Glass Outhouse Art Gallery

Anyone who travels out this way to the Joshua Tree National Park will be quite close to The Glass Outhouse, as well as The Twenty-nine Palms Inn which is very historic and just across the street from the Historical Society Museum. There are additional places worth seeing in this area: Great Rock and the Integratron are places of interest, as well as Pioneertown.

The Glass Outhouse Art Gallery is

Chinatown San Francisco

San Francisco’s Chinatown is the oldest in North America and the largest Chinese community outside Asia. The first residents began building the community in the 1840s, and since then it has been highly influential in the history and culture of Chinese immigrants to the United States. Chinatown has been traditionally defined by the neighborhoods of North Beach, and Telegraph Hill. These areas are

Big Bear Mountain Resort

Fresh mountain breezes, clear blue skies and a unique blend of calming stillness and vigorous outdoor activities is what you will find at Big Bear Mountain Resorts located in the San Bernardino Mountains, approximately 100 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles.The towering aromatic pine trees, wild deer and squirrels that inhabit the two main areas that make up BBMR (Snow Summit and Bear

Santa Cruz Things To Do

Located south of San Francisco and just north of Monterrey, is Santa Cruz, an environmentally and socially progressive town known for its surf history. Still a big part of the scene, the city has evolved beyond surfing to include healthy living, friendly bike paths, art, and theater, all within walking distance to the beach. The area was once the location of an American Indian settlement, and one

Arcadia Day Trip LA Arboretum

The city of Arcadia is located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains about 13 miles north of downtown Los Angeles just off of California Interstate 210. There are several area attractions that are worth seeing as well as some great local mainstays.The Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum is the city’ s premiere cultural site and is a great place to begin your visit. Opened in 2001,

Birch Aquarium San Diego

Located in the La Jolla section of San Diego is the Birch Aquarium at Scripps. A great place for a day of family fun, the aquarium is the public part of the world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego. The center is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and hosts an average of over 400,000 visitors per year. On any given day school

Goldstar 4-pack for $30.00 One Day Deal

If you love to go to movies Goldstar has great deal for today only. These tickets are good at any Regal Cinemas, United Artists Theatres, and Edwards Theatres. It is for a 4-pack for $30.00, making the tickets $7.50 a piece with a small service fee. The great thing about these tickets is that they have no expiration date and they are valid for all movies and show times. No waiting 10 days after

Stanislaus River Rafting

Northern California sports some of the best whitewater rafting trips in all of North America, with trips to satisfy any thrill-seeker's most extreme need. But what about river rafting for the rest of us? Are there trips out there where you can get a rush while also being able to relax in the beautiful scenery of Northern California? There sure are, and the Stanislaus River is only about 1.5 hours

Orfila Winery Escondido

Orfila Vineyards and Winery are located on a 70-acre estate in Escondido, California. The winery is an ultra-premium boutique winery nestled in the picturesque San Pasqual Valley, approximately 30 minutes from San Diego, and on the way to the San Diego Wild Animal Park.Orfila has been the recipient of more than 1,000 medals in major national and international competitions. Orfila wines are

Bike Rides and Hiking Places Southern California

Southern california has year round perfect weather for hiking and biking. During the summer months stay close to the beach and let the ocean breeze keep you cool. Winter temperatures are just about always warm enough for outdoor activities. Whatever you decide, Mountain bike, Road Bike, Hiking or Running Southern California has hundreds of trails and parks waiting to be discovered. Listed here

Torrey Pines Day Trip

Torrey Pines State park is a beautiful wilderness reserve nestled in San Diego County. If you are a nature lover, it’s one of the wildest stretches of land left on the Southern California coast! With over 2,000 acres of untouched land, the reserve has long stretches of beachfront, and an amazing lagoon which is home to migrating birds. Visitors come from all over the globe to witness the

Palm Springs Day Trip

When you're checking off the list of reasons why you should plan a visit to Palm Springs, make sure to include, sunshine, great resorts, shopping, outdoor adventures, museums, and spectacular scenery. This oasis in the Mojave Desert has it all.While Palm Springs is often associated with beautiful rolling green golf courses, condos, and millionaires, visitors often miss the more "close-in"

