Looking for a fun and free thing to do with the entire family? Look no further than the Fullerton Arboretum. This botanical garden in Southern California is dedicated to trees and is home to 26 acres of trees and plants from around the globe, making…
What kind of gift do you get someone who is obsessed with California? I’ve got quite a few ideas for you to find that perfect gift for the California lover in your life. Being obsessed with California myself, I have scoured Amazon looking for all…
One of the most popular things to do in Orange County is to have a bonfire on the beach. It’s one of those classic California past-times that brings back all the feel-good childhood memories, right?! This is something that should be on everyone’s California bucket…
Channel Islands National Park, one of the most remote national parks in the United States, is just a 2-hour drive and 1-hour boat trip from Orange County. It is an excellent place to visit for an adventurous but relaxing day trip to get away from…
Orange County has several options for outdoor yoga including yoga in the park and yoga on the beach. Most of the classes listed below are open to all age groups and best of all, most of them are free! However, the free ones typically suggest…
This California bucket list has been updated for 2021 and includes all outdoor activities so you can safely explore Southern California! Always check the latest restrictions and business information to make sure they are open before you head out. I created this Southern California Bucket…
One of the best hikes in Laguna Beach is to the beautiful Top of the World. It is exactly what it sounds like – you’ll get an amazing 360-degree view over the Laguna Beach coastline and Orange County’s Saddleback Mountain. On a clear day you can…
If there’s one thing you cannot miss in Death Valley, it’s Devils Golf Course. While researching what to see during a very quick 2-day road trip to Death Valley, this is one spot that kept coming up. And it’s easy to see why. Devils Golf…
Joshua Tree is a magical place that I beg everyone to experience at least once. Luckily, it’s an easy road trip destination from Southern California cities and I’m going to show you how to see Joshua Tree in one day with some of the best…
Christmas in Orange County is a little different than what I was used to as a kid. Growing up in Wisconsin meant cold and snowy holidays where the family would gather inside and stay warm and cozy. At first, I thought a Southern California Christmas…
Huntington Beach – palm trees, sunsets, surfers, perfect waves, and sunny days. It just doesn’t get any better than this, right?! Some of the best things to do in Huntington Beach are to walk the pier, roast marshmallows on the beach, witness an epic sunset,…
There are so many cool things to do in and around Orange County I feel like I’ll never run out of ideas. My bucket list keeps getting bigger and bigger. What happens when you’re trying to save money but you also want to get out…