Oak Canyon offers an easy trail along a year-round stream, a cactus-covered ridge and a wide variety of flowers. It seemed as though the rains were never going to come this past winter, didn’t it? The hills remained brown and wildflowers that usually show up in early January still hadn’t made an appearance two months […]
JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
This postcard perfect beachfront resort lies where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean. With cliffside tiers down to the water, these luxury digs have panoramic views over tranquil infinity pools to the crashing waves below. Sophisticated décor worthy of the JW brand adorns public areas and the well appointed suites, while the property […]
End-of-Summer Road Trips
Summer is drawing to a close, but there is still time for one last family getaway. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort and Spa www.omnihotels.com Located on 240 lushly landscaped acres in the heart of the desert, the Rancho Las Palmas feels like a relaxing oasis. Set against a backdrop of mountains and palm trees, the […]
Theme Park Staycations
When your bag of tricks is nearing that mid-summer empty point and you can’t handle hearing one more “I’m boooored” it’s time to bust out the big guns…theme parks. Amp up the fun with these overnight extenders to turn your long day into a long weekend to remember. Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park www.disneyland.com […]
V-Day Stay-Cays
When you want to get your Valentines on, skip the crowded airports and long security lines. A quick escape is just what the love doctor ordered for parents needing to decompress from the chaos of family life. The Ranch at Laguna Beach Coastal cool reigns at The Ranch at Laguna Beach, the newest south county […]
Date Night
It’s Date Night in OC, and not just any date night…Valentine’s Day! Here are our picks for a great night out. SOL Cocina Bare your SOL to your significant other this Valentine’s weekend. In addition to Executive Chef Deborah Schneider’s award-winning regular menu, guests can enjoy Valentine’s Dinner Specials on Tuesday, February 14th. Perfect for […]
Keystone’s Tops!
A Colorado Family Ski Haven While Vail and Aspen have a serious reputation for exclusivity and upscale slopes with all the bells and whistles we’ve come to be spoiled by in OC, don’t discount this family-friendly Colorado option just a 90 minute transfer from Denver. Plenty of bucket list experiences are tucked away in these […]
Travel Diary: Kids in the City
There’s no city that screams “holiday” like New York. And for those parents with kids in middle school or teens who can’t miss exams or sports practice, holiday break might be the only time you have a long enough break to make it worth the trip. Here’s our visual round up of the best sights, […]