Point Mugu State Park

Located in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in Southern California, Point Mugu State Park, also known to locals as Sycamore Canyon features more than 70 miles of hiking trails, and five miles of pristine ocean shoreline surrounded by the rocky bluffs and jagged pinnacles of the Boney Mountains State Wilderness Area. The natural environment creates a variety of adventures for

USS Hornet San Francisco Day Trip

Located in the Alameda California, near Oakland, is a national treasure known as the USS Hornet, a floating city that allows visitors to experience life as if you were out to see for months on end. Construction started on the Navy aircraft carrier in 1942, and it she was put into service shortly thereafter. She played a significant role in WWII, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and later was used

Wild Rivers $7.00 Off Coupon

Save seven bucks per person when you use this coupon Wild Rivers Water Park Coupon. Good for up to six people for a savings of $42.00.Wild Rivers has over forty water rides and is located in Irvine, CaliforniaDirections: 8770 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618, adjacent to the Irvine Meadows Amphitheater, just north of the El Toro "Y". From the 405 San Diego Freeway, take the Irvine Center

Beach Camping Southern California

Fresh ocean breezes, the sound of crashing waves and cozy nights by the camp fire. With hotel prices sky high camping on the beach is an affordable option. All along the Southern California coast are public campgrounds. Enjoy swimming, surfing, tide pools, hiking and biking. During the summer months advance reservations are a must, off season it's possible to drive right in and get hooked up with

Falkner Winery Winery Temecula

Founded in 2000, Falkner Winery is built on the peak of a 1,500-foot hill and offers visitors amazing views of the Temecula Valley from its pastoral front porch and its rolling grassy lawn. The wood-sided, vine-covered building houses a diverse tasting room with wooden beams and a long tasting counter and gift shop, while the picturesque grounds with sculptures, picnic areas and an outside

Heritage Valley California

Sometimes the best journeys begin with an interesting road trip. One that can be almost, if not be more exhilarating than your final destination. And here in California, we have plenty of wide-open highways that twist and turn and cut straight lines through some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the entire country.One such stretch of highway is State Route 126 that connects

California High Speed Rail Trip

California High Speed Rail trains operating at speeds of up to 220 miles per hour could be whisking passengers nonstop from downtown San Francisco to downtown Los Angeles in just under three hours by the year 2020, giving travelers an easy way to touchdown in major population centers, including Sacramento, San Jose, Riverside, and San Diego.
Imagine hopping on a high-speed bullet train at Los

Safari West African Wildlife Tours Santa Rosa California

Safari West Wildlife Preserve in Santa Rosa California lets you take a trip to Africa without leaving the Golden State. Safari West is a former sheep ranch transformed into an African Safari adventure. Guests can take a three hour tour led by an experience guide. You climb aboard a Safari truck and head out onto the bumpy roads of the preserve. The trip lets you take a African safari without the

Seaport Village San Diego Attractions

Designed to reflect New England clapboard and Spanish Mission architectural styles of early California, the three bustling shopping areas that make up the Village provides the right setting for grabbing lunch or dinner, browsing for trinkets, or just wanting to enjoy the beautiful San Diego waterfront with its endless photo opportunities.Seaport Village San Diego

Beverly Hills Day Trip Things to Do

Although most of Californians cannot afford most of the items that sparkle from the windows of the posh stores that line Rodeo Drive, a day trip to Beverly Hills will give you a chance to experience how the other half lives. Consider it like getting dressed up for the prom, or putting on airs at the local members-only country club.
Beverly Hills Day Trip

California State Parks Closures

California State Parks announced its plan to close up to 70 of its 278
parks.

“We regret closing any park,” said Ruth Coleman, director of California
State Parks, “but with the proposed budget reductions over the next two years,
we can no longer afford to operate all parks within the system.”
“These cuts are unfortunate, but the state’s current budget crisis demands
that tough decisions be

Summer Events Oceanside California

From world class sporting and surf events, to refined evenings with artists and filmmakers, the excitement never stops in Oceanside, Calif. Throughout the summer and fall seasons, the city offers a wealth of popular events for community members and visitors that showcase both the city's natural beauty and unique cultural heritage.
Oceanside Museum of Art, July-OctoberIn addition to its stellar

Fresno State Artistic Carousel Animals Exhibit

A stunning exhibition of historic, hand-carved carousel animals that are both works of art and cultural icons is coming to California State University, Fresno.
“Carousel Animals at Fresno State” will be shown at the Henry Madden Library from July 15 to Aug. 31. An online preview is athttp://www.fresnostatenews.com/carrousels/index.html.
Forty-four horses and other animals, plus displays on

