Tuna Canyon Hike

Tuna Canyon Park - Hike - Santa Monica Bay ViewLocated in the Santa Monica Mountains between Topanga and Malibu, Tuna Canyon Park covers an expansive 1,255 miles. The park is dotted with sagebrush, wildflowers, and oak trees, offering a picturesque landscape.

Tuna Canyon features numerous hidden trails, making it a less frequented destination perfect for those seeking solitude away from the bustling city life of Los Angeles.

New Orleans Square

Disneyland - New Orleans Square - by damph - FlickrThe Disney resort is practically in my backyard. My family and I love to spend a whole day or just a few hours at the Disney parks. Throughout the years we learned a lot about the parks and attractions that we like to share with you.

New Orleans Square is a themed land based on 19th-century New Orleans. Along with nice riverfront restaurants, it offers two of the most popular rides:

Chino Hills State Park

Chino Hills State Park Discovery Center

Many people are flocking to Chino Hills to admire the wildflower bloom after the wet California winter, but in May 2023, it is a little disappointing. 

Although wildflowers are everywhere, I couldn’t find the multicolored poppies in abundance. I could only see a lot of yellow mustard flowers on the hills and especially along the trails. 

Watching poppy super blooms is a matter of timing. I think people who visited in March had better luck.  

The park is still beautiful and always worth a visit for hiking, biking, jogging, or picnicking. 

That Park extends over 14,173 acres on the borders of Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. 

New Orleans Dining Adventure

NOAL French Market - food samplingWhen visiting a new city, I always try to go on a food tasting tour. It is an excellent way to explore the city and learn about its history and unique foods.

Going on a food tasting excursion is especially important in New Orleans due to the unique fusion of cuisines.

We went with Urban Adventure on their “French Quarter Food Tour” and we loved it. The food choices were excellent and a good representation of Cajun and Creole food.

Oceano Dunes SVRA

nullSVRA stands for State Vehicular Recreation Area, which really means lots of fun and adventure for you and I.

Oceano Dunes is around 3 hours drive north of Los Angeles CA - right next to Pismo Beach. The beautiful scenery along the way will make those 3 hours pass quickly.

Oceano Dunes is my favorite off-road adventure place. It has everything going for it. The weather is always perfect (or at least acceptable), it has lots of sand dunes, it is right on the beach and it is right next to a very beautiful beach city: Pismo Beach – with restaurants, shops, beaches and hotels.