Irvine California Before being closed by the FAA for alleged safety violations the great balloon ride took thousands of people for a 500 foot high view of the Irvine Valley. After a complete inspection no problems turned up and the ride is now back in operation with added night rides from 7-10 pm Thursday through Sunday. All rides are free and you can also check out the new preview park surrounding the balloon take off area. Directions; exit the 5 freeway at Sand Canyon and enter the old El... Read Full Story
Located at the tip of Point Loma in San Diego this 160 acre parks has some of the best views you will find anywhere along the west coast. The statue of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo is just one part of this national park. Visitors can take a guided tour of the Point Loma Light House or hike down to the shore and view tide pools. Admission is only five dollars a bargain price for any San Diego attraction. Read Full Story
Planning a trip to Sea World in San Diego, here's a great way to save money. These discount tickets save you $12.00 on adults. Adults admission is the same as Kid's Price plus 2nd Visit Free. With the price of everything going sky high it's nice to save on something. Take the family to Sea World this summer and get in free for a second day. Adult tickets are usually $66.00 each with this special deal tickets are only $54.00. Tickets expire December 31, 2008. Blackout dates: 7/26/08, 8/02/08... Read Full Story
Point Mugu State Park is north of Malibu and is the largest preserved area in the Santa Monica Mountains. Along the beach are rocky outcrops and tide pools inland there are miles of trails to explore. The Mugu Rock (picture above) is not a natural feature but was formed when Pacific Coast Highway was cut through the mountain. The park is a popular place for viewing birds, marine mammals, and wildflowers and provides about 15,000 acres of preserved coastal land. Camping is permitted in two... Read Full Story
Carpinteria State Beach is called the “the safest beach in the world” by locals and is definitely one of the best beaches along the Southern California coast. Beach camping is a favorite pass time at Carpinteria State Beach. There is even an Amtrak Pacific Surfliner station within walking distance of the campground so it's possible to take the train and go tent camping at this great beach. Carpinteria State Beach was once a busy canoe building center for the Chumash Indians. Carpinteria is... Read Full Story
Refugio State Beach is one of four places in Santa Barbara where you can camp on the beach. There are 66 camping sites some of which are just a few steps from the Pacific Ocean. A bike trial runs along the coast to El Capitain State Beach or you can just hang out at the beach and enjoy the California sun. If you are planning on camping reserve early or try visiting late summer when the crowds thin out. For a day trip there are picnic picnic tables and grills and shade provided by the huge... Read Full Story
Photo: Paul Hiffmeyer-Disney Enterprises Inc. Three new 5 car monorails are scheduled to start operation this summer at Disneyland California. The RED Mark VII started limited trips on July 4. Testing will be in progress for several months. The other two monorails will arrive later this year. The new monorails feature glass and strips that change color in the California sunshine. Seating is on bench seat that face out toward the park. The last time Disneyland got a new monorail was in 20004. Read Full Story
Located in downtown San Diego the Westfield Horton Plaza is an amazing shopping mall. Five floors of stores and restaurants right in the heart of the city. Take the stairs to the top floor and you are treated to vistas of the San Diego Skyline. One whole level is dedicated to eating and people watching. The other levels contain smaller stores mixed in with large retailers. During the day the mall is filled with office workers. At night, you get a younger crowd for shopping before they head... Read Full Story
If you are planning to visit San Francisco chances are you will end up at Fisherman's Wharf. Along with the usual tourist attractions you will find San Francisco's Aquarium of the Bay. This aquarium is a unique nature center that focuses on locals, aquatic animals of the San Francisco Bay. The Aquarium of the Bay has two walk through clear tunnels where you can get up close to various types of sea life. The touch pool area is great for kids of all ages and there is also a gift shop with... Read Full Story
"> "> Laguna Beach is a unique seaside village located away from the from the busy cities of Orange County, California. This beautiful coastal setting is the location of a California Drug Rehab facility called Laguna Beach Recovery. Offering the latest medical technology for treatment of substance abuse and combined with affordable options, Laguna Beach Recovery is in a class by it's self. Each patient is given a personal program for Drug Addiction Treatment or help to a life-long sobriety... Read Full Story