Newport Dunes

Situated opposite of the multi-million dollar beach front properties that line the golden coastline of southern Orange County’s Pacific Coast Highway, the Dunes presents a 110-acre year-round aquatic playground at the entrance to the Back Bay nature preserve that the entire family can enjoy. Once you park at the Dunes, you won’t need to start your vehicle again until you leave; everything you

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Trip Advisor's recent ranking of Carlsbad, Calif. as one of the top 10 destinations for family fun in the United States comes as no surprise for the Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach. For the past 11 years, the property has been popular with families not only for its great value, but also due to its prime location at the beach and near the city's top family attractions.

"We've always known that

Water Taxi to SeaWorld San Diego Hyatt Regency Mission Bay

If you are planning a vacation to San Diego the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay offers a water taxi ride across Mission bay to SeaWorld. Guests can hop on a boat right at Hyatt's docks for a quick ride to a private entrance at SeaWorld. Everyone will appreciate avoiding the hassles of parking, traffic and long lines into the park. Fee is $5 for ages 10 and over. Ages 9 and under are free. Parking at

San Diego Three for One Pass

If you are planning a trip to San Diego the 3-for-1 Pass is your best choice for seeing the best San Diego attractions. Included with the San Diego 3-for-1 Pass unlimited admission to the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego's Safari Park and SeaWorld for up to five consecutive days. With nearly one week to use the pass this gives your more than enough time to see all three of these premier attractions.

Terranea Resort Pointe Discovery

A hallmark of the Terranea Resort experience is the deep connection the property shares with its extraordinary natural setting on the Pacific Ocean. The resort's newest offering- Pointe Discovery-- continues this tradition by blending recreation with a sense of place and personalized style.

"Pointe Discovery is an active-living store offering adventures that explore the rich local terrain and

New Thrills Coming to Southern California

Thrill seekers will be delighted to learn that Southern California's theme parks have been busy building new attractions for the 2011 summer season. New rides come in just about every flavor form mild to wild. Here is a round up of new attractions.

San Diego Zoo
The Zoo's Pandas have a brand new crib. Panda Canyon complete with landscaping that matches the bears habitat in China. Not to be out

'SEA Days' at Birch Aquarium at Scripps

Celebrate 'SEA Days' at Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Scripps Institution of Oceanography/University of California, San Diego

Experience Science, Exploration and Adventure for all ages this summer at
Birch Aquarium at Scripps.

SEA Days features multi-generational learning about cutting-edge research at
Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. Monthly events focus on
current ocean topics

Los Angeles Zoo Southern California's Other Zoo

The Los Angeles zoo is usually over looked because of the world famous zoo is in San Diego. The LA zoo is almost as big as the San Diego Zoo and has one big advantage over its competitor 100 miles south, price. Tickets to the Los Angeles Zoo are about a third of what they would cost you to go to the San Diego Zoo. Both zoos offer free parking, however if you live in the Los Angeles area and

World Ocean Day Celebration:

World Ocean Day Celebration:
Name a New Species of Deep-Sea Worms Discovered by Scripps Oceanography
Scientists

Celebrate World Ocean Day by helping Birch Aquarium at Scripps and
researchers from Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, name two
new species of deep-sea worms. One name will be selected from the public at
large and another will be chosen from a K-12 school.

Suggestions

Mothers Day 2011 Top Ten Things To Do

Mothers Day is May 8 this year and there are plenty of things to do other than waiting in a long line for brunch. This year do something really special for mom and take her for a day trip. Nothing will please mother more than spending the day with family and friends. Here are are top ten picks for things to do on Mothers Day 2011.

1. Keys Creek Lavender Farm in north San Diego County is a

Day Tripping With Your Dog in Southern California

California Destination Guide received a review copy of Maggie Espinosa's book The Privileged Pooch and were delighted reading this excellent travel guide. The Privileged Pooch is a high-end travel guide to the pet-friendliest places in southern California. Listed in this wonderful book are hotels, boutiques, and eateries that will appeal to dog owners whether or not they are traveling with their

Birch Aquarium San Diego New Exhibit

Visitors to Birch Aquarium this summer will be treated to a new exhibit, more than 60 habitats teeming with fishes along with more than 60 habitats teeming with sea creatures..


