Family Fun
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Pumpkins in the Pines: SkyPark at Santa’s Village
If you were a kid in the 90s in Southern California it was probably your dream to visit Santa’s Village. I know it was for both my husband and me. And, sadly, neither of us ever got to growing up. So, you can imagine our excitement when we were given the opportunity to take our family to visit “Pumpkins in the Pines” at SkyPark in Santa’s Village near Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino National Forest this weekend! And, the experience lived up to all of our expectations! This place is AWESOME! It was a full wonderland of holiday fun and goodness. Combining the best parts of the season it…
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The Ultimate Family Resort: Fun At The Grand Pacific Palisades Resort In Carlsbad Ca
The ultimate family resort in San Diego. Seaside luxury and family fun all in an unbeatable location at a fantastic price! One of the hardest things to do when visiting San Diego is deciding where to stay. There are a lot of San Diego hotels, so finding a good one feels overwhelming. We found a place where price and fun combine for the ultimate San Diego family destination! We recently stayed at the Grand Pacific Palisades Resort in Carlsbad. The family condos were spacious, comfortable, and had all the amenities plus some that make a vacation even better! This resort is one of those places you never have to leave…
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Best Free Things to do in Orange County
As a mom of 4 kids I know how expensive it can be to have fun outings as a family. But, it doesn’t have to break the bank to be a great time for everyone. There are many FREE activities in the OC perfect for the whole family! Here are a few ideas to help you out on days you don’t want to spend a small fortune, but are looking for a fun day out. The Newport Beach Pirate House This house is a spectacle to say the least. It won’t take all day but it’s perfect to go and check out if you are in the area. Imagine Pirates…
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Monster Jam is Back and Better Than Ever!
Don’t worry Southern California Monster Jam fans because Monster Jam 2022 will be returning to Anaheim’s Angel Stadium for two more weekends of fun, noise, action, and of course MONSTER TRUCKS February 19 & 20th and February 26-27. We had our first experience two years ago and we weren’t sure what to expect. A demolition derby, crushing cars, flips… what? If you’ve never been you are missing out. Monster Jam is adrenaline charged, full throttled, family entertainment. And, this year Monster Jam is celebrating its 30th anniversary! What fun to witness all the excitement. Monster Jam features world-class athletes locked in intense competitions of speed and skill. Motorsports fans will…
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Best Hikes Under a Mile in Joshua Tree National Park
With Joshua Tree just about 2 hours away our family loves to get out and explore. However, with young kids in tow we have to be aware of our limits; so, we are constantly looking for the best hikes around a mile that our entire family can easily do. Joshua Tree National Park is full of amazing hikes that are perfect for all ages and abilities. These hikes highlight the best of the park and give glimpses into the beauty of it all with ample opportunities to scramble over boulders, take in the amazing landscape, see incredible rock formations and so much more. As a family we love to get…
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Win a Free Trip to Yosemite
Madera County, home to Yosemite National Park, officially invites YOU to take a journey; beginning in tranquil farmlands and ending at the tallest waterfall in North America. This adventure is sure to be wild! While Yosemite is a HUGE draw to the area there is so much more to do there. And one fun way to get it all in is by participating in an epic road trip while collect trading cards. After you collect the cards enter to win a Yosemite Adventure Vacation at Visit Yosemite Madera! Talk about a win win. Not only will you get amazing adventures on this road side scavenger hunt, you may just be…
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The Sea Sprite: Beachfront Hotel in Hermosa Beach
Address: 1016 The Strand, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Since 1964 The Sea Sprite in Hermosa Beach has been a staple of the area. In fact, my hubby and I both grew up visiting the hotel unbeknownst to each other until a few years into marriage; once we realized this fun fact we knew we wanted our kids to have the same fantastic memories we had there. It makes for a great beach vacation for families in LA. The best part about this hotel (in my opinion) is the location. It is pretty unbeatable. Located literally steps away from the sand you basically step out of your hotel room and onto…
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Logan’s Candies: The Gem of the Inland Empire
Ontario California's old time candy store is a Christmas gem! Visit Logan's Candy store to bend your own hot candy cane!
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Springhill Suites: Visit Oceanside California
Oceanside Ca is a great place to take a San Diego family vacation. You’ve heard it before and the saying remains true: it’s all about location, location, location… and this one cannot be beat! Oceanside is a coastal city in northern San Diego. This seaside oasis has everything you could want when visiting. From top notch recreation, including (but not limited to): water activities such as surfing, boating, paddle boarding, and whale watching. And given the perfect year round weather of sunny blue skies and warmth it also allows for a multitude of land activities, like biking, fishing, sight seeing and more. Oceanside is truly a fantastic San Diego family…
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Howard Johnson (HOJO) Anaheim Hotel Stay
Today is the day that California officially opens up! Celebrate, hallelujah… you get it! And with the opening, Disneyland has also announced that it will end it’s mask requirement for anyone who has been vaccinated. This is big news, especially as temperatures rise here in sunny SoCal. Which means, it just might be time to plan for your next Disney vacation. Our family in fact went to Disneyland last week and the magic is back and in full force… heh… “the force”. However, if you haven’t experience the new Star Wars land and especially Rise of the Resistance, plan your trip now. That ride alone is worth all the effort…
