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California: Ojai, Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Golf, Nature and Inspiring Art.
Since 1923, vacationing guests have sought the tranquil pleasures of the historic Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, a AAA Five Diamond property located on 220 tree-shaded acres 35 miles south of Santa Barbara. Affirmed by its many prestigious awards and fresh from a $90 million renovation, the legendary Inn is one of the nation’s unique hidden treasures. It is full-service resort with endless activities for all ages and according to the LA Parent Magazine a most kid-friendly lodging.
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California: San Diego North, Free or Almost Free Family Vacation Fun.
Southern California has awesome beaches, delightful climate and plenty of great family vacation activities including SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Wild Animal Park, and Scripps. Fun right? But we found a slew of fun and free family friendly things to do that may not be on your family vacation radar screen. Our list includes guided nature walks, puppet making, culture quests, stargazing, owl prowls and art encounters.
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California: Lompoc, Return to Freedom - American Wild Horse Sanctuary.
Wild horses galloping across the Western plains is an image that has long been associated with the spirit and freedom of America. Part of any legend of the Old West includes the mustang. Remember the Disney film Hidalgo. Return to Freedom strives to protect and preserve the remaining wild horses through sanctuary, education, and conservation.
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USA: Western Edge, Best Beach Spots for a Family Vacation.
Just as no two families are alike, no two beaches match the perfect beach formula. Except for sand, sun and water with an occasional fish or seabird which are fairly standard the options for fun remain varied. At the best beaches along the western edge of the USA you will find Pacific sunsets, miles of sand, rocks and surf, sandcastles, sea winds, kites, beach volleyball, music, occasional boardwalk loaded with amusements and Tillamook Cheese.
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Southern California: Ojai Valley, Family Vacation Ideas -Kayaking, Surfing, and Hiking.
Arid, sunny and dramatically beautiful, the Central California Coast offers families plenty of ways to get out and have fun. The area includes Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura. From hiking and stargazing to surfing and kayaking no two days will be the same. Stroll along the beach counting sand crabs; take a day trip to the Channel Islands; browse open-air seasonal markets; experience great theatre and feel the artistic energy of the area. This is the good stuff.
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California: Hollywood, CityPass Family Vacation Ideas - Movie Stars, Celebrities, and Fun.
Southern California is awesome, energizing and pure fun. Time in Hollywood at the very heart of the TV and film mystique is simply the best for families wanting a movie star fix. The Hollywood Walk of Fame CityPass make sit easy to find the right places at the right time. The coupon booklet offers a star filled selection of movie and television locations, make-up, sets, and memorabilia in the heart of scene-chewing historic Hollywood.
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Advice: Free Family Fun – Use Your Membership on Vacation.
When making family vacation plans and looking for ways to cut corners one obvious way to save money on attraction admissions may already be in your wallet. If your family belongs to a children’s museum, science museum, art museum, the zoo or the YMCA, check your membership guide for reciprocal admission privileges at similar facilities nationwide.
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California: Los Angeles, Family Vacation Fun - Raising a Dodgers' Fan.
In the belief that you're never too old to assign guilt to a sibling, I blame my sister for my 11 year olds adoration of the Los Angeles Dodgers. From his earliest years, Eric's aunt has showered him with photos, pennants, and clothing associated with HER favorite team. This wouldn't be a bad thing if we lived in Southern California. However, we live at the other end of a terribly long state where most professional baseball attention focuses south to "Central California teams" like the San Francisco Giants or Oakland "A"s. Some locals even shift their team loyalties north to the Seattle Mariners.
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Southern California CityPass Family Vacation Ideas – Disneyland, Universal Studios and San Diego’s Sea World.
Just imagine a whirl wind Southern California family adventure combining Los Angeles, Anaheim and San Diego and including entertainment, roller coasters, movie themed thrilling rides, dolphins, whales and one of a kind animal encounters. CityPass has a blockbuster ticket book which makes it easy to do it all one family vacation. There is really no need to wait. Buy a CityPass and do the city, it’s as easy as that. The pocket-sized coupon book saves money and makes the deciding effortless.
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California: Santa Barbara, Family Vacation Center.
Your children won't be the only ones having a good time! The popular summer sessions allow parents and kids to explore nature, chill out with a book, play games with the kids, learn to surf, laugh along with others and rejuvenate your spirit. The place is beautiful, the atmosphere family friendly and the fun meter is always working.
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Southern California: Los Angeles, Going to The Autry.
Where the West begins, it offers visitors, pure fun mixed with nostalgia, we found ourselves thinking, "This place is a real vacation secret worth sharing". There were no crowds. Instead, an ample and comfortable number of weekend museum goers meandered through the exhibits; no pressure to move on; no obstructed views. It provides a vacation field trip without stress.
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