San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous, photographed, and beloved landmarks in the world. Yet as popular as it is, there are several things that most people don’t know about the graceful span and all the ways to experience it. A bridge across the Golden Gate Strait was first proposed in […]
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As autumn winds swirl, full moons rise and black cats come out to play, it’s time to book a visit to the legendary Winchester Mystery House, one of America’s most legendary haunted mansions, as it introduces Halloween Candlelight Tours. In a chilling and Gothic atmosphere, this all-new immersive experience lets guests’ imaginations guide them through
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Pikachu – where are you? It seems that the Pokemon franchise, dating back to the 1990s, is back and in full force with its newest game, Pokemon Go. Is the game a chance for exercise and exploration, or one more reason to be glued to your devices, I’ll leave that for you to decide.
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San Diego has gained an international reputation for inspired beers with area breweries earning more medals at the 2010 World Beer Cup than breweries in the traditional beer countries of England, Germany and Belgium combined. Many of San Diego’s 90-plus breweries offer tasting rooms and tours that allow visitors to sample these award-winning brews
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There is no shortage of ways to explore the diverse natural beauty that is Greater Palm Springs. Some adventure by jeep, others by hot air balloon, and there are those who prefer horseback or bicycle. Some prefer hiking. Greater Palm Springs offers more than 100 trails to choose from. Step by step using your
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The incomparable Frank Sinatra died on May 14, 1998, but the respect and admiration for his music, talent, and the “spirit of cool” he left behind remains. Sinatra would have turned 100 years old this December 12th. Sinatra called the Greater Palm Springs area “home” for nearly 50 years – from his arrival in the late
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Lights, camera, action! As the home of Hollywood and Silicon Valley, where movies and TV are made and animated, California is the home of the film industry. So where better to see some of the world’s most engaging, cutting-edge films than at the amazing array of California-based film festivals. From a focus on environmental topics to Hollywood
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Spring is the best time to check out the many waterfalls in Tuolumne County’s Yosemite Gold Country, located two and a half hours east of San Francisco and two hours south of Sacramento. Over half of Yosemite National Park is located in Tuolumne County. In addition to Yosemite, this is home to Gold Rush towns, two
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The craft beer movement along California’s Central Coast has a new destination to raise a pint to. Popular in the U.S. with the mountain bike crowd and other outdoor adventure-seekers, the craft beer scene in Santa Cruz is a leader in the artisan food and drink movement. This small, passionate community is in its
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Once home to the largest craft brewery in the Golden State, Sacramento’s beer scene is back – in a big way. Home to more than 40 breweries, the Sacramento region is embracing its agricultural roots to create homegrown beers that are quickly attracting international attention. Beyond a staggering selection of local brews to choose from,
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