LEGOLAND® California Resort in SoCal’s Carlsbad is giving guests a special experience as part of its 10-year celebration of LEGO NINJAGO. From now through September 5, dare to take an AR digital experience where real and virtual worlds collide in the world of NINJAGO with all your favorite characters. In a first for LEGOLAND® Parks, …
Imagine waves crashing on the shore far below you, ancient sandstone monoliths towering above you and a rare Torrey pine forest lining your way. It is at once a humbling and overpowering close-up experience with nature and history. A visit to the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve in SoCal’s La Jolla transports you to California’s …
We all love the crystal waters of Lake Tahoe, but summer is also a time to discover the adventure that lies beyond the sparkling coves and beaches. Listed in the top five “Domestic Destinations for Vacationers” by USA Today in 2005, Lake Tahoe’s abundance of outdoor summer sports and recreation brings hikers, bikers, climbers, fishers, …
Seeing blue-footed boobies, volcanic islands, wild forests and magenta-hued flamingos, all part of a marine paradise, can mean just one destination: the Galapagos. This new week-long glamping and island-hopping adventure is guaranteed to top your travel bucket list! The Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel on Santa Cruz Island has joined forces with Scalesia Galapagos Lodge on …
Everyone is taking car trips this summer, but you’re not everyone. Why not plan a trip without a car or a plane? Choose from two spectacular train journeys to reach legendary hot springs and outdoor adventure in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Once you arrive, a vehicle-less vacation in Glenwood Springs is no problem for visitors to …
So, you think you’ve visited all of the breathtaking must-sees in Hawai’i? You’ve been to Waimea Canyon on Kaua’i, the Nu’uanu Pali lookout on O’ahu and the Haleakalā volcano summit on Maui. You’ve even watched the evening glow of lava at Halema’uma’u crater on Hawai’i Island. But, are there any Hawai’i scenic spots you haven’t …
The pandemic took away a lot of opportunities for traveling and sightseeing, as towns and entire cities went on lockdown for everybody’s safety. Fortunately, with restrictions slowly easing up in the last few months, it looks like out-of-town trips are in the cards once again. Alongside other destinations like Mexico and Hawaii, Las Vegas is …
Story and images courtesy of visitlongbeach.com Long Beach’s waterfront is a playground for all ages, and it always has been – dating back to the early 20th century when Long Beach was home to a seaside amusement zone with rollercoasters, a rainbow shaped pier, arcades, and more, the city’s 11 miles of waterways have always …
Eureka on California’s Humboldt County coast is celebrating the state’s reopening with its own grand opening celebration: the new Redwood Sky Walk. The Redwood Sky Walk is a self-guided interpretive experience that takes visitors up high into the tallest trees in the world to explore a treasured and unique ecosystem. The rugged Redwood Forests of …
This eco-resort in northwest Nevada may not fit in everyone’s travel budget, but for those exclusive few who opt to stay, it is an “unbridled” experience. Mustang Monument just reopened on June 15, 2021 for exclusive use to small groups or family gatherings of up to 20 people. The resort is spread over 900 square …
By Brad Lofland Planning a trip to the mountains is a time-honored tradition for families across the country. Planning socially-distanced vacations, however presents a bit of a logistical challenge. Fortunately, the Lake Arrowhead region of the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California provides many family-friendly socially distanced activities for visitors. If you’re planning a Southern …
By Kathy Strong With California set to fully reopen, it means one thing: time for a road trip! For food and scenic beauty lovers, Monterey County is a natural. Choose one of these three iconic trips (or combine them) for must-discover drives, accompanied by not-to-miss local food and wine throughout this breathtaking slice of California’s …