While beaches are often the go-to summer retreat for Southern Californians, they may not always be convenient. The weather can change from warm to chilly, the sand can follow you all the way home, and ...

While the big-name theme parks are tons of fun, and kids love them—there is so much more to the California experience.

After a soaking wet winter, desert landscapes from San Diego to the Mojave are poised for a vibrant wildflower season — and buzzing with the possibility of a super bloom. Here are the best Southern ...

Here you can spot gray, blue and humpback whales, dolphin pods, sea lions and sharks while enjoying a luxurious beachside ...

Home to one of the largest Japanese-heritage populations in the country, this city is the place to go for the traditional ...

The best things to do in Oakhurst, Ca! Located near the Southern entrance to Yosemite National Park you will love all of the amazing things to see, do and explore in Oakhurst. Top Things to do in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I roam the world for epic nature, urban areas and road trips. Southern California is springing into wildflower season again, the ...

From desert valleys to coastal cliffs, these 20 California destinations offer spectacular spring wildflower displays.

Summer is traditionally seen as the season of long, sunny days, warm temps and beachside escapes. In SoCal, however, summer is also peak tourist time. Though California is a year-round destination, ...

The first time I visited a tide pool near Los Angeles, I didn’t actually know that’s what I was looking at. “Why are all those people gathering over on those rocks?” I remember wondering. “What are ...

As an avid traveler, I spend a lot of time exploring new destinations, and I rarely reach for the word “perfect.” Still, Santa Barbara may be the closest I’ve come to finding a place that truly ...

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, 6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. This large space explores the art of moviemaking from different angles. Current exhibits include “Jaws: The Exhibition,” “Inventing ...