California

Seek out the best things to do in Orange County California for first-time visitors with our 3-day guide compiled by an Orange County local.

Idyllwild is a popular getaway for Californians seeking refuge from their hectic lives. It was only a matter of time before the rest of the U.S. discovered this serene sanctuary town located on the western slope of the San Jacinto mountains about an hour’s drive from Palm Springs.

I’ve spent time in San Jacinto, CA on multiple occasions, and have discovered that this wonderful destination is the ideal place for anyone to visit …

Blue skies and balmy temperatures welcomed me to the San Jacinto Valley in Southern California. That was all it took to place this location on …

As a former homeschool mom, I believe there is educational value in nearly every aspect of travel. My children have now graduated and we no …

I admit, I don’t know much about Gumby and Pokey. I’m a 70’s child so the Claymation characters featured in the 1960’s TV series was …

Not only can I not pass by a roadside attraction, I think you should know by now that I actively seek them out and plan …

You may not believe me, but I WAS not looking for a roadside attraction when my family passed by this unique building in Bakersfield, California. …