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Family Staycation Guide

June 28, 2022 Leave a Comment

Dana Point Harbor

From north to south Orange County, here’s your guide to fun family travel while staying local.  North Buena Park From Knott’s Berry Farm and Soak City to Medieval Times and Pirates Dinner Adventure, there’s no lack of things to do in this busy city. Knott’s Hotel offer several packages for those wishing to stay a […]

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: animals, beaches, Jessica Peralta, staycation, theme parks

Small Zoo, Big Cats

May 24, 2022 Leave a Comment

OC Big Cats Exhibit

The OC Zoo in Orange has expanded its ‘pawprint’ to house a new Large Mammal Exhibit and five large felines for families to enjoy year round.   A waterfall flows through the rocky scenery of Santiago’s new digs. He’s still exploring the space, but the sound seems soothing. That, and the meaty treat he gets from […]

Filed Under: Openings, Things to Do Tagged With: animals, Shawn Price

Editor’s Picks: August 2020

August 4, 2020 Leave a Comment

PICK OF THE MONTH: Virtual OC Fair Even though the traditional in-person OC Fair isn’t occurring this year, you can still get a fairly terrific fair experience through the magic of the Internet. With content available on ocfair.com all summer long, this virtual version presents an entertaining array of performances, contests, events, and additional family-friendly […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, dining, fairs & festivals

Editor’s Picks: July 2020

June 29, 2020 Leave a Comment

PICK OF THE MONTH: Knott’s California Marketplace Knott’s Berry Farm’s first public “attraction” was its roadside stand, so it makes sense that, during its 100th anniversary, Knott’s re-opens its Marketplace first while exiting its pandemic hiatus. Folks now can go to Marketplace stores and restaurants (like Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant, Peanuts Headquarters, Candy Parlour, […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, dining, Knott's Berry Farm

Editor’s Picks: March 2020

March 2, 2020 Leave a Comment

A whales tale peaks out of the blue ocean

PICK OF THE MONTH: 14th Anniversary Jamboree! At The Cube Saturday, March 14 Parenting OC returns to Discovery Cube with its Kids’ Summer Opportunities Jamboree event. This is the fifth year the iconic Orange County family destination has partnered with Parenting OC to host the summer-fun planning extravaganza. From 10 am-3 pm, this free event presents a […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, Disneyland, Jamboree

Marine Life and Coastal Adventures in Orange County

February 11, 2020 Leave a Comment

Dolphin and Whale Watching Safari

We don’t have to go far to experience marine life and coastal adventures in Orange County. This might not be the time of year to take a cooling swim in the ocean waves. But it’s definitely the right season to appreciate living along the coast in ways that are just as fun. February and the […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, beaches, Karin Klein

ZOOMARS Petting Zoo and Gillie the Guinea Pig

November 27, 2019 Leave a Comment

How Little Gillie Saved the Zoo Slideshow

The fast and furry-ous rise of San Juan Capistrano–based ZOOMARS is a story within a story. It’s a place for horses, rabbits, goats, and of course, guinea pigs. It’s a place for kids to play and learn. It’s a place with a long and unique history. It’s ZOOMARS Petting Zoo in San Juan Capistrano, where […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, Jessica Peralta, outdoors

Editor’s Picks: October 2019

September 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

witch statues

PICK OF THE MONTHRoger’s Gardens Halloween Boutique: Malice in Wonderland Tuesday, October 1-Thursday, October 31 Roger’s Gardens has gone all Lewis Carroll for its Halloween Boutique (open 9 am-6 pm daily). Let the White Rabbit be your guide into this strange den of Halloween decorations, a labyrinth of decor ready to help make your home […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, beaches, Knott's Berry Farm

Editor’s Picks: May 2019

April 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

PICK OF THE MONTHBear Awareness DaySaturday, May 4th Ursine enthusiasts will barely be able to contain their excitement over today’s activities (10 am–3 pm). Gather family and friends for a day of bear-themed activities, zookeeper chats and more. Chat with bear keepers and visit learning stations where you can discover the latest in bear research […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, health, holiday

Editor’s Picks: March 2019

March 4, 2019 Leave a Comment

PICK OF THE MONTH 48th Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales March 2-3, 9-10 This whale-sized festival crams an incredible number of events into two weekends at Dana Point Harbor during the gray whale’s annual winter migratory ritual. The Festival of Whales Parade kicks off the festivities on Saturday, March 2 at 10 a.m. Attendees […]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: animals, Disneyland, fairs & festivals

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