Spring might be California’s most underrated season. Wildflowers spill across coastal dunes, desert gardens burst into bloom, and mountain lakes thaw just in time for the first paddles of the year. These retreats put you right in the middle of it -- from Monterey Bay’s windswept shoreline to Palm Springs’ citrus-filled courtyards and Big Bear’s pine forests. 🌼 #california #californiahotel #usatravel