Best California Vacation Spots for Families California is a top vacation destination for families with good reason. It offers a diverse array of attractions and scenery to explore. From the lowest point in the U.S. to the largest trees there’s…
Located between Intestates 15 and 40, find the largest protected desert in the world. East of Barstow, California, this area is the rain shadow of the towering pine-covered mountains about 100 miles west. With its convenient location, visitors can drive…
As the trees and land recover from the 2021 KNP wildfire, the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are open for visitors. See the epic Sequoia trees in both parks while enjoying the outdoor activities that make national parks special,…
Located in the desert of Southern California, pack up for a getaway to Joshua Park, a land rich in outdoor recreation, mid-century modernism and mindful relaxing. With the serene desert and lots of bubbling springs near Joshua Tree, it’s a…
Located high about the Coachella Valley and Palm Springs find an mountaintop oasis with cool breezes and a pine forest. To reach this oasis, climb aboad the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway for a desert escpape including wintertime snow. With a…
Top Places to go in San Diego with Kids San Diego has been a family favorite for decades. With fabulous year-round weather, families can have fun at the beaches, the parks and the museums. I’ve pulled together a list 20+…
Pack up the family and explore Santa Barbara for your next weekend getaway. The kids would love to hop aboard an Amtrak train for a stress-free way to arrive from Los Angeles. Or make it a longer trip and discover…
ALL abroad for a Royal European vacation a train ride away from Southern California in the Santa Ynez Valley. Minutes from the Pacific Ocean, find traditional foods and festivals, paired with the best of the Central California wine region. Enjoy…
Just outside Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park, offers a glimpse into two different desert ecosystems. An easy getaway from from Los Angeles, San Diego and Phoenix, Joshua Tree offers hiking, bouldering, night sky viewing and camping. Best explored from…
It’s the hottest, lowest and largest national park in the lower 48. Extreme might describe a summer visit where all living things keep to the shade. Though a winter visit can be sublime with mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine.…
Sometimes you just need to pack up your people and sit at the beach. You can read, make sand castles, fly kites, snooze, or just stare at the waves. It will all be worthwhile. For the best beaches in North…
Leave the constant traffic in your rearview mirror as you and your family head out of LA for a National Park getaway. Find the serene peacefulness of the Sierra Nevada mountains with swaying Sequoia trees. Or explore the lowest point…