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Live the ‘Lavender Lifestyle’ on California’s Central Coast

Graceful, purple-hued rows of sweet-smelling lavender transport us to romantic European destinations—the south of France or the hill-clinging villages of Tuscany. Breathtaking scenery aside, lavender has long been coveted for its pleasurable impact on nearly all the senses—from taste and aroma to its calming qualities. You don’t have to travel all the way to Provence …

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Largest Cavern in Texas Opens! Tour Natural Bridge Caverns’ Hidden Wonders

After years of careful development and millions of dollars invested in design, engineering, technology, construction and guest experience, Natural Bridge Caverns will open its latest and most ambitious tour: Hidden Wonders. Already the state’s largest and most visited commercial cave, this new multi-million-dollar tour experience features state-of-the-art lighting, a sound and light show and expansion …

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Celebrate National Pet Month– All Year!!

Oceanic Enterprise hotels is excited to Celebrate National Pet Month at some of their incredible properties that will make it possible to visit throughout 2023 by booking in May. National Pet Month May is National Pet Month, an annual celebration dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership, encouraging pet adoption and celebrating the special bond between …

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The Cheech: a vibrant celebration of Chicano art in SoCal’s Riverside

Story & Photos by Barbara Kerr Most people probably know Cheech Marin from his work in the 1970s and 1980s as part of the comedy act Cheech & Chong and as Don Johnson’s partner on the tv series “Nash Bridges.” But Richard Anthony “Cheech” Marin is an American comedian, actor, musician, activist – and one …

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Don’t Miss it! Idyllwild Arts Visual Arts Exhibit by Students May 5-6 in Palm Desert, CA

Without heading your car from the desert floor to the mountain community of Idyllwild, residents and visitors in Palm Desert have the opportunity to view exciting students’ artwork. It is equally exciting for students to get their work into  a professional gallery for the first time and in front of the prestigious desert audience. The …

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Sonesta Irvine – A Chic New Find in SoCal’s Orange County

Story & photos by Barbara Beckley Looking for a stylish – and affordable – new stay in Orange County? Look to the Sonesta Irvine. Newly revamped and renamed following a $20 million “extreme” make-over – this ultra-chic 339-guestroom/suite hotel is ideal for both fun and business stays.     I recently overnighted and was impressed. The …

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Discover San Diego’s “The Sunny Side of Things” in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago

Just in time for spring getaways, the San Diego Tourism Authority has partnered with Tripadvisor in a first-of-its-kind immersive mural art campaign that captures the SoCal destination’s sunny optimism and positivity. Running now through April 30, “The Sunny Side of Things” mural art campaign will appear in three of the largest U.S. cities: New York, …

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Discover Travel Books Exclusively for ADVENTUROUS YOU!

Travel season is here. Time to explore. To check off that bucket list and maybe unearth a few secrets from those who know best. The internet has put a dent in the travel book market, but not for those books that are filled with personal adventures, history and unknown treasures. Consider some of these books …

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North America’s Second Peppa Pig Theme Park to Open in North Texas in 2024

Starting in 2024, families will be able to enter the playful world of Peppa Pig for an unforgettable day of adventure at North America’s second Peppa Pig Theme Park set to open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.  Designed to be the ultimate theme park experience for little ones, this all-new standalone theme park located in …

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Time to Celebrate, Wildflower Watchers!

A Super Bloom, such as the one that exploded “gold” over the slopes and in the canyons of Death Valley might be rare, however with the rain California has received this winter, there is a good chance you are apt to be rewarded with the dazzling displays of magenta, orange and bright yellow this spring. …

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Ready for Its Close-Up: Your Ultimate Guide to the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Article and photos by Barbara Kerr Hollywood may be the land of dreams, but it took nearly a century of dreams and dedication to create the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the largest museum in the United States devoted to the arts, sciences, and artists of moviemaking. Designed to educate as well as celebrate, the museum …

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Don’t Wait to Play—Fresh Snow Now in Big Bear!

Fresh snow from the recent storm means Alpine Slide Big Bear has flourishing snow tubing hills for the 2022-2023 season. The snow-tubing park reported that its snow base is about three to four feet with three full-length snow-tubing runs now open. (Note: check road conditions and weather before planning your trip.) Alpine Slide Big Bear …