Catch a wave and smell the ocean breeze inside this California Dreamin' Birthday Bash here at Kara's Party Ideas. See the amazing details today!
We found the best recipes from California—all shared by local home cooks. These dishes showcase fresh ingredients from across the Golden State, like lemon, avocado and seafood.
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The ultimate guide to planning a California bachelorette party including top party destinations with attractions, accommodations and more!
There is no shortage of things to do in Palm Springs. While golf, shopping, laying poolside and happy hour seem like obvious choices, there is so much more
Catch a wave and smell the ocean breeze inside this California Dreamin' Birthday Bash here at Kara's Party Ideas. See the amazing details today!
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Editor Shannon McMahon is always planning her next trip and often writing in her travel journal. Follow her on Twitter @shanmcmahon_ and on Instagram @shanmcmahon. Shannon joined SmarterTravel in 2015. A former news reporter, she's lived in the south of Spain, spotted elephants in Sri Lanka, gone spelunking in the Caribbean, hiked Jordan's Petra Basin, interviewed Sao Paulo's Michelin-Star chefs, and explored China via bullet train. Travel trends, news oddities, and her visits to up-and-coming destinations are some of her favorite things to write about. Her stories have also appeared online on USA Today, The Sun, Huffington Post, Business Insider, blog.TripAdvisor.com, Boston.com, and more. Her educational background is in journalism, art history, gender studies, Spanish, and film. She's been quoted as an expert travel source by CNBC, People.com, MarketWatch, The Washington Post, USA Today, and more. The Handy Item I Always Pack: "Plenty of extra thick hair elastics. They tame my frizzy curls and come in handy in a surprising number of packing and hotel dilemmas." Ultimate Bucket List Experience: "Climbing (yes, climbing, it's steep!) the Great Wall of China before it's gone." Travel Motto: "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." - Mark Twain Aisle, Window, or Middle Seat: "Window, of course." Email Shannon at [email protected].
How to plan a perfect vacation in La Jolla, California. All my favorite hotels, restaurants, beaches, shopping and more travel tips for San Diego.
Today my bestie for the last 7 years, Alex, is going to tell us everything we need to know about LA. I got to visit her only once but she was the perfect tour guide showing me so much in just four days. This guide is great for first-timers because it has all the hot
From Newport to NYC, these girls trip vacation ideas are the perfect inspo. Check out the 40 best destinations for a girlfriends getaway.
California is an iconic State of North America famous for so many things. Find out all about them in our California trivia questions!
Ojai is located about 83 miles from LA, roughly an hour and half drive. It’s an easy drive and from my place ( in San Gabriel ), the 210 is the freeway you take most of the way, which allows you to avoid a good amount of traffic. For the last 20 minutes of the drive, you get some breathtaking views
We love that this invitation clearly defines the 'fun in the sun' theme and creates that 'Palm Springs meets Summer baby' vibe!
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36 people died in the California warehouse party fire.
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The top bachelorette party destinations you can drive to, from the West Coast & California, to the East Coast, Midwest and wherever you're located in the USA.
California is a state so vast, so beautiful, so varied that you could spend an entire lifetime traveling it and still never get bored of its landscapes.
You probably have face the same dilemma I do every time I head to the party aisle of local chain stores. Their selection is, well, lacking. As a former wedding and party blogger turned editorial party stylist, let's just say I know a little something about party supplies.
You make it in a flash. Just pour an envelope of Lipton onion soup mix into a pint of sour cream. Stir it with a fork... chill. You've got it.
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Planning a trip to Napa Valley? I'm an area local & go wine tasting in Napa Valley A LOT. These are my must-know tips for visitors so you can have the perfect trip!
Dreaming of wine country? This Napa Valley budget guide provides helpful money-saving tips for an awesome getaway that won't leave you broke.
From the trendy clubs of Hollywood to the dive bars in Downtown, Los Angeles has something for everyone when it comes to nightlife. This guide will show you all the best places to go!
Doing a grand tour of California's wine country? Whether you're staying in Sonoma or Napa, here are the coolest Airbnbs in the area!
My bachelorette party in Savannah, Georgia was one to remember. Here's everything you need to know for the best Savannah bachelorette party from where to stay to what to do. It also includes handy tips on what to pack. Bonus- did you know you can drink outdoors?
Barbecues are awesome by nature and they don't need to be fancy. But use even one of these tips and you will feel like a genius — and have more time to hang.
The best bars and clubs in Palm Springs, California. The desert may not be known for nightlife, but that is rapidly changing as more bars open up thanks to
That's right, get free stuff just for being born! We put together this list of 58 places you can get birthday freebies, so you know where...
Newport Beach, California is the perfect summer weekend trip from San Diego. We're sharing where to stay in Newport Beach and things to do in the area!
These Spicy Shrimp Stacks are a fun twist on the spicy California roll topped with fresh guacamole, bang bang sauce and homemade mango salsa.
Explore California on a budget! Our guide to the cheapest places to visit in California will help you save money while experiencing the best of the Golden State
We round up the best AirBnBs in Ojai for the perfect trip whether you are traveling as a family, a group, or for a bacherlorette!
Dainty sandwiches, freshly brewed tea, so many scones, and all the clotted cream.
These are the 20 best restaurants in Palm Springs. From hip cafes to chic bars, this is your ultimate guide to Palm Spring dining.
The best things to do in Palm Springs, from nature walks to bicycle tours to cocktail sipping at rooftop bars. This iconic town has something for everyone.
Check out the 10 best new restaurants in Temecula and learn about all the amazing new places there are to eat in and around Temecula.
Quick weekend trips are very necessary to getaway from the daily grind every now and then. Here's how my friends and I spent ours in Malibu, California!
Planning a visit to Ojai? From where to stay, to the best restaurants to the best things to do in Ojai this is your ultimate guide.
What are the best places to visit in Palm Springs? Where you should stay in Palm Springs and Joshua Tree? This ultimate travel guide to Palm Springs and Joshua Tree contains all best recommendations regarding your perfect gateway to the desert.
