Orange County

Kids or no kids, there’s something, well, magical, about the Magic Kingdom. From the old-fashioned charms of the Happiest Place on Earth to the newfangled thrills of the updated California Adventure Park, the Disneyland Resort offers up diversion, delight, and then some. And the pleasure is all the richer when you don’t have to contend with lines, hassles, and high temps. Enter, “off-season.” While Disneyland technically does not have such

We interrupt your healthy New Year’s resolutions with this message: It’s California Restaurant Month. We know, it seems like cruel and unusual punishment (or at least a serious test of willpower) to time a month’s worth of delicious deals with fresh starts and shiny new vows to work off that holiday gut. But think of it this way: Restaurant Month doesn’t have to be about gorging, and it can even help

The O.C. might be known for its beach culture and “real” housewives, but it’s also a great place for a family getaway (hold the sigh—we’re not talking Disneyland). Rich in agricultural history (“Orange County” comes from the acres of orange trees that once grew here) and teeming with marine life, the area is a “magic kingdom” in its own right, with myriad family-approved activities, from farm tours to pirate ships,

You know that vivacious beach town you dream about on dreary afternoons? Well, it does exist, and the locals call it “Newps.” In Newport Beach, people ride bikes down the boardwalks (with surfboards in hand), and you can hear the waves breaking in the night from nearly anywhere in town. And there is no need for a white Christmas when you have  lights and decorations on all the boats in

One of the best things about living in California is our glorious abundance of surf and sand. And these days, with no shortage of pet-friendly hotels, it’s easy to bring man’s best friend along for the adventure. Not all SoCal beaches welcome canines, but we dog paddled our way down the coast and discovered six of the best dog-friendly beaches in Southern California. Coronado Dog Beach  | Ocean Boulevard |