A spectacular drone light will join the star-filled dark skies above Jasper National Park this fall during the Jasper Dark Sky Festival. Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies and part of UNESCO’s Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. The park is also the largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve …
About an hour’s drive from the Palm Springs desert, not far from the designer outlets and casinos, is a modest city brimming over in late-1800’s California architecture at every turn. Take a perfect summer daytrip to discover vintage California history, then toast the day with a concert under the stars. In Redlands, summer nights are …
Adding to the excitement of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is making even more magic with the much-anticipated opening of its newest addition, Walt Disney World Swan Reserve. Part of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, the hotel is designed to be an intimate and tranquil …
Since 1990, Verde Canyon Railroad has carried nearly three million passengers through a wild and scenic canyon, on its historic route completed in 1912. The breathtaking journey fills all the senses (and every camera) all while leaving no trace. A stone’s throw from the hillside mining town of Jerome, Verde Canyon Railroad’s Clarkdale depot is …
No one can argue the fact that al fresco fun and San Diego go together in the summer. From open-air movie and music venues to an array of outdoor dining options and recreational offerings, there is no shortage of ways to revel in the sunshine while safely enjoying all that SoCal’s San Diego has to …
Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is June 3 – 12, 2022 Story and photos by Barbara Beckley Boba tea topped with cotton candy! Cocktails served in a pink flamingo! Gourmet sushi – in a hotel lobby. Dining is always different and delicious anytime you eat in Greater Palm Springs. But it’s extra special during Greater …
Dramatic, rocky cliffs that rise steeply above the swirling surf below welcome you to Mendocino County on California’s northern coast. Starkly beautiful, the coastal and inland area are filled with charming villages and unequalled natural landmarks—from the stately redwoods and trails lined with pygmy cypress to rolling hills draped in vineyards. This low-key paradise awaits …
The 2022 season of the Coachella and Stagecoach fests are over, but that hardly means the fun comes to an end in the desert paradise! On the contrary, it’s just beginning. Greater Palm Springs has something for everyone from entertainment and art to films and food to keep you coming back. IDYLLWILD ARTS ACADEMY VISUAL …
Searching for sunny, sensational summer fun? Look no further than Scottsdale, Arizona, where triple-digit heat comes with irresistible resort rates starting at $111. ItsThatHot.com is a one-stop shop for planning the long-awaited summer vacation; whether that means making a splash with the whole family, resetting with rest and relaxation, or letting loose and becoming the …
From events to restaurants and art, you have lots of new reasons to visit San Diego. Take a peek at what Spring has in store. Events Mission Fed ArtWalk is back for its 38th year. This free premiere arts and culture event in San Diego’s Little Italy runs from April 30 – May 1, providing …
Located on the far North Coast of California, about 270 miles north of San Francisco, is extraordinary Humboldt County. The nature and history rich region features the world famous Redwood National Park, Avenue of the Giants and the Lost Coast, as well as surprising cultural experiences in Victorian towns and seaports. Take your pick and …
By Peter Yordanov As you can guess, camping in national parks, state parks and forests will be high on outdoor-lovers’ summer travel lists. Although there are plenty of places to camp and explore, these top choices are some of the most unique! 1. Pictured Rocks National Seashore, Michigan It is easy to find a ton …