Destinations

Many of our clients find us because we helped them plan a trip to Southern California. Then, they use our hotel benefits worldwide and report back on what they did. While San Diego is our specialty, it’s important (and fun!) to cover destinations we’re familiar with globally. To give you an idea, Katie and her family were expats in London and Hong Kong, frequent visitors to China and Singapore, and have traveled extensively in Europe and Mexico. And the team here has even more global experience (Madeliene is from London, for starters). Below, you can navigate to the cities and countries we’ve talked about the most.

    Ferris wheels and coaster on Santa Monica pier.

    15 Best Theme Parks and Amusement Parks in California

    Find fun rides, food, characters and more at 15 of the best theme parks in California (amusement parks, too) from San Diego to Northern CA and in between.

    People in the front row of the Mummy ride at Universal Studios Hollywood

    10 Best Universal Studios Hollywood Rides That You Can’t Miss

    From family-friendly to 4D, here are the Universal Studios Hollywood rides to add to your list for the most fun day ever (and how to skip lines).

    Outdoor seating area round a fire pit at L Horizon Resort and Spa in Palm Springs

    12 Best Hotels in Palm Springs, California for Families, Couples & Golf

    A list of the 12 best Palm Springs hotels from large kid-friendly resorts to hip boutique properties for your next desert getaway.

    A vineyard that you can explore from Temecula hotels.

    10 Best Hotels in Temecula, CA: Old Town and Winery Options for Your Trip

    Best Temecula hotels include winery hotels, Pechanga resort casino, a historic inn and more to suit your relaxing getaway just north of San Diego.

    Princess Jasmine meets a guest at Napa Rose restaurant during Disneyland character dining.

    Disneyland Character Dining: Which Restaurant Should You Choose?

    We break down Disneyland character dining so that you can pick the magical experience that’s right for your Disney vacation.

    People enjoying the Santa Cruz beach with the boardwalk rollercoaster in the background.

    15 Best Kid-Friendly Beaches in California for Families

    With more than 1,000 miles of coastline, CA is home to some of the finest beaches. Here’s my list of the best family-friendly beaches in California.

    Buy Six Flags Magic Mountain discount tickets

    How to Buy Discount Six Flags Magic Mountain Tickets: 8 Cheaper Ways

    Only a few places sell Six Flags Magic Mountain discount tickets online. I’m sharing them below so that you can ride these crazy roller coasters for less.

    Knott's Berry Farm Discount Tickets

    How to Buy Discount Knott’s Berry Farm Tickets: 11 Ways to Save

    We researched the most reliable places to get cheaper Knott’s Berry Farm tickets from sightseeing and annual passes to 1-Day discounts.

    The outdoor pool at Hyatt Regency Valencia

    10 Best Hotels Near Six Flags Magic Mountain

    Close and cheap hotels near Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia or Santa Clarita California with free shuttles, free breakfast, more.

    Riders on the Manta rollercoaster at SeaWorld Orlando

    How to Buy SeaWorld Orlando Discount Tickets

    Find SeaWorld Orlando discount tickets from 9 trusted authorized ticket sellers to avoid paying gate prices and coupons that don’t work.

    The lobby chandelier with flower vases on a table at Beverly Wilshire

    Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel Review & VIP Guide

    What to know before booking Beverly Wilshire hotel from a repeat guest including which rooms to pick and how to check in as a Four Seasons Preferred Partner guest.

    Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Review

    Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Review & VIP Prices

    What to know before booking Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando including room tips, park benefits, and how to book VIP rates.