Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in SoCal
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FOR THE LOVE OF MOM: There is something beautifully simple about taking the woman who has fed everyone else for years and saying, this time, let someone feed you. Mother’s Day is the one day where the reservation is made, the table is set, and the only thing mom has to do is show up and order whatever she wants. No dishes, no planning, no asking what everyone else is in the mood for. Just a beautiful meal, the people she loves most sitting across from her, and a kitchen she didn’t have to cook in. This is her day. Make…
Continue reading By Carrie Bell Kathy Kohner Zuckerman was the inspiration behind the Hollywood character as the real-life Gidget surfing in Malibu, Calif. “It’s bitchin.” Not exactly the words one expects to hear come out of an 85-year-old woman’s mouth to sum up the opposites-attract origin story of her six decades-long marriage. But then again, Kathy Kohner Zuckerman isn’t your average little old lady. Although she is definitely little, rather famously so, as Zuckerman is Gidget. Yes, that Gidget. The one played by Sandra Dee in a series of beach-party movies starting in 1959 and by future Oscar winner, then-unknown Sally Field…
Continue reading By Bridget Graham Huntington Beach, California, has often been called “Surf City USA,” with its sandy beaches and surfing waves that do not disappoint. It is perfect for the laid-back but active lifestyle. The city is also home to the iconic 1,850-foot Huntington Beach Pier, which is one of longest on the West Coast, providing activities from early morning to midnight: dining, fishing, watching the surfers, or just walking out to the end of it to gaze into the horizon. Swimming, surfing, nearby beach volleyball and shopping provide daytime fun, while bonfire pits and vibrant nightlife can satisfy the night…
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Living in Southern California means having the world at your doorstep. Whether you’re craving coastal charm, desert serenity, mountain escapes, or vibrant city scenes, some of the most remarkable destinations are just a short drive or quick flight away. We’ve curated this collection of getaways specifically with Southern Californians in mind; places where the journey is as effortless as the destination is rewarding. No marathon flights, no complicated connections, just accessible adventures that let you spend less time traveling and more time exploring. From weekend escapes to longer retreats, these handpicked destinations offer the perfect blend of convenience and discovery,…
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