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23-03-2025
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‘Off Road Confidential' special takes viewers across California coast
. (NewsNation) — NewsNation is taking off on a road trip to remember. From the beautiful redwoods to the stunning coast, and bustling cities to charming small towns, NewsNation special 'Off Road Confidential,' made in association with Visit California, is finding hidden gems for the everyday traveler and connecting with the people who make these places unforgettable. Gabriel Ornelas made stops in five must-see California places. The views in Marin County, California, give visitors that 'quintessential' vacation feeling: 'I didn't know this was California,' Ornelas said. He visited the county, located between San Francisco and wine country, for one leg of 'Off Road Confidential.' Ornelas got the chance to try some local cheese, take a horseback trek and admire the view from Point Bonita Lighthouse. 'There's amazing institutions, restaurant institutions, for oysters, clam chowder,' Ornelas said. 'You get a little bit of that East Coast feel on the West Coast, which is so nice.' Carmel-by-the-sea in Monterey County, California, is the southernmost stop on NewsNation's 'Off Road Confidential.' The multifaceted town's draws include local wine, lots of shopping and premier hiking spots. One person Ornelas spoke to told him being in Carmel-by-the-sea is being 'surrounded by everything that's good in life.' In Half Moon Bay, which is located roughly 30 miles south of San Francisco, Ornelas ventured out onto the water on a kayak and dug into some locally-made artichoke bread. 'It's this little gem that's just south of the big city,' Ornelas told 'Morning in America.' 'And people should definitely take, you know, the coastal highway down.' Home to some of the biggest waves in the world, Ornelas describes the surfer-laden beaches near Half Moon Bay as 'stunningly beautiful.' 'It's this little beach town that really has this local vibe, and everyone is so nice. It's so charming,' he said. Ornelas discovered Sacramento's rich history and culture talking to the farmers who cultivate the region's produce. Ornelas' itinerary was packed with hidden gems — from food to fun for families, couples and even the solo traveler. 'It's a love letter. It's a postcard, a visual postcard, but really it's an invitation for people to get out, explore, discover California,' Ornelas said. The city's plethora of murals, tasty artisanal chocolate and the Mission District's beautiful Dolores Park make it a can't-miss destination, according to 'Off Road Confidential' host Gabriel Ornelas. 'So many people know it for Alcatraz, the Golden Gate, Fisherman's Wharf, which are all incredible,' Ornelas said. 'But there's so much more.' Whether Ornelas was making chocolate, choosing from 90 different pasta shapes or just taking a stroll in the city's steep streets, he told 'Morning in America' locals and tourists alike can feel welcome. 'San Francisco is for everyone, and you can find something, whatever you want,' Ornelas said. 'You can find something there.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-03-2025
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San Francisco offers artisanal adventures ‘for everyone'
(NewsNation) — NewsNation special 'Off Road Confidential,' made in association with Visit California, has arrived at its final destination: San Francisco, California. The city's plethora of murals, tasty artisanal chocolate and the Mission District's beautiful Dolores Park make it a can't miss destination, according to 'Off Road Confidential' host Gabriel Ornelas. 'So many people know it for Alcatraz, the Golden Gate, Fisherman's Wharf, which are all incredible,' Ornelas said. 'But there's so much more.' 'Paradise': Carmel-by-the-sea is a magical getaway in wine country Whether Ornelas was making chocolate, choosing from 90 different pasta shapes or just taking a stroll in the city's steep streets, he told 'Morning in America' locals and tourists alike can feel welcome. 'San Francisco is for everyone, and you can find something, whatever you want,' Ornelas said. 'You can find something there.' Ornelas also made pit stops in Sacramento, Point Reyes, Half Moon Bay and Carmel-by-the-sea on his journey. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
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‘Paradise': Carmel-by-the-sea is a magical getaway in wine country
(NewsNation) — Carmel-by-the-sea in Monterey County, California, is the southernmost stop on NewsNation's 'Off Road Confidential,' a series made in association with Visit California. According to host Gabriel Ornelas, the multifaceted town's draws include local wine, lots of shopping and premier hiking spots. One person Ornelas spoke to told him being in Carmel-by-the-sea is being 'surrounded by everything that's good in life.' 'A real sense of community. The people, they're so generous, they're so welcoming. And there's definitely something special there,' Ornelas said. Marin County, California, gives 'East Coast feel on the West Coast' Ornelas got out on the trails, tried some wine and enjoyed the view from Monterey Bay — and he said locals hope others will too. 'There is such richness in culture. They're welcoming to tourists,' Ornelas said. 'They want people to come. They want people to stay and play and enjoy.' Ornelas also made pit stops in Sacramento, Point Reyes, Half Moon Bay, Carmel and San Francisco on his journey. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
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Marin County, California, gives ‘East Coast feel on the West Coast'
(NewsNation) — 'Off Road Confidential' host Gabriel Ornelas says the views in Marin County, California, give visitors that 'quintessential' vacation feeling: 'I didn't know this was California.' Ornelas visited the county, located between San Francisco and wine country, for one leg of 'Off Road Confidential,' a NewsNation special in association with Visit California. He told 'Morning in America' that Marin County is 'really untouched in a lot of ways. There's a lot of farming communities, and so there's so many activities. There's so many things to do.' Sacramento showcases 'farm to fork' eating Ornelas got the chance to try some local cheese, take a horseback trek and admire the view from Point Bonita Lighthouse. 'There's amazing institutions, restaurant institutions, for oysters, clam chowder,' Ornelas said. 'You get a little bit of that East Coast feel on the West Coast, which is so nice.' Ornelas will also make pit stops in Sacramento, Point Reyes, Half Moon Bay, Carmel and San Francisco. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-03-2025
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Sacramento showcases ‘farm to fork' eating
(NewsNation) — Gabriel Ornelas, host of 'Off Road Confidential,' says the NewsNation special in association with Visit California is the 'ultimate California adventure.' Ornelas discovered Sacramento's rich history and culture talking to the farmers who cultivate the region's produce. This 30-minute special will take viewers on a virtual road trip to some of Northern California's most picturesque places. 'It's a love letter. It's a postcard, a visual postcard, but really it's an invitation for people to get out, explore, discover California,' Ornelas said on 'Morning in America.' NewsNation presents 'Off Road Confidential' in partnership with Visit California Ornelas' itinerary is packed with hidden gems — from food to fun for families, couples and even the solo traveler. Hailing from Southern California, Ornelas told NewsNation the series was a chance for him to rediscover the magic of the Golden State. 'There are elements of the state that I've been to, but it was 15 years ago, 20 years ago,' Ornelas said. 'I've evolved as an individual. I've grown a lot, and so to experience it in this way was so, so incredible.' Ornelas will make pit stops in Sacramento, Marin County, Point Reyes, Half Moon Bay, Carmel and San Francisco. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
