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California Loves Italians…Celebr...
Published on: April 30, 2012
Photo: San Diego Sicilian Festival
There are thousands of Italian restaurants serving up pastas and pleasure. Chased down with a fine Italian wine, what could be better? How about an Italian festa celebrating Italy's culture with dancing, Italian songs, and of course--the FOOD!
Hey, mambo by Rosemary Clooney
A girl went back to Napoli
Because she missed the scenery
The ...
Breakfast with Your Mayor Riding Horse...
Published on: April 30, 2012
Photo: Blessing of the Waves, a non-denominational event, invites everyone who loves the ocean to pay homage.
Do you know your city's mayor?
While most California chambers of commerce host a "State of the City" event featuring the mayor, "Breakfast with the Mayor" can be a little different. From prayers & pancakes to saddle up & ...
Free Willy the Dolphin
Published on: April 30, 2012
Photo: Bolsa Chica wetlands is an inlet to the Pacific Ocean in Huntington Beach, Calif., where a dolphin has made headlines for several days. The inquisitive dolphin ventured from his pod into the wetlands and is precariously stuck there for some unknown reason.
The traffic on Pacific Coast Highway in a commuter section of ...
California Summer of Music Festivals
Published on: April 29, 2012
Photo: California Worldfest in Grass Valley, a four day music festival held in the Sierras July 12 through 15, 2012
Many great music festivals are back in 2012 and it's never too early to plan your accommodations for those that require camping or other such arrangements. Here's what we have on our music festival list to ...
San Francisco Magic
Published on: April 29, 2012
Photo: San Francisco's famous Victorians with the city in the background
Who doesn't love the magic of San Francisco? Traditionally ranking as one of the top destinations in California to best survive recessions, the city by the bay has lots going on to lure you from your fog and into a vacation. This May the city ...
Taking it to the Streets at Encinitas ...
Published on: April 28, 2012
Normally you just wave to your friends zipping by in cars or on bikes as you cross under the big sign that hovers over the coastal highway in Encinitas, Calif. But during one weekend, everybody takes it to the streets, celebrating life at the beach in this North San Diego beach town known for its ...
