Angel Island State Park is one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s best-kept secrets. Attracting mostly residents and children on school trips, the park offers quiet beaches, recreational activities, historic attractions and unparalleled views of the entire San Francisco Bay. Tourists often miss out on this attraction because of (continue...)
There is more than just tabloids and tan lines to keep people up at night in California, a state that boasts the mysterious redwood forest and wine country to the north and the history of the Spanish missions, settlements and the ethnic diversity to the south. (continue...)
The Los Angeles area is scattered with fun-filled theme parks ideal for every age. There are four main parks in the area, all within fairly close proximity to Los Angeles itself. Disneyland Park, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios and Six Flags Magic Mountain are jam-packed with excitement and adventure, boasting towering, spine-tingling rollercoasters, eye-popping 3D shows and rip-roaring water rides. (continue...)
Surrounded by the spectacular natural beauty of rolling hills, mountains, sunny skies and some of the best wine in the world, travelers will not be disappointed on a Napa Valley wine tour. Located in northern California, Napa Valley's Mediterranean climate is ideal for growing quality grapes and ensuring visitors enjoy (continue...)
Unlocking a fascinating world perhaps otherwise only seen in nature documentaries or on an African safari, today’s zoos are losing a tarnished reputation of cruelty and are instead heralded as environmental blessings. The world’s greatest zoos are committed to the conservation of wildlife and its natural environment and are making a positive impact on the survival of threatened species in the wild. (continue...)
In the not too distant past, perhaps a mere 150 to 200 years ago, most people earned a living on the farm, or in industries stemming from agriculture. While in today's rat-race society the rural lifestyle may seem simple and old-fashioned, the fruits of farming still account for a big piece of each state's economic pie, and the country's string of exuberant state fairs acknowledges, promotes and celebrates that. (continue...)
It's so easy when life consists of loud music, parties, drinking and having nothing but a good time. Many young rebels, eccentrics and party-happy fun-seekers live this life every night on the infamous Sunset Boulevard. The portion of the road that plays host to the all-night debauchery has simply become known as “The Sunset Strip.” This popular stretch of road in West Hollywood (continue...)
Contemporary urban art is a visceral and exhilarating movement that can no longer be ignored. Vilified by some, and championed by others, the evolution of the art-form has a storied past. In its infantile stage the art was a method for neighborhood gangs to mark their territories. "Tagging" was soon taken up by street artists and art-school students who enjoyed the notoriety and competition of seeing who could leave their mark in as many locations as possible. (continue...)
