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A Village by the Sea: Carlsbad
Carlsbad, CA
Full of the Quaint spots that make for an idyllic romantic retreat, Carlsbad offers a quiet escape from the more heavily trafficked tourist spots farther south. In this delightful hamlet contrasts comfortably coexist. Colorful fields of flowers overl…
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A Vine Romance: Taste the Grape in Temecula
Temecula, CA
Temecula's Sunny Valley is the closest thing Southern California has to Northern California’s Napa Valley or even the Santa Ynez Valley of the central coast. It’s also a bit of a surprise for first-time visitors. Once you drive past the sprawling tra…
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A Whale-Watching Adventure: Dana Point
Dana Point, CA
Midway between San Diego and Los Angeles is Dana Point, a little jewel of a harbor that’s one of the loveliest in Southern California. The community has a seafaring tradition that dates back to the early 1800s, when New England sailors came to trade …
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Ballooning in Temecula: Hot Air over Grape Country
Temecula, CA
The Temecula Valley is Southern California’s ballooning capital, and with good reason. The valley is filled with vineyards and wineries, and the atmosphere both above and on the ground is perfect for ballooning. This adventure is a mellow yet exhilar…
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California Surf School: Hang Ten 101
Encinitas, CA
Southern California boasts one of surfing’s most famous shorelines. Hundreds and hundreds of breaks all along the coast offer plenty of options to those who want to catch a wave. And once you learn the basics, this huge watery playground is just wait…