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California Coast Classic

October 24, 2018

By Kimmy Schmidt The Life-Changing Effects of Accomplishing the California Coast Classic Bike Tour Meet Oren Noah from Sonoma County! In 2015, he was in a toxic working environment, 350 pounds, and trying to recover from total knee replacement surgery due to osteoarthritis. A combination of hard decisions and eureka moments would soon transform his life in ways he never expected. Oren signed up for the Arthritis Foundation’s annual California Coast Classic—a fully supported, 8-day bike tour along California’s iconic Highway 1, accompanied by 250 veteran and novice cyclists, all contributing to raise $1 million in funds for the…

in SoCal Trends, Things To Do

A Conversation With Jen Bilik– CEO, Author, and Lover of L.A.

September 28, 2018

Interview/Written By: Maria Vital Jen Bilik, 49, is the author of This Is (Not) L.A.: An Insider’s Take On The Real L.A.,’ a book that gives you the real inside scoop on Los Angeles. While flipping through the pages, you’ll be shocked at how Bilik casually debunks all the myths you thought about L.A. By the end, you’ll have new insight on the city you thought you knew so well. I sat down with the CEO of the Who’s There Group to discuss life in L.A., and got her tips on the best way to show your out-of-town friends…

in Things To Do

Driving Down PCH

September 12, 2018

By: Maria Vital What better way to drive down SoCal’s iconic Pacific Coast Highway than in a brand new Lexus LS500? The Western Area Lexus Team organized a lovely drive down PCH that includes views, bites, and history. Starting at the luxurious, waterfront Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, the Lexus LS500 awaits with extraordinary GPS navigation that will take you on the most efficient route. An added bonus: if you get too caught up in the views you’re driving past, state-of-the-art technology will keep you and your Lexus in your lane at all times. Safe and sleek– two things…

in Destinations & Landmarks

Top Ten Places to Visit in Southern California

August 31, 2018

By Kasey Hamilton Our vast community is filled with so much to see and do that the choices can be overwhelming — there are countless places to visit, but here are our top ten SoCal destinations. Griffith Observatory The Griffith Observatory is one of California’s most cosmic getaways. For those interested in astronomy, the observatory has a planetarium, public telescopes, and other planetary exhibits. It also offers one of the top vantage points for viewing the iconic Hollywood sign. The observatory is also a featured location in many movies and television shows including the recent Oscar winner “La La Land.” 2800 E….

in Food & Drinks

5 Most Heavenly Cupcake Shops on Earth

August 27, 2018

Cupcakes come in all colors, sizes and calorie counts. You see glorious cupcake displays at weddings, birthdays and lining bakery shelves. If you’re going to eat the whole thing, it’s probably best if it’s a cupcake rather than the three-tiered alternative. Here are five of the Southland’s best to tempt the palate and keep you relatively guilt-free. Enjoy Cupcakes in Santa Barbara & Los Olivos Established in 2009 in Los Olivos and Santa Barbara in 2014, Enjoy Cupcake has so far created more than 650 Wine Cupcake recipes. Baker Amber Joy Vander VlietI produces six flavors each week with input from…

Gateway to Paradise

Hitkor: An Ultimate Entertainment Destination in SoCal

The Biltmore Los Angeles Celebrates 100 Years

7 Exciting Activities For A Memorable Family Adventure in LOMPOC

Drifting from Dawn to Dusk in Santa Barbara

Buena Park: the Land of Yes

Retreat to Renew: Exploring the Benefits of a Wellness Getaway

Del Mar Wine & Food Festival

12 Southern California Family Travel Destinations Near Lake Arrowhead

CHEF JOHN TESAR DEBUTS KNIFE MODERN STEAK IN SOCAL

Best SoCal Poolside Paradises for a Splashy Summer

Restful Reset in Pismo Beach

Santa Clara River Estuary: A Hidden Beach Bird Party

Eco-Friendly Ways to Experience the Hollywood Sign

Santa Catalina Island

Flying Over Southern California

Fun SoCal Spots to Spend a First Date

Kayaking Tips for Beginners

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