Places to Play: Pacifica, California
Have you discovered Pacifica yet? This beautiful coastal destination is just 2 miles from San Francisco, yet its small-town vibe, unspoiled scenery and…
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Three Amazing Marine Life Attractions in SoCal
By J.C. Thomas There are two ways to witness the stunning diversity of marine life of our planet’s oceans, seas and waterways: embark…
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Our Nation’s 40th National Park Celebrates 40 Years
Channel Islands National Park will celebrate its 40th birthday with special events, lectures, kids’ activities and tours Ventura, CA — Forty years ago,…
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The Lovely and Luxurious L’Auberge Del Mar: A Review
By J.C. Thomas The seaside village of Del Mar, just north of San Diego, is surely one of the loveliest spots in all…
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Beachfront views from the private terrace of a cottage at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina
Experience Endless Summer at Newport Dunes
By J.C. Thomas Newport Beach, one in a string of glorious beach towns along the coast of Orange County, has a reputation for…
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There’s Still Time for Pre-Snow Fun in Big Bear
By J.C. Thomas Many SoCal residents are eagerly awaiting the arrival of snow in Big Bear, whether it’s by nature or machine. But…
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Hotel Irvine – An Ideal Venue in Orange County’s Urban Hub
By J.C. Thomas Irvine is commonly characterized by the hundreds of corporate headquarters whose high-rise office buildings tower over the city’s neat and…
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Where to Go for Family Fun in the East Bay
By J.C. Thomas With vibrant and artsy Oakland as its urban hub, the East Bay is a fantastic destination for a family getaway….
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Visiting Oakland? There’s No Better Place to Stay Than the Waterfront Hotel
By J.C. Thomas If you have never considered Oakland as a travel destination, may I suggest you think again? National Geographic Traveler recently…
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Hollyhock House in Los Angeles. "Hollyhock House, FLW" by magicredshoes is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0
Hollyhock House is California’s Newest UNESCO World Heritage Site
On Sunday, July 7, the World Heritage Committee inscribed the 20th century architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright as a cultural site on UNESCO’s…
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Get Ready for the Oxnard Salsa Festival!
26th Annual Oxnard Salsa Festival – A Weekend of Sizzling Music, Dance & Food OXNARD — Groove to hot Latin sounds and indulge…
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Beamers, Dreamers and Dads
The perfect gift for dear old Dad on his birthday just might be a morning visit to the BMW Performance Center in Thermal,…
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