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A Thousand Happy Trails at Rancho Oso
Oh, what a beautiful morning as we started out on the trail at Rancho Oso. Oh, what a beautiful day. The weather was perfect for horseback riding (in the low 70s F), and the sun cast a bright golden haze on the landscape. It revealed a tapestry of autumn browns,...Storm Surge Kicks Off Toshiba Tall Ships Festival 2014
“Out in the dark it throbs and glows– the wide, wild sea that no man knows! The wind is chill, the surge is white, and I must sail that sea tonight.” (From “On the Verge” by William Winter) The annual Toshiba Tall Ships Festival at Dana Point, California opened...10 Surprising Things You Should Know When Traveling Abroad
Experienced international travelers know the basics, such as checking the expiration date of their passport before they travel, letting their bank know their travel destinations and dates, and using a destination’s ATM to get the best exchange rate on local currency. ...Tall Ships Return to the Port of Los Angeles
It’s festival season again, the season of tall ships, pirates, traditional crafts and the sea. It’s time for deck tours and cannon battles, sea shanties and privateer shows, and in the Port of Los Angeles, a big rubber ducky. On August 20-24, the Port of Los Angeles...Comfort Food and Literary Air at Botin
Some come for the Cochinillo Asado (roast suckling pig), a specialty of the house. Some come for its historic significance, the oldest restaurant in the world according to Guinness World Records. Still others come to be a part of something less tangible, something...
English, Pedraza and the Rebirth of Spain
“Mis patas rojas, mi pico largo y hago mi casa en el campanario” (My legs are red, my beak long and I make my nest in the bell tower). This traditional Spanish riddle refers to a creature that stands as a symbol for purity, creativity, prosperity, good luck and...Before You Go: 10 To-Do’s from the U.S. Department of State
There are so many details to remember before going on a trip, especially if you’re traveling internationally. It’s easy to forget to check some of the most important travel details. Here are 10 things that the U.S. Department of State advises you do before you go on...Festival of Lavender in All Its Expressions
Provence, France is world-renowned for its lavender, but not so many people are aware that the Central Coast of California is graced with dozens of lavender farms. With its Mediterranean-like climate, the region is ideal for growing wine grapes and lavender. It’s a...O Solo Mia: Does This Sound Like You?
In an ideal world, you always have someone with whom to spend holidays, break bread or travel. But that’s in an ideal world. There’s a tide of hidden people, however, who live alone and find it hard to connect. They have no family or close friendships. They spend...25 Things to Do in Los Angeles for $25 or Less – Number 1
Whether you’re a Tourist or a Townie, there’s always something different and fun to do in the Los Angeles area. But the cost of fun in the City of Angels can add up fast. Below is number 1 in a series of 25 things to do in Los Angeles that will cost $25...Free Download
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