Ventura County: The Land of Surf, Sand, and Sun
Situated just south of Santa Barbara, Ventura County is a picturesque region with exceptional weather for most of the year.
Nestled among the rolling hills, orange, lemon, and avocado groves of Heritage Valley, Santa Paula maintains an old-town charm. Located along the Santa Clara River just 65 miles northwest of Los Angeles, Santa Paula is known as the “Ci...
Situated just south of Santa Barbara, Ventura County is a picturesque region with exceptional weather for most of the year.
Rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, arid desert landscapes, and off-the-beaten-path beaches; SoCal really is the ideal package.
From luxurious teepees in the desert to chic yurts along the coast, these are the best places to go glamping in Southern California.
California's hot summer days are best spent taking refreshing dips in a cool bodies of water. These are SoCal's best swimming holes.
Situated just south of Santa Barbara, Ventura County is a picturesque region with exceptional weather for most of the year.
Rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, arid desert landscapes, and off-the-beaten-path beaches; SoCal really is the ideal package.
From luxurious teepees in the desert to chic yurts along the coast, these are the best places to go glamping in Southern California.
California's hot summer days are best spent taking refreshing dips in a cool bodies of water. These are SoCal's best swimming holes.
Dedicate some well-deserved time to your well-being and try one of the best meditation retreats in California.
Feel the breeze in your hair and see everything this bikeable city has to offer as you pedal along oceanside piers and climb winding roads.
Whether you’re looking for extra support or motivation, these home workout essentials will help you achieve your goals.
From rugged coastlines to mountainous peaks, there's no shortage of excellent locations for fishing near Southern California.
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Get ahead of the bandwagon and check out California’s underrated cities—you’ll be glad you found them sooner rather than later.
Have you ever wondered which are the safest cities to live in California? Check out the cities that made our list.
We're here to prove that California can be budget-friendly! Here are 11 of the cheapest places to live in Northern and Southern California.
Join us as we scout for California’s most famous movie houses and see how many you recognize.
From donating profits to volunteering in the community, here are 10 California companies that give back to their communities and the planet.
Making the switch to clean beauty? Here are the best natural hair products from California-based clean haircare companies.
Whether you're shopping for a high school or college grad, here are the best graduation gifts from California brands—for every price point.
Here's a standout selection of the best waterfront restaurants in California with world-class water views and fresh seafood.
From coffees and teas to baked goods and ice cream, California's best pumpkin spice products are anything but basic.
Take a good look around you and you’ll go nuts over all the snacking options California throws at you.
Make the most of the season while also boosting your immune system by savoring California's fall vegetables and fruits.
Check out the best things to do in Ventura now for a magical adventure along the Southern California coast.
When Sonny and Cher bought a beach house in the city back in the 1960s, they knew what they were doing.
Does anything smell better than a freshly cut Christmas tree? Pick out your favorite from one of the top Christmas tree lots near L.A.
From piers to downtowns, SoCal offers plenty of pastime adventures to enjoy without needing to rely too much on your credit card.
If you’re willing to let the cosmos take reign over your travel plans, then read on for the best fall road trips based on your zodiac sign.
The open road is where mighty mountains dive into the crashing waves of the roaring Pacific.
Whether you want to plan a fun getaway with your besties or your partner, you can’t go wrong with a beach road trip in Southern California.
Admire everything from purple sands to grand rock formations on this road trip to the best Central Coast beaches.
Want to participate in a local beach clean-up near you? Here are all the ways you can help keep the beaches clean.
For a better understanding of which public university system is the right fit for you, here’s a UC vs. Cal State guide to help you decide.
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