Boundless Energy, made possible through the support of lead sponsor Sempra
Energy Foundation, will showcase innovative ways to harness renewable energy
from the sun, wind and ocean motion. The exhibit ­ located in the

Neptune's Net Seafood

Neptune's Net is a throwback eatery from the 1960's located on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu California. Somehow this funky beach restaurant has survived the demolition ball and remains a popular destination for beach goers and bikers. Self service, picnic table seating and portable toilets don't seem to deter weekend crowds that pack Neptune's Net on weekends. Food is deep fried and best

National Park Free admission Days

All National Parks are offering free admission on select days for 2011. California parks include Channel Islands National Park
Ventura, CA National Park, Death Valley National Park, Joshua Tree National Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Redwood National Parks, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks and Yosemite National Park. The following are free days, National Park week April 16-24, June 21

Leo Carrillo State Park

Leo Carrillo State Park with its two sandy beach areas, tide pools, and numerous coves and sea caves, this year-round paradise offers privacy and ocean access for anglers, divers, surfers, wildlife watchers, and beachcombers. The park was named after actor, preservationist and conservationist Leo Carrillo who served on the California Beach and Parks commission for eighteen years, was widely known

Annual Earth Day Whale Fest Leo Carrillo State Park

Sunday April 17, 2011
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
“Earth Day Whale Fest!”

Celebrating Cetaceans and Community!

The 15th Annual Earth Day Whale Fest will be held at Leo Carrillo
State Park (Located at 35000 West Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu,
California 90265).

This event celebrates the annual migration of the California gray
whale and its successful return from the brink of extinction. Whale

Walt Disney Museum San Francisco April Events

April events Walt Disney Family Museum the Presidio of San Francisco

April 9 – Exploring the Gardens of Wonderland: An Illustrated Talk by Horticulturist Robert Hornback with Disney historian Paula Sigman Lowery
Follow horticulturist Bob Hornback through the Gardens of Wonderland and learn about the Queen of Hearts, her roses and The Garden of Live Flowers. Disney historian Paula Sigman Lowery

Wally Parks’ NHRA Museum Pomona California

Created by Parks --Founder, President, and the Chairman of the Board of the National Hot Rod Association, the 28,500-square-foot museum is well curated and is pretty much the king of drag racing history with an incredible collection of cars over 50 cars. From nostalgic drag racers, street rods, vintage gassers, funny cars, and even a dozen or so motorcycles.
There are is also a myriad of

Chinatown San Francisco

Chinatown San Francisco has been traditionally defined by the neighborhoods of North Beach, and Telegraph Hill. These areas are bound by Bush, Taylor, and Bay Street, as well as the Embarcadero. Popularly known as a "city-within-a-city", Chinatown continues to retain its own customs, languages, places of worship, social clubs, and identity. Over 300 restaurants, herbal shops, and temples with

Earth Day events at Southern California State Parks 2011

Volunteers will complete environmental improvement and maintenance projects in honor of Earth Day at
36 state parks across California, including 17 sites in Southern California:
¨ Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, Malibu Lagoon State Beach – Los Angeles County
¨ Crystal Cove State Beach, Doheny State Beach, Huntington State Beach, San Clemente State Beach, San Onofre State Beach -

Monterey Wine Country’s Annual Summer Festival

Taste Monterey Wine Country at 19th Annual Winemakers’ Celebration on August 13, 2011, at The Barnyard Shopping Village in Carmel. The Monterey County Vintners & Growers Association (MCVGA) will bring together over 40 wineries to pour roughly 200 wines at the outdoor summer festival.

The Winemakers’ Celebration festivities will include: culinary samples from international restaurants located in

5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival

Three South Orange County based Irish dance schools, all of which have produced regional, national and international champions, will bring a bit of Irish and Scottish culture to the stage during the 5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival on Sunday, March 13 at the Orange County Market Place in Costa Mesa, the weekend swap meet at the O. C. Fair & Event Center. The Festival runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4

Three Train Rids For A Saturday Afternoon

Kids of all ages love to ride trains and we have three wonderful little trains for you to try. Our first pick is in Santa Barbara, California at the South Coast Railroad Museum . The Goleta Short Line miniature train ride operates year-around. The miniature train travels 1/2-mile around the museum every weekend. The next train is in Long Beach, California. The El Dorado Express . This is a real

