Mount San Jacinto State Park Day Trip. Nearly 11,000 feet above the opulent abodes and lush green golf courses of Palm Springs, Mount Jacinto State Park is a welcome break to travelers trying to escape the overcrowding at other parks often swarmed by visitors looking for a cool and comfortable … [Read more...]

Tucked between a water reclamation plant and a golf course, the Japanese Garden in Van Nuys is a delightful reprieve from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The garden was funded by the City of Los Angeles and was constructed over a three-year period and officially dedicated in June … [Read more...]

Southern California is home to many beautiful hidden gems. Our list features destinations that tourists often overlook. Some are in town, while others are way off the beaten path.  If you are looking for somewhere unique and a little less of a tourist stop, check out these hidden gems. Ojai … [Read more...]

Situated among 350 acres of Temecula Valley vineyards, the Ponte Family Estate Winery offers guests a charming and comfortably sophisticated atmosphere to relax in and enjoy the wine country. There is a large beamed barn tasting room, an award-winning restaurant, ample parking, and other … [Read more...]

Moro Campground offers spectacular ocean views from all of its sixty campsites. Unlike some other beach campgrounds, there is no bad campsite. Everyone has an unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean. It's been years since the State of California has built a beachfront campground, and the wait has … [Read more...]

Southern California offers an almost unlimited selection of fun and affordable things to do on Valentine's day. Southern California Valentines Day Ideas Cambria Valentine's Weekend Getaway Cambria is a beautiful little central coast town a few miles south of Hearst Castle. Close beaches … [Read more...]

Bommer Canyon is a hidden gem between Turtle Ridge and Shady Canyon in Irvine, California. At one time, the canyon was an important part of the Irvine ranch cattle operations. Today the cattle are long gone, but several buildings, cattle loading ramps, corrals, and equipment can be seen at the … [Read more...]

H and M Landing is San Diego's oldest Sportfishing company. Most of the year, they offer half-day, full-day, and multi-day fishing trips out of San Diego Harbor. During the annual gray whale migration, they offer whale watching trips popular with families and groups. H and M Landing also offer … [Read more...]

We love visiting Southern California attractions and have put together a list of the top 10 things to do in SoCal. There is much more to see than Theme Parks, so get going on this Southern California to-do list. Your Trip Starts Here. 1. Take a Trip To Palm Springs Palm Springs with so many … [Read more...]

Mother's Day in Southern California is all about spending time with family, friends, and mom. Special Mothers Day events are being offered by restaurants, wineries, attractions, and destinations. How about taking mom for a day trip this year. Your trip can be as simple as driving along the coast to … [Read more...]

The Dana Point Whale Festival is one of Southern California's largest whale celebrations. Visitors come from all over Southern California to celebrate the annual migration of gray whales from Alaska to Mexico. This fun-filled event draws thousands of visitors to Dana Point Harbor each year over … [Read more...]

Since 1953 Hadley Fruit Orchards has been a popular stop along Interstate 10. Date shakes, nuts, candies, dried fruit, and clean restrooms attracted thousands of travelers each year to the iconic yellow and green building with the giant Hadley Fruit Orchards sign on the roof. In 2016 the old … [Read more...]

The Outlets at Orange is a popular outdoor outlet mall located minutes from Disneyland in Anaheim. The mall has a mix of factory outlet stores, specialty stores, and numerous restaurants. There is a bowling alley, AMC 30 Theaters, Dave & Buster's, and a Vans Skate Park for entertainment. For … [Read more...]