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 …
New O’side Sips Trail Shows Off Oceanside’s Booming Craft Beverage Scene Oceanside is a quintessential California coastal escape that boasts wide sandy beaches, a quaint New England-style harbor, historic wooden pier and charming bungalow neighborhoods. O’side (as locals affectionately call it) is a destination of discovery where visitors can explore everything from California history at …
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 …
Nestled at the base of the Arenal Volcano in northern Costa Rica is a tropical haven that combines rainforest beauty with soothing hot springs. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is set amidst more than 900 acres of a pristine rainforest reserve and is blessed with abundant naturally flowing hot springs, complemented by cascading thermal waterfalls, …
From historic boutique hotels to a Top Gun landmark, SoCal’s Oceanside is offering new reasons to explore the town perfectly situated between metropolitan San Diego and Los Angeles. The quintessential California coastal escape attracts with wide sandy beaches, a quaint New England-style harbor, historic wooden pier and charming bungalow neighborhoods. O’side (as locals affectionately call …
For art lovers, the Daytona Beach area in Florida offers museums and galleries with artistic styles for every taste. Now, visitors to the area can take in outdoor artworks too — because in Daytona Beach and some of the surrounding cities and towns murals line the streets. Daytona Beach Mural Trail with 18 murals (and …
When a destination is made up of more than 300 idyllic islands, it nearly eludes description. However, “in a coconut shell” anywhere in Fiji equals island bliss. Made up of 7,055 miles of land that occupies 426,000 square miles of ocean, Fiji is mostly composed of unchartered, uninhabited isles surrounded by pristine white beaches, crystal …