Category: Travel
Have you discovered Pacifica yet? This beautiful coastal destination is just 2 miles from San Francisco, yet its small-town vibe, unspoiled scenery and abundance of outdoor recreation options feel a world away from the city. It’s a viable base for…
Ocean views from the Coastal Trail near Pacifica, California. (Photo by California News Press)
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 upon diving excursions all over the world; or visit amazing aquariums and other marine life exhibits. In…
Jellyfish at Scripps Aquarium in La Jolla
By Ariel Johns We know the human body is an intricate machine made up of complex systems working together. Have you ever wondered what those systems look like? Bally’s Las Vegas and Imagine Exhibitions invites you to experience REAL BODIES…
By Ariel Johns “No matter the occasion or who you share it with, we believe that every great time starts with play, is fueled by food and drinks, moved by music and all made possible through community. Welcome to Topgolf…
Outstanding natural beauty, ancient architecture and French-accented cultural treasures await in central Vietnam, Hanoi and Halong Bay By Roger Allnutt Although the first port of call for most visitors to Vietnam is Ho Chi Minh City (still referred to as…
By J.C. Thomas With its incredible number of attractions, most notably historic landmarks, first-rate museums, expansive parks full of greenery and an eternally dynamic vibe, London is one of the world’s most coveted tourist destinations. It has immense appeal too,…
Trafalgar Square in London
By Roger Allnutt Located on the west coast of the country facing the Arabian Sea, Mumbai, formerly called Bombay, is India’s most vibrant city. It’s the financial capital of India, the country’s busiest port, a thriving center for film production…
The Gateway of India in Mumbai
By Joann Deutch Most road warriors who set off for an Alaskan adventure head off to the Denali. My mission – to see the Bering Sea and the Aleutians Islands – took me in the other direction. My route took…
A remote cabin off the Sterling HIghway on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula (Photo by Joann Deutch)
By J.C. Thomas The seaside village of Del Mar, just north of San Diego, is surely one of the loveliest spots in all Southern California. More than 2 miles of sandy beaches bound Del Mar, encompassing coastal parks, playgrounds, top-notch…
L'Auberge Del Mar, a luxury hotel on the coast of Del Mar, California
By J.C. Thomas Newport Beach, one in a string of glorious beach towns along the coast of Orange County, has a reputation for being fancy. There’s no denying it’s a gilded playground of sorts, profuse with country clubs and yachts,…
Beachfront views from the private terrace of a cottage at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina
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 with temperatures across California still on the warmer side, we’ll all just have to be patient. Real…
Racing go-karts at the Big Bear Speedway
