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Reach California's Most Engaged Outdoor Travellers

Weekend Sherpa helps destinations, tourism partners, and outdoor brands reach high-intent travellers actively planning their next getaway in Northern and Southern California.

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  1. Years icon
    Years
    Trusted California Travel
  2. Subscribers icon
    40–50%
    Email Open Rates
    Across NorCal & SoCal
  3. Take Action icon
    Take Action
    on Recommendations
  4. Drive + Fly Markets icon
    Bay Area + SoCal
    Drive + Fly Markets
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About Weekend Sherpa

Trusted Destination Storytelling

For 20+ years, Weekend Sherpa has helped Californians discover remarkable outdoor destinations through authentic, inspiring storytelling.

Our readers aren't casually browsing - They're actively planning their next weekend, road trip or outdoor escape.
We partner with destinations and brands that value meaningful engagement over interruptive advertising.

Why Our Audience Matters

  • They Plan Trips icon

    They Plan Trips

    Readers actively look for weekend getaways, road trips, hidden gems, and seasonal adventures.

  • They Take Action icon

    They Take Action

    87%

    of readers act on recommendations — not just read them.

  • They Trust Editorial icon

    They Trust Editorial

    No clutter. No programmatic. Native storytelling they can rely on.

Campaign Approaches

Three Powerful Ways to Partner

  • Sponsored Story icon

    Sponsored Story

    Native storytelling in our email newsletter and on weekendsherpa.com

    • Great for seasonal campaigns, events, new openings, and shoulder season
    • Includes newsletter placement and social promotion
    View Example→
  • Walkin' and Talkin' icon

    Walkin' and Talkin'

    Founder-hosted, on-the-ground video storytelling for social-first discovery.

    • Destination-driven or personality-driven (featuring local experts, guides, artists & more)
    • Short-form video for Instagram Reels and Stories
    View Example→
  • Editorial Takeover icon

    Editorial Takeover

    One complete issue dedicated entirely to your destination.

    • Typically 4-5 original editorial stories
    • Professional photography
    • Evergreen content with continued promotion in our emails and on social
    • Optional Walkin' and Talkin' video content
    View Example→

Recent Destination Partnerships

  • Reno Tahoe

    Reno Mountain High

    Reno Mountain High
  • Mariposa County

    Autumn Magic in Yosemite Mariposa County

    Autumn Magic in Yosemite Mariposa County
  • The SF Peninsula

    Take the Exit to the Best of the SF Peninsula

    Take the Exit to the Best of the SF Peninsula
  • Peninsula Open Space Trust

    11 Wildflower Walks, One Bloom-Filled Guide

    11 Wildflower Walks, One Bloom-Filled Guide
  • Washington State Tourism

    Sublime San Juan Islands

    Sublime San Juan Islands

Why Partners Choose Weekend Sherpa

  • Trusted Storytelling icon

    Trusted Storytelling

    Editorial-quality content that builds credibility and inspires travelers.

  • Evergreen Impact icon

    Evergreen Impact

    Stories live on our site forever and continue to be promoted in our emails and on social.

  • High-Intent Audience icon

    High-Intent Audience

    We reach travelers who are actively researching and planning their next trip.

  • Authentic Discovery icon

    Authentic Discovery

    We highlight real places and real people, helping destinations stand out in a crowded market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work with destinations outside California?

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Our audience is focused on Northern and Southern California travelers, and most partners are California destinations. We also work with destinations in nearby drive-and-fly markets that Californians love to visit — get in touch and we can talk through the fit.

Can campaigns be customized?

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Yes. Every campaign is built around your goals, whether that is a single Sponsored Story, a Walkin’ & Talkin’ video, a full Editorial Takeover, or a combination across the year.

Can Northern and Southern California be targeted separately?

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Yes. Our email and site audiences are split between NorCal and SoCal, so campaigns can run in one region or both.

What is an Editorial Takeover?

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One complete issue dedicated entirely to your destination — typically 4–5 original editorial stories with professional photography, promoted in our emails and on social, with optional Walkin’ & Talkin’ video content.

What is Walkin’ & Talkin’?

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Founder-hosted, on-the-ground video storytelling made for social-first discovery. Episodes can be destination-driven or personality-driven, and are cut as short-form video for Instagram Reels and Stories.

Do partners receive photo and video assets?

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Yes. Partners receive the photography and video produced for their campaign to use in their own channels. We will confirm usage terms as part of your agreement.

How far in advance should we plan?

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Seasonal campaigns work best when booked 6–8 weeks ahead, and Editorial Takeovers benefit from a little more lead time for travel and production. Reach out early and we will find dates that work.

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Let’s Tell Your Story

We’d love to learn more about your goals and explore how we can help you reach California travelers in a meaningful way.

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