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Face to face with the giraffes at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Photo courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara
100 Things To Do in California with Kids Before They Leave The Nest
There are at least 100 things in California worthy of any family's bucket list. How many have your...
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25 Fun Things to do in San Francisco with Kids
Visiting San Francisco? Check out our best bets for family fun in the City by the Bay.
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These LA hotels offer getaways with perks kids and parents will love.
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From mountains to beaches to theme parks, no matter where you go in the Golden State the kids will...
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The Happiest Place on Earth feels a lot happier with a good game plan.
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It will take a while to do all the things on this list, but chances are the weather will be great!
100 Things To Do with LA Kids Before They Grow Up
We can't stop them from growing up so fast, but we can try not to miss the bucket list items.
SoCal Theme and Water Parks Guide
Southen California treats families to some of the nation's best and most famous theme parks.
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The desert resort with 350 days of sunshine per year is a great starting point for fun.
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Insider's Guide to Griffith Park: More Things To Do Than Most Angelenos Know!
In a park this big, there are always new things to discover.
Cayton Children's Museum, photo by Matthew Tucciarone
Best Children's Museums in Los Angeles and Orange County
It's time to touch everything and ditch the inside voices!
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Yosemite is a must-see for its waterfalls, ancient Giant Sequoias, iconic rock formations, and...
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Every day can be a staycation when you live in the entertainment capitol of the world!
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Where To Go Whale Watching in LA: Whale Cruises and Viewpoints for Landlubbers
How to see the giant mammals on their 6,000-mile quest for romance.
Photo by Jamie Pham/Los Angeles Zoo
7 Best Zoos near Los Angeles: the LA Zoo Is Just the Beginning
Zoos are all around SoCal, so grab the kids and go wild.
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30 Things You Have To Do in Santa Monica with Kids
When tourists imagine Los Angeles, what they're really picturing is Santa Monica.
Hiking and Camping Guide for Los Angeles Families
Let other states boast about their cheese; we know they envy our weather. LA's hiking season starts...
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Who knew there was so much nature to see in the Las Vegas area? Photo courtesy of Springs Preserve
25 Road Trips From Los Angeles for a Weekend Family Getaway
Eager to hit the road and put Los Angeles in your rear view mirror for a while?
Family Travel Bucket List : Kayaking California's Channel Islands on a Trip from Ventura
Despite its location so close to Los Angeles, Channel Islands National Park is one of the least...
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Santa Ynez Valley: a California Paradise of Kid-friendly Wineries
Santa Ynez has enough kids' activities for parents to taste wines without any whines.
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Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a San Diego Family Vacation
Discover all the family friendly fun this popular beach city has to offer.
Restaurants Near Disneyland, 8 Family-Friendly Places To Eat Near the Park
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Beyond Disney: 25 Things To Do in Anaheim with Kids
There's a lot more to this Orange County city than Ducks and a Mouse.
25 Things To Do in Beverly Hills with Kids
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Skyslide: The Thrill Ride High Above Downtown LA at Oue Skyspace
When I first saw the Skyslide, my heart skipped a beat.
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7 Best Train Ride Day Trips To Take from Los Angeles
Let someone else do the driving on your escape this weekend.
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Catalina Island: 28 Fun Things To Do with Kids
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100 Things To Do with LA Kids Before They Grow Up
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Cap Rock Hike. Photo by Ken Lund/Flickr
Joshua Tree: 12 Things Not To Miss with Kids in this Desert National Park
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