Our editorial team lives and works right here in Southern California. Because we're "locals," we know where to find the most interesting things to do for you and your family while you're on your Southern California vacation. We've selected some articles from past issues we think you will find useful so you will have some great ideas to check out when you arrive. Southern California has the greatest attractions in the world from our magnificent beaches and mountains to Hollywood's entertainment scene to the most famous mouse in world, SoCal has it all - ENJOY!

Winter 2010 Get an inside, behind the scenes look at Warner Bros Studios SoCal's largest and closest winter get away American Yacht Charters in Newport Beach BNP Open in Indian Wells, CA - March 8 - 21

Fall 2009 SoCal's theme parks fire-up their Holiday Magic Madame Tussauds' Hollywood - Who do you want to meet? Amtrak's Coast Starlight is the way to get from LA to San DIego The Huntington Library displays over 6 million manuscripts, books and historical photographs

Summer 2009 Belmont Shore - The OC's 90210 only better See the NEW Oceanside - just a short trip south, Oceanside has something for the whole family 7 Beauty Secrets to a more beautiful you

Spring 2009 Looking to See the Real SoCal? Take a Walk... SoCal Magazine's Top Ten Activities - A SoCal vacation means getting out there and paticiptating in more than theme parks After a hard day of vacationing, visit the Chopra Center and say good by to your stress

Winter 2009 Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort - with 150 named trails winding through 3,500 skiable acres, Mammoth Mountain is, well, mammoth! The Getty - It's more than a museum, it's an experiance Enter the wacky interactive 4-D ride game of Toy Story Mania Toy Story Mania! Joins the growing treasure chest of Piixar-Themed Attractions at Disney Parks

Fall 2008 New Shows and Attractions Launch the Fall Holiday Season at the Disneyland Resort SoCal Holiday Happenings at southland theme parks Need a unique gift for Christmas - shop at Belmont Shores

Summer 2008 Looking for a break from the theme parks - head over to Belmont Shore, SoCal's best kept secret Time for our annual run down of what's New and what's Cool in SoCal's major attractions After rescuing the Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Grail from the forces of evil - India Heads for Disneyland! Disneyland Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Submerges in Tomorrowland

Spring 2008 Spring in SoCal means the beach chairs and sun block are not far behind - A look at OC Beaches... Discover the Vintage Architecture, Funky Shops and Savory Restaurants of Downtown Long Beach Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor on Display at Bowers Museum BONUS READ - Website Only GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE: River at Risk Brings Whitewater Excitement to the Giant IMAX Screen

	Winter 2008 Coachella Valley - a famous SoCal desert retreat? The Indian Wells Tennis Garden - The second largest free standing tennis facility in the world Think Nothing Lives in a desert? Visit the Coahella Valley's Living Desert Hit the local snow pack and be back at the beach in time for dinner A lucky guest gets a chance to spend the night in Disney's Dream Suite originally planned for Walt himself
	Fall 2007 It's the Holidays - Major Attractions Spare no Expense to Dazzle your Family Dead Sea Scrolls on Display at the San Diego Natural History Museum A Sleeping Beauty's Castle Get a Blanket of Snow for the Holidays A Not-So-Scary HalloweenTime Returns to Disneyland Resort for Second Year
	Summer 2007 Follow the coast from Malibu to La Jolla to find SoCal's hottest surf spots! The Disneyland Resort Reintroduces those Bright Yellow Subs in Tomorrowland Festival of Arts is California's longest running outdoor art exhibit 40 years of history between the PGA and La Costa Resort is honored
	Spring 2007 Catalina is Open for Business and Waiting to Show Off! Catalina offers scuba divers calmer, cleaner and clearer water Shamu Rocks in a 20 minute, freewheeling, musical journey Knights compete for victory in dangerous sword battles in the Grand Ceremonial Arena
	Winter 2007 Take a Flight You'll Remember the Rest of Your Life! Opened November 1, 1776, The Mission San Juan was the Seventh Mission Built in California
	Fall 2006 With a Mediterranean Climate, Temecula is an Outdoor Enthusiast Paradise New state of the art wing opens at the Bowers Museum with 5,000 years of Chinese art The O.C. offers 800 Miles of Beach, Bay and Mountain Bike Paths
	Summer 2006 Family friendly Newport Beach welcomes vistors from around the world Pirate Shores, Legoland newest entry to SoCal's family attractions Cajun cuisine is the fair of choice for lovers of tasty New Orleans dinning
	Spring 2006 All new show is the most ambitious killer whale show in the park's history Parade of Dreams, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, New Fireworks Show... Stingers, fangs and spines use venom as the weapon of choice
	Winter 2005 Disney's 50th Anniversary Kicks into High Gear Lot's of new things that dazzle and amaze during 50th anniversay party Pirates spotted in Buena Park, California Swashbuckers, incredible aerial artistry and a dinner fit for a - Pirate! Join the Happiest Homecoming on Earth as Disneyland Celebrates its 50th Anniversary
	Fall 2005 New Thrills, Festivities, and FUN Await Your Family at the Disneyland Resort Space mountain's face lift and other new attractions! War of the World and all you can eat at Universal Studios! Universal Studios Hollywood Adds "War of the Worlds" Movie Sets to its Behind-the-Scenes Welcome aboard Captain Dave's Dolphin Safari! Get up close with the Dolpins and Whales of Dana Point, in So-Cal
	Summer 2005 Experience the Charm and Beauty that is San Clemente San Clemente has earned a well deserved reputation as the resort beach town in Orange County. FEAR FACTOR LIVE Now Open at Universal Studios Ordinary People Catapulted into Extraordinary Pulse-Pounding Situations