Greek Festival 2011

2011 OC Greek Fest
Mark your clender the biggest and best Southern California Greek Festival is gear up to celebrate50 Years of Greek Food Festivals. Come to Orange County’s
Golden Anniversary Greek Festival, the 2011 OC Greek Fest, where
experiencing the sights, sounds, and tastes of Greece awaits as St. John
the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Anaheim marks 50 years in the OC
celebrating the

Los Angeles Travel Show

Los Angeles Times Travel & Adventure Show (www.latimes.com/travelshow), the nation’s largest consumer travel expo, will transform the L.A. Convention Center into a world of discovery on March 19th and 20th, bringing together industry authorities, hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of adventurers. Arthur Frommer, Huell Howser, Andrew McCarthy and Rick Steves will headline the two-day exhibition

Valentines Things To Do

Valentines Day falls on a Monday this year so most people will be getting out on the weekend to share some time with their loved ones. If your looking for something a little more unique than the usual box of chocolates or flowers we have some great ideas.
GoldStar has some really great places to go over the Valentines weekend and they are all half price Choose from over 30 fun things to do on

Grunion Run San Diego

Experience a Remarkable Grunion Run with Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Scripps Institution of Oceanography/University of California, San Diego

Join Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego,
for a must-see ocean adventure. From April to early June, observe the
mysterious grunion spawn on the beaches of La Jolla.

On certain spring nights following high tides, hundreds of

Quail Hill Irvine hiking Trail

Quail Hill Loop Trail is part of the City of Irvine open space preserve. The trail is 1.8 miles long and perfect for a family hike. There is ample free parking at the trail head and if you bring along your cell phone there is an audio tour. The loop begins with an up hill climb to Vista Point. From this overlook you can see the entire Quail Hill Preserve and the Irvine Valley. read the full Quail

San Pedro California Things To Do

San Pedro offers an experience like no other. It’s a fantastic seaside destination, with many of the attractions offering very family friendly prices.
To start out your tour of San Pedro, how about a trolley car ride. When the Red Car Line was inaugurated in 2003, it was the first time in over 40 years that the cars had run anywhere in Los Angeles. The Waterfront Line is a 1.5-mile ride on fully

Fort Tejon State Park

Fort Tejon’s geographical location is unique, as several ecological regions merge in the area including the Central Valley, the Sierra Nevada, the Mojave Desert, and Southern California climates. The major plant vegetation is oak woodlands that provide shelter and cover for a variety of animals, including the California condor. Deer are often seen grazing in the meadows during the late afternoon

Valentines Sailing Adventure

You and your sweetheart can sail aboard the official State of California tall ship for a unique Valentines day outing .The schooner Californian will depart from San Diego on Sunday February 13th, from the downtown Maritime Museum on a three hour adventure.

Sweetheart Sail includes a three-hour adventure history sail aboard the schooner Californian and admission to the museum and its fleet of

California Farm Tours

California farms tours fall under the heading of Agritourism. Farmers and ranchers are now offering U-pick, farm stays, farm tours, on-farm classes, guest ranches, and even weddings. This agri-events give farmers an added source of revenue and teach city folks about farm products they consume in their daily lives. Learn about how food is processed from field to table from local farms and

Mission San Juan Capistrano Events 2011

Mission San Juan Capistrano has announced the artists and dates of its popular Music Under The Stars concert series for 2011, which begins Saturday, June 25, and continues every other Saturday until the final show on September 3.

The concerts feature picnic dining and dancing to a variety of live music in the beautiful atmosphere of the Mission courtyard. Seating is available either at a

Palm Springs Air Museum Day Trip

The Palm Springs Air Museum gives visitors a chance to experience firsthand the sacrifice our flyers made in preserving the freedom we take for granted. It’s a worthwhile stop on your next getaway, and the perfect opportunity to pay homage to those heroes. The museum is home to one of the nation's largest collection of World War II flying aircraft that are all displayed in modern,

Palm Springs Hiking Indian Canyons

Palm Springs California offers many options for relaxation away from the big city, but few know about the Indian Canyon trails that offer a true break from the hustle and bustle of the city and are a great alternative if you don’t have the time to visit nearby Joshua Tree National Monument. Creeks and waterfalls offer a chance to sit and enjoy a lunch after a stress-relieving hike. Three areas