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How Disney’s Cars Land Compares to Historic Route 66

Last Modified: May 19, 2020

It is no secret that the Cars movie took a lot of inspiration from the historic highway known as Route 66. My dad and I got a chance to drive it over 14 days in 2019, so I figured it would be fun to head to Disneyland’s California Adventure and walk Cars Land to see […]

Filed Under: Amusement Parks, Historical Structures, Southern California Tagged With: Orange County

The Best Places to See & Photograph the Hollywood Sign

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

The Hollywood Sign is one of the most iconic landmarks in the state of California. People all over the world are familiar with the sign, and it is something that most Los Angeles tourists want to see when they visit. While getting close to the sign is not as easy as you would think, here […]

Filed Under: Best of Lists, Historical Structures, Southern California

Where to see the Kobe Bryant Murals in Los Angeles

Last Modified: February 24, 2020

Like every Southern California kid now in their early 30s, I grew up watching the Lakers and admiring Kobe Bryant’s basketball prowess. I was shocked when I heard of the helicopter crash that claimed his and his daughter’s life and the lives of seven others. His life impacted many people, and artists from all over […]

Filed Under: Events, Memorials, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles

Warner Brother’s Studio Tour: Exploring the Backlot and the Gilmore Girl’s Holiday Event

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

Studio tours are a popular tourist attraction in Los Angeles, and multiple studios offer them. I have been on the Paramount Studio Tour, the Universal Backlot Tour, and now the Warner Brothers Studio Tour. I have enjoyed each one, and while this one may be the most touristy of the studios to visit, it is […]

Filed Under: Adventures, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

Exploring Echo Park Lake with Swan Boats

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

Echo Park is a popular up and coming neighborhood near downtown Los Angeles with a good food scene and a large lake right in the middle. I have visited many times, but on a recent trip, I thought it would be fun to get out on the lake with some of the swan boats that […]

Filed Under: Lakes, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

Visiting the Hollywood Bowl During the Day

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

The Hollywood Bowl is one of the premier concert amphitheaters in the United States. It has played host to countless famous acts since it opened in 1922. If you haven’t been there, then you should see a concert there; however, many people don’t know that it is actually a public park as well and that […]

Filed Under: Historical Structures, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

20 Things to do in Los Angeles in 2020

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

Los Angeles is a massive city and one that people come from all over the world to visit. For this post, I wanted to cover the Los Angeles area from Malibu to Burbank and show some of the area’s best attractions. I decided to focus on a more substantial area so that tourists would have […]

Filed Under: Best of Lists, City Guides, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

Alamere Falls Hike in Point Reyes National Seashore

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

Alamere Falls is one of California’s most beautiful waterfalls and one of the Bay Area’s most popular hiking trails. It is easy to see why, as the trail has a little bit of everything, from coastal views and shaded forest areas to a waterfall that lands directly on the beach at the end. If you […]

Filed Under: Hikes, Northern California Tagged With: Marin County

Christmas Tree Lane: A Holiday Tradition in Altadena

Last Modified: May 18, 2020

Christmas Tree Lane is an annual tradition in the city of Altadena, north of Pasadena, which features deodar cedar trees strung with Christmas lights. Running for about a mile along Santa Rosa Street, the trees have been lit almost continuously for over 95 years. For many in Southern California, this place is something they visit […]

Filed Under: Activities, Southern California Tagged With: Altadena, Los Angeles County

Universal Studios Hollywood at Christmas: Five Things to Do

Last Modified: December 14, 2019

Universal Studios Hollywood is one of the most popular attractions for people to visit while in Los Angeles. I really enjoy going to the park as there are a lot of fun rides and attractions ranging from the Harry Potter Wizarding World to the Studio Tour. The reason for this post though is to share […]

Filed Under: Amusement Parks, Southern California Tagged With: Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

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