Sprng 2005

Casa Romantica Cultural Center
World Trade Center Recovery Operation Exhibited at Casa Romantica Cultural Center

Disneyland Celebrates 50th Anniversary with the "Happiest Homecoming on Earth"
Fight the forces of the evil Emperor Zurg with a personal laser cannon in the all new Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters.

Long Beach Whales at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Journey into the depths of the pacific with the Largest Animal on Earth at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Winter 2005

"REVENGE OF THE MUMMY-THE RIDE" Now Open at Universal Studios Hollywood!
This summer, brace yourself for the most advanced thrill ride ever, as Universal Studios Hollywood introduces "Revenge of the Mummy-The Ride."

LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA
LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA To Set the Guinness World Recordfor World's Tallest LEGO Tower

Ocean Institute Captain Makes Career Protecting Gray Whales

The Ocean Institute in Dana Point strives to personalize interaction between people and the ocean

Fall 2004

Bowers Museum Unveils Queen of Sheba: Legend and Reality
The myth, mystery and majesty of the Queen of Sheba are the focus of a new and exciting landmark exhibition at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana.

Fun and Frolic with the Fish at Aquarium of the Pacific

Fall activities abound for your family at Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach Harbor.

For Ghostly Holiday Fun, Disneyland Resort Celebrates the Fall Season

Search for happy haunting grounds this autumn, the Disneyland Resort becomes a spirited realm.

Summer 2004

Weird, Wild and Wonderful at Aquarium of the Pacific!
Can a fish actually change from a she to a he? Do some predators carry chainsaws? Can a male sea horse really become pregnant? And is there a fish that grows its very own fishing pole?

LEGOLAND California Turns Five with New Dinosaurs, Celebrities,

and a Mini City Unveiled!
2004 marks the fifth birthday of LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad, and the theme park is commemorating the momentous occasion by opening five new attractions.

SeaWorld Opens Its Biggest Attraction Ever - JOURNEY TO ATLANTIS!

SeaWorld San Diego debutes its largest and most exciting attraction in its 40-year history

Spring 2004

Catalina Island's Legendary Casino Celebrates 75 Years of History.
This May, the legendary Catalina Casino will celebrate its 75th Anniversary, and on May 29, you and your family can be a part of the Casino's 75th birthday party.

SeaWorld Looks Forward to its Biggest Attraction Ever - JOURNEY TO ATLANTIS! Journey To Atlantis, opening May 29, tells the tale of the mythical island nation through earthquake tremors, floods and other dazzling special effects.

Get Personal with Dolphins and Whales on Captain Dave's Safaris. Climb aboard Captai Dave's hi-tech sailing catamaran and take part in a Whale or Dolphin Safari along the Orange County coast. 

Winter 2004

"Snow White - An Enchanting Musical" Premieres February 22 at Disneyland Park
Snow White was loved from the moment audiences first met her in 1937, and now "Snow White - An Enchanting Musical" brings to life the characters, the songs, and the story of one of the most beloved of all of Walt Disney's animated features.

The San Diego Zoo: The Most Swingin' Place in Town
Swing into the San Diego Zoo for a roaring good time with unusual creatures from around the world!

The Best Whale Watching is in Dana Point Harbor Celebrating the migration of the California Gray Whale, Dana Point begins its annual tribute to these gentle giants.

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