Paradise Cove is situated in Malibu Beach, California, and has served as the backdrop for several movies and commercials, such as Lethal Weapon 4, Charlie's Angels, The Rockford Files, and a few Gidget movies filmed in the late '50s and early '60s. Paradise Cove is a mobile home park, a public … [Read more...]

Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are in high demand, making it difficult to secure a reservation. Despite the challenge, you've already researched by looking at reviews, guidebooks, and pictures of the cottages. Now, you're eager to rent one for your upcoming trip to the beach. Crystal Cove has 24 … [Read more...]

Get ready to be amazed by a fantastic display of lights! The internationally recognized Lightscape at the LA Arboretum is back and willing to take you on a journey to new places and experiences. This exciting holiday event is open from mid-November through mid-January, offering an unbelievably … [Read more...]

Pearson's Port is a floating shack under the Pacific Coast Highway bridge across Newport Bay. It is a seafood spot that sells fresh fish, live crab, and lobster. You can also find sea bass and buckets of prawns caught on the same day. You can enjoy live crab and lobster if you visit Pearson's during … [Read more...]

Malibu Beach Point Dume Nature Preserve Point Dume Nature Preserve is a beautiful place to visit anytime and is one of Southern California’s most scenic coastal destinations. Admission is free, with some free parking. Point Dume is 32 acres of pristine oceanfront land, which you can access from … [Read more...]

Senior-Friendly Southern California Day Trips. Listed below are some great day trips with seniors in mind. These trips offer a slightly slower pace and have plenty of places to sit and relax while taking in the scenery. Popular options for seniors include bus tours or a train journey aboard Amtrak. … [Read more...]

It is time for the San Diego Auto Show at the San Diego Convention Center. Discounts include a $2.00 coupon from the auto show and local San Diego car dealerships. Show hours are weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sunday hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 … [Read more...]

A must-see destination for desert flora enthusiasts, the Moorten Botanical Gardens in Palm Springs is a hidden gem. Established in 1938 by Chester "Cactus Slim" Moorten and his wife, Patricia, and now owned and operated by their son, Clark Moorten, the gardens were built upon their passion for … [Read more...]

Southern California is a stunning destination to live in or visit. Our Southern California bucket list showcases the most popular tourist attractions, hidden gems, and points of interest. We have organized the list by region since Southern California is vast. From Santa Barbara to San Diego, … [Read more...]

Queen Mary is open for tours, but no Dark Harbor will be this year; however, there will be Shaqtoberfest (September 28 – October 31, 2023). Scroll down for info. Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary in Long Beach is Southern California's most terrifying Halloween event. The event features four mazes on … [Read more...]