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View of Pacific Coast Highway

L.A. to San Francisco Drive: 14 Epic Coastal Stops on PCH

Last Modified: May 11, 2026 //  by the Authors //  38 Comments

This L.A. to San Francisco drive along the Pacific Coast Highway is one of California’s most unforgettable road trips, weaving past wild beaches, redwood groves, vineyards, and a string of coastal towns where it’s worth slowing down and lingering. Of all the road trips we took across California, driving along the Pacific Coast from L.A. …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North AmericaTag: Destination Guides, Unique Places Around the World

One Day in L.A. – How to See the Best of Los Angeles in a Day

Last Modified: April 18, 2026 //  by the Authors //  28 Comments

Attempting to visit a city like L.A. in only one day is an ambitious project, but it can be done. As a 30-year resident of Los Angeles I know it’s difficult to visit this big metropolis in such a short amount of time. Ideally, you should spend at least 3 days in Los Angeles to …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONSTag: Los Angeles

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Calico Ghost Town

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  22 Comments

Somewhere on the long desert drive between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, lies Calico, one of the most popular ghost towns on Route 66, in California. At least for me. But not everybody shares my opinion.

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Ghost Towns of America

3 Days in Los Angeles: Suggested Itinerary for First‑Time Visitors (by a Local)

Last Modified: May 15, 2026 //  by the Authors //  60 Comments

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Los Angeles

View of Newport Beach

Best Los Angeles Weekend Getaways (Recommended by a Local)

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  26 Comments

It’s hard to match the variety of scenery and landscape that you can find in and around greater Los Angeles. The city’s proximity to the ocean, desert and tall mountains, make Los Angeles a great base for weekend getaways. Therefore, if you have more than just 3 days in Los Angeles, you should visit some …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, North America, United StatesTag: Destination Guides, Los Angeles

fun facts about Los Angeles

8 Facts About Los Angeles Not Even Angelenos May Know

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  56 Comments

There are some trivia facts about Los Angeles that almost everybody knows. Like the fact that we don’t walk practically anywhere in this city. There are more cars than people in L.A. Or that restaurants won’t serve food after 9 p.m. But I bet there are a few fun facts about Los Angeles that might …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONSTag: Los Angeles

California romantic getaway

Best Romantic Getaways in California for Valentine’s Day

Last Modified: April 18, 2026 //  by the Authors //  23 Comments

No matter where you are in California, you have many great choices of romantic getaways, just a short drive away. While there are countless ways to spend Valentine’s Day together as a couple, nothing brings couple together more than traveling together. So if you don’t have any plans for this Valentine’s Day, here are some …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Destination Guides

Things to do in Los Angeles in December

How to Have Fun in Los Angeles in December

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  20 Comments

Southern California is one of the best places to visit during the winter months. With daytime temperatures in the upper 70s, winter will be the last thing on your mind at this time of year. But even though it’s not cold outside, L.A. surely dresses up for the Holidays and puts on a real show in December. …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Los Angeles

Tio’s Tacos Restaurant in Riverside, California – A Monumental Fantasy Made Real

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  25 Comments

From its façade on Mission Inn Avenue in Riverside, California, Tio’s Tacos Restaurant looks like any other Mexican eatery. But behind the wrought-iron fence, between trees and shrubs, lies a unexpected world of bizarre creations.

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, Reviews, United StatesTag: Restaurant Reviews

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