Getaway
Arkouda Stays Makes the Case for a Big Bear Fall Getaway
Lake views, a telescope and a weekend with my mom offered a preview of the slower days that make Big Bear worth returning to in autumn. The telescope was the detail that stayed with me. A few weeks ago, my mom and I checked into…
Beyond Santa: How SkyPark Rebuilt a California Landmark for a New Generation
High above Skyforest, a cyclist pedals through the pines with nothing beneath the wheels but a narrow steel rail and 40 feet of mountain air. This is the B Rail, a suspended, human-powered ride built along the route of Santa’s Village’s historic Bumble Bee Monorail. The original attraction…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Where to Stay on America’s Coasts for the Ultimate Soccer Summer
When the FIFA World Cup arrives in North America, the world’s biggest sporting event won’t be confined to stadiums. Across California, hotels and resorts are transforming the tournament into a celebration of travel, culture, food and…
Indonesian-American R&B Artist Almira Zaky Steps Into a Bold New Era With “Match My Energy”
Some artists spend years figuring out who they are. With her latest single, Indonesian-American R&B artist Almira Zakysounds like she already knows. Released on May 29, “Match My Energy” arrives as a confident declaration from an artist whose career has steadily expanded from the…
Santa Monica Place Launches a Summer Soccer Celebration With Match Screenings, DJs and Waterfront Energy
On June 12, Santa Monica Place will transform into a full-day fan destination as it debuts its inaugural Santa Monica USA Kick Off Celebration, bringing live match screenings, music, interactive experiences, and festival-style programming to the heart of the city…
Terranea Resort Launches a Summer of Stargazing, Coastal Adventure, and Oceanfront Wellness
The California coast has no shortage of beautiful hotels, but few carry the kind of history that lives inside Hotel Casa del Mar. For a century, the landmark oceanfront property has stood along the sands of Santa Monica watching…