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7 Ways to Explore Dana Point's Rich History and Marine Life
Here are the seven best ways to get to know the historic, literary and watery sides of Orange County's premier surfing and sailing destination — with plenty of breathtaking ocean views to boot.
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9 Epic Volcanic Attractions and Hot Springs to Visit in California
If you enjoy living on the edge, and one of your greatest wishes is to see a volcanic event in action before your very eyes, you don't have to travel as far as Hawaii or Indonesia. California has an entire volcanic field that's ripe for exploring, east of the Sierra Nevada. Here are nine spots to explore.
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Seven Best Places to Visit in and Around Avalon on Catalina Island
Just 22 miles off the coast of Los Angeles, Catalina continues to draw visitors with its miles of uninterrupted shoreline, abundant marine life, water sports and dazzling nightlife — much of which can still be enjoyed today in much the same way it was a century ago (with some high-tech improvements).
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How to See the Most Stunning Meteor Showers in SoCal
From early January to late December, Southern California is filled with star-studded shows — in the sky! Here are a few tips to get the most out of the experience.
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Six Stargazing Hotspots to View This Year's Perseids Meteor Shower
The biggest — and widely considered the best — meteor showers of the year will be peaking this week and weekend, starting around midnight on August 12 through 14. Here are the best places to catch this celestial show in Southern California.
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Where to Find Majestic Redwoods in SoCal
Here are six fantastic places where you can enjoy the monumental grandeur of redwood trees in Southern California — from the Central Coast to North Orange County and beyond.
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Where to Explore San Diego Outdoors (And Even Cool Off A Bit)
In San Diego, you don't even have to hang around at the beach to stay cool. In fact, there's plenty of terrain to explore outdoors within city limits and just beyond without overheating.
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Where to Feed Your Wanderlust as SoCal Reopens for Exploration
No matter what your comfort level is right now, there are plenty of ways to explore what Southern California has to offer — on the road, at the beach and even up in the air. Not sure where to start? We put our best ideas together in this one handy guide
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Where to Explore L.A.'s Most Fascinating Piers, Both Past and Present
As Los Angeles heads into the summer, find some time to see this historical piers and beaches across the county.
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Six Thrilling Wet Hikes to Try Now (and Two to Save for Later)
Be prepared to get your feet wet! Here are eight SoCal hikes featuring waterfalls, streams and other bodies of water for refreshing summer hikes.