Bennett's Honey Farm is a short drive from Highway 126 in Fillmore, California. The sign for the farm might be easy to miss, but it's worth the effort to locate it. Although the honey processing facility is unavailable for public tours, visitors can still sample and buy Bennett's Honey at the … [Read more...]

Wrigley Botanical Gardens are located on Catalina Island, a popular day trip off the coast of Southern California, about 22 miles from Los Angeles. One of the island's main attractions, the gardens, features a stunning monument to William Wrigley Jr. and lush gardens designed by his wife. The … [Read more...]

La Purisima Mission in Lompoc, California, is one of the state's most complete missions, with popular activities for school field trips and visitors. The first thing you notice when you pull into the parking lot is that there is no mission. All you can see is a modern-looking visitor center and a … [Read more...]

Outlets at Barstow are a popular stop for travelers between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. There are now over 30 stores at this discount shopping center, previously named Tanger Outlet Mall: a small onsite food court and several nearby fast-food restaurants, including In-N-Out Burger. There are more … [Read more...]

Reserve California Camping Reservations You must use Reserve California's website to reserve a camping spot at California State Parks. The reservation system offers just over 13,000 campsites, with the most popular along the beach. Beach and coastal sites are challenging to secure. Campers can … [Read more...]

State Route 126 directly connects Interstate 5 in Santa Clarita and U.S. Route 101 in Ventura. This California highway was built in the late 1950s and ran alongside the Santa Clara River, offering scenic views of Heritage Valley. Highway 126 passes through the towns of Piru, Fillmore, Santa … [Read more...]

It's little surprise that Sherman Gardens is regularly ranked as the top attraction in the pretty California town of Corona Del Mar. This hidden gem covers over two acres of land packed with flora and fauna from around the globe. Sherman is not just an ordinary botanical garden. It houses an … [Read more...]

The Adamson House Museum is a stunning California home that rivals even the grandeur of Hearst Castle, with its Los Angeles-style architecture located on Malibu Beach. It is one of the earliest examples of a quintessential Californian-style residence. Initially built for the Rindge-Adamson family, … [Read more...]

The Niguel Botanical Preserve is a charming 18-acre garden 4 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, accessible via Crown Valley Parkway. The Preserve is situated within the Crown Valley Community Park and offers a delightful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The Preserve can be found … [Read more...]

San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary is accessible to the public and is open from dawn until dusk, seven days a week. This fantastic hidden oasis is a picture-perfect place to visit. Take a walk and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature minutes away from high-rise buildings and the San Diego … [Read more...]

Cooks Corner has been serving grub at the Live Oak Canyon Road entrance in Orange County since the 1920s. Cooks became a full bar when prohibition ended in 1933. Back then, this part of Orange County was out in the middle of nowhere; today, tracts of homes are slowly surrounding the … [Read more...]

Disneyland Resort in Anaheim is home to the original Disney theme park and Disneyland California Adventure, which celebrates California's varied geography and cultures. Unlike the parks at Walt Disney World, these parks are adjacent, allowing guests to hop between them with park hopper tickets … [Read more...]

Come aboard the Ocean Explorer for a whale-watching adventure with Davey's Locker in Newport Beach, California. Daily tours are available during the whale-watching season, making it the perfect family outing for a fun and educational experience. If you're interested in Whale watching, you can … [Read more...]