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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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How to Buy Discount Six Flags Magic Mountain Tickets: 9 Cheaper Ways

Six Flags Magic Mountain discount tickets can be bought online or attained in a few other ways so that you can visit this California theme park for less.

Knott's Berry Farm Discount Tickets

How to Buy Discount Knott’s Berry Farm Tickets: 12 Ways to Save + Secret Price

Find the most reliable ways to buy Knott’s Berry Farm tickets from sightseeing and annual passes to our secret discount.

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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.

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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.

A suite living room with Hollywood-inspired modern decor at Chamberlain West Hollywood.

17 Best Hotels Near Universal Studios Hollywood in Los Angeles

Most people stay in one of the hotels near Universal Studios Hollywood because they’d like to visit the park over multiple days, want the convenience of being able to go back and forth to a hotel room (which families traveling with small kids like), or prefer the often lower hotel…

An Australian Shepherd on a dog-sized massage table being massaged by a therapist.

19 Dog-Friendly Hotels in Los Angeles by Neighborhood

The best dog friendly hotels in Los Angeles by neighborhood including special pet amenities, size restrictions, additional fees, and more.