The largest protected desert in the world is located at the Mojave National Preserve, conveniently located between two interstates. Located East of Barstow, California, this area is the rain shadow of the towering pine-covered mountains about 100 miles west. The…
California is a top vacation destination for families; travelers flock for a wide array of activities, both outdoor and indoor. Families can see world-class museums and then splash at the beach in the afternoon. They can visit a national park…
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect some of the largest trees in the world. The epic Sequoia trees are located in both parks, and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking, camping and…
From the beach to the desert to the mountains, eight national parks are a road trip away from LA. Parkgoers can enjoy nature’s serenity, from the towering trees of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the tide pools of the Pacific…
Located in the Santa Ynez Valley and an easy trip from Southern California, Solvang offers a quaint small town to explore with Danish roots. With traditional Old World architecture along with Danish food and festivals, paired with the best of…
From San Diego to Santa Barbara, California beaches come in all sizes and specialties. Some offer animal watching, some beaches are best for water sports, and others don’t even have sand. Beachgoers can make sand castles, fly kites, sit in…
Does the name scare you? It shouldn’t; Death Valley is a warm winter escape that offers lots of hiking, scenic drives, and even a golf course. Death Valley National Park also holds a lot of records. It had the hottest…
A few hours east of Los Angeles, Palm Springs features desert scenery, a national park, along with mid-century modernism With the serene desert and lots of bubbling springs near Joshua Tree, it’s a quick weekend destination in Southern California, especially…
Minutes from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park protects two different desert ecosystems. It is an easy park to explore on a road trip when you drive one way through the park. For those on an extended stay, Joshua Tree…
In Southern California, this Los Angeles suburb offers some of the top colleges in the U.S. Chances are you are going on college tours with one of your teens. Make it a weekend and get a feel for the area…
San Diego is a family travel favorite with its warm weather and sunny skies. From its beaches to its parks to its museums, families will find lots of things to do. For those who need a warm winter destination, San…
As the second largest city in the U..S. Los Angeles offers families epic beaches and unique cultural experiences that tweens and teens crave. Los Angeles is a favorite U.S. city to explore with its endless sun, beaches and pop culture.…