PEOPLE Magazine showcases “Reason to Love California” in special edition
Hazel Hernandez
April 1, 2025
As part of Visit California’s ongoing partnership with Dotdash Meredith, PEOPLE Magazine released a special 100-page issue titled Reasons to Love California. The publication brings Visit California’s “California Love” brand platform to life through one of America’s most trusted lifestyle voices, offering readers an exclusive look at Celebrity California.
The edition celebrates the Golden State’s entertainment legacy, cultural richness and natural beauty — featuring 230 celebrities across its pages. Editorial highlights include:
- A feature commemorating Disneyland’s 70th anniversary
- A roundup of California’s most iconic set-jetting locations
- Spotlights on celebrity-led philanthropy following the Los Angeles wildfires
- Profiles of celebrity restaurateurs across the state
- A look at California’s influence on music and awards season moments
The magazine hit newsstands nationwide in late March, with 200,000 copies in circulation. It’s also available via Amazon Print on Demand and digital platforms including Apple News+ and Magzter.
Reasons to Love California expands on Visit California’s popular California Questionnaire digital series, which showcases well-known personalities sharing what makes the state special to them. Visit California and Dotdash Meredith collaborated closely on celebrity selection and editorial direction to ensure brand alignment and message cohesion.
In addition, the issue highlights Dotdash Meredith’s donation to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank in support of wildfire relief efforts — reinforcing the publication’s commitment to purpose-driven storytelling.
This initiative underscores the power of celebrity, storytelling and cultural relevance in elevating California’s brand on a global stage.
