Category: Travel
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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 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…
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.…
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.…
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…
Racing go-karts at the Big Bear Speedway
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 sunshiny master-planned…
By J.C. Thomas If you have never considered Oakland as a travel destination, may I suggest you think again? National Geographic Traveler recently named Oakland…
The view from the Waterfront Hotel on Jack London Square, Oakland.