while the other man holds the bottle as he is looking at it and discussing it.
    Top Ten Temecula Wine Tours You Can’t Miss in 2023
    by Jessica Iler
    October 4, 2023
  • A hot air balloon over vineyards and a lake in Temecula, California.
    Highest Rated Temecula Hot Air Balloon Tours in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    September 30, 2023
  • A picture of a lake from above, and part of the beach.
    5 Best Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tours in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    September 29, 2023
  • A woman taking a picture of the town of Avalon on her two days on Catalina Island.
    Ultimate Two Days on Catalina Island for 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    September 26, 2023
  • A person on a blow up swan and another person jumping in the water off a yacht while two women look on from the yacht deck.
    11 Best Lake Tahoe Yacht Charters to Book
    by Jessica Iler
    September 21, 2023
  • A woman in a red hat smiling while hanging off a speed boat in a lake.
    11 Best Lake Tahoe Private Boat Tours
    by Jessica Iler
    September 19, 2023
  • Mountains and water surrounding Catalina Island, California.
    How Far Is Catalina Island From Long Beach? A Local Explains [2024]
    by Jessica Iler
    September 16, 2023
  • San Francisco lit up at night.
    Best San Francisco Ghost Tours for 2024 [Local’s Pick]
    by Jessica Iler
    September 14, 2023
  • A man alone trekking across a very snowy mountain.
    Top 10 Lake Tahoe Winter Tours in 2024
    by Jessica Iler
    September 12, 2023
  • Three people in sheets and sunglasses being ghosts. The middle one is looking down at a book. The ghost on the right is holding a candle.
    11 Best Los Angeles Ghost Tours
    by Jessica Iler
    September 11, 2023
  • Two women smiling for the camera in front of a car full of half naked men during Gay Pride Parade in West Hollywood.
    21 Fun Things to Do for Your Birthday in Los Angeles
    by Jessica Iler
    September 7, 2023
  • How Far is Catalina Island from Disneyland? A Local Explains
    by Jessica Iler
    September 5, 2023
  • June Lake Loop in California's Eastern Sierra.
    June Lake Loop: A Scenic Drive You Must Experience [2024]
    by Jessica Iler
    September 1, 2023
  • A woman standing on skies looking at a child knelt in the snow on a snowboard, both on a very snowy mountain.
    Does It Snow in Lake Tahoe? Heck Yes!
    by Jessica Iler
    August 31, 2023
  • Two Gondolas in the air over a snowy landscape.
    Heavenly Gondola Ride Lake Tahoe: Everything You Need to Know
    by Jessica Iler
    August 31, 2023
  • A road in Lake Tahoe in the fall. With trees with bright yellow trees.
    Lake Tahoe in the Fall: Weather Tips & Best Places to Go [2023]
    by Jessica Iler
    August 29, 2023
  • The Painted Ladies in San Francisco, California. Which region of California is a tailored fit for your personality?
    California Travel Quiz: Which Region of California Is a Tailored Fit for Your Personality?
    by Jessica Iler
    August 27, 2023
  • A street with a huge sign that reads, "North Park." In North Park in San Diego, California
    North Park in San Diego: 23 Must-Dos [By a Local
    by Jessica Iler
    August 25, 2023
  • An aerial view of a beach in Malibu, California. California in December.
    California in December: 21 Best Places to Go [2024]
    by Jessica Iler
    August 24, 2023
  • A women snorkeling at the surface of the ocean.
    Best Time to Snorkel Catalina Island: By a Local
    by Jessica Iler
    August 23, 2023
  • A beach at the bottom of a cliff with many parasailing people.
    Blacks Beach Trail: Everything You Need to Know [By a Local]
    by Jessica Iler
    August 22, 2023
  • Large rock formation enclose the path at Hidden Valley in Joshua Tree National Park.
    Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree National Park: A Popular Hike
    by Jessica Iler
    August 21, 2023
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