Spring Bursts on to the Scene

In light of all the news talking heads spouting our economic demise, it’s not a wonder people are booking their SoCal get away in record numbers this year. Welcometosocal.com traffic has doubled over 2008 and attraction tickets are being purchase from our site at a record pace. To be frank, I am not surprised. Families need a break, time to focus on each other. Enjoy some quality time together, away from the rigors of everyday life. Could there be a better place to leave it all behind than right here, in beautiful southern California? I think not!  We have it all, stunning beaches, headliner attractions, shopping for days and mountains just three hours away.

In this issue we’ll go Walk-a-bout along some of SoCal’s most stunning coastal trails. We ran this story a couple of years ago and have received dozens of emails from thankful folks who never knew these trails existed. With that in mind, we thought a new batch of SoCal outdoor enthusiasts would enjoy it as well. We also included a nifty little coastal map with some great spots to snap off some pics, so be sure to take your camera.

Continuing the outdoor theme, it is after all spring, be you check out our feature on popular activities that will get you doing things you may have never tried. And, isn’t that what a vacation is all about? For more activate information, and to book one, go to our website at WelcometoSoCal.com. Click the link to SoCal Activities. There, you will find literally dozens of activities, from Kayaking to Parasailing to Walking Tours, you can book it all right online.

We’re launching an exciting new line of apps for your iPhone and iPod called Walkees™ which can be purchased right from your iPhone or on iTunes. Walkees™ are custom designed, highly detailed maps for theme parks. Each Walkee™ is GPS enabled and offers in-depth information and locations for attractions, restaurants, shops, ATMS, Guest Relations and many other valuable places you will want to know. Walkees™ are fun to use weather you’re at the park or not. Disneyland® Park Walkee™ is now available in the App Store on iTunes, or, search Disney on your iPhone or iPod Touch. To see an online demonstration of Walkees™, go to TapBanana.com.

Jim Kirkwood

Publsher