Parts of Orange County are filled with master planned communities with tract houses and manicured landscaping. A nice break from that is Peter’s Canyon Regional Park on the eastern edge of Orange. Peter’s Canyon is an area with natural habitats that have been preserved and nice trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. It’s part […]
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Port Hueneme Beach Park – Ventura County, California
It may still be March, but it is beach weather here in Southern California. Yesterday, I headed up Coast Highway (CA 1) through Santa Monica, Malibu and on the Ventura County. Just after Point Mugu, I headed to Port Hueneme – pronounced “why-nee-me” The beach is big, beautiful and wasn’t at all crowded, despite the […]
Knott’s Berry Farm – Buena Park, California
Living in Southern California, I’ve been to Knott’s Berry Farm many times. This is a theme park that has something for everyone – kids and adults. I enjoyed going when I was a child and still enjoy the park as an adult on my own or with kids in tow. This weekend, I brought my […]
Weekend in Ojai
Have you ever been to Ojai? The Ojai Valley is in Ventura County, an easy drive north of Los Angeles. The area is known for the Pixie Tangerines and other fruit that grow there. The town itself has a peaceful, artistic feel. It’s great for a weekend getaway, whether you plan ahead or take a spur […]
Town and Country Resort – San Diego, California
When I was a kid, I remember going on a family weekend getaway to San Diego. We stayed in the Hotel Circle area that is home to a variety of hotels, restaurants and shopping. It’s also a great central location for all of your San Diego fun – San Diego Zoo, beaches, museums and more. […]