Catalina Island is located 22 miles off the coast of Southern California near Long Beach. Ths island is 21 miles long and about 8 miles wide. Avalon is the principal town and main ferry terminus. Discovered by Cabrillo in 1542 and later used for smuggling and piracy. Today it is a major resort and sportsfishing paradise.

Pinnacles Park
California's Newest Park

This unique place located east of the Salinas Valley, was just recently upgraded to full U.S. National Park status. The primary landmarks here are eroded remnants of a long-extinct volcano. These rock formations and caverns are a popular destination for hikers and rock climbers. The eastern and western portions of the park are only connected by scenic foot trials.

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Five major MLB Teams play in California. The 2013 season is the first featuring 15 teams in each league, requiring inter-league play to occur all year long. MLB has the highest season attendance of any sports league in the world. Organized professional baseball dates back to 1871.

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Whale Watching Tours
Private Ocean Tours
Year-Round Cruises

Just of the California coastline it is not hard for an experienced boat captain to find several forms of these popular large, friendly sea creatures passing by. Sometimes they will put on a spontaneous show and be quite entertaining.

Get up close and personal with dolphins, sea lions, pelagic sea birds, sea lions, harbor seals and possibly a great variety of migrating whales on these eco-friendly cruises departing from multiple locations in the state.

Alcatraz Island Tour
U.S. National Historic Landmark

Get a close-up look at the site of the first lighthouse and US built fort on the West Coast. This infamous federal penitentiary was long off-limits to the general public. Rich in history, there is also a nature side with rock—gardens, tide pools, bird colonies, and bay views beyond compare.

GoKart Racing
Superfast Indoor Racetracks

Motor racing is a popular sport celebrated by its fans throughout the world. Through the excitement of competition, speed and sound, motor racing fans live vicariously through their favorite driver’s experience. Unlike most sports activities, motor racing is watched by many, but experienced by very few. Take you chance in these hi-caliber racing machines.

Redwood Coastal Parks
U.S. National Park

Considered as one of the most unique ecosystems on our planet where there is a serene balance between ancient coast redwood groves, gray whales, black bears, banana slugs and much more.

The redwoods thrive in a temperate ecosystem and require lots of precipitation. The climate here is 40 - 60 degrees year round.

California Gold Country
History Tour

The 1848 discovery of large deposits of gold in the Californian foothills changed an entire way of life for the newly acquired American territory. Today you can still find museums and gold mine tours that tell the story of the 49er miners, their equipment and some of their unique finds.

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Don’t stay on dry land during the 2013 America’s Cup in San Francisco – get closer to the action on this Viator Exclusive 1.5-hour San Francisco Bay cruise! Home to the current defending champion, the Golden Gate Yacht Club, San Francisco is the perfect place for this year’s race series, which takes place through July, August and September. Your cruise will operate around the race course and past the city’s iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Treasure Island. When not racing - See super yachts docked at the pier.

Unique, private plane tour of the US West Coast: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas & Grand Canyon. Four-star hotel accommodation, two meals a day and entry to top attractions are included in the all-inclusive, unbeatable price. Flying into private airports means you’ll save time avoiding long lines at commercial airports, and your luggage will be transported from plane to your hotel room in true VIP style!

This unique tour by minibus or van will take you from Los Angeles to the must-see destinations of central and northern California: Santa Barbara, Solvang, Carmel, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park or Hearst Castle. Sit back and relax as you are transported from one fabulous California destination to the next!

Check out the Region Directory in the left hand margin or continue to browse the website to discover many more exciting California Resort Life adventure opportunities.

Live in Concert
Tickets on Sale Now

Good seats are available now for some superstar acts coming soon to Southern California. Check giant calendar listing and order tickets fast online. Live Concerts make for a great gift or adventure night.

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California Sports Events
Football / Baseball / Basketball / Golf / WWE

Many spectacular sporting events come to Southern California. The adventure is more amazing when you are there in person with your friends. Check out the big calendar here.

Baseball - Dodgers / Angeles / Padres / Collegiate / Etc
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California Theater
Touring Plays from Broadway

Major productions come to life on the local stage in Southern California, the home of Hollywood. Big online directory to upcoming shows, concerts, musicals, comedy, opera and more. The curtain is rising, so find your theater tickets now!

California Marine Life Tour
Aquariums & More

California is home to several major world class aquarium exhibits and a number of lessor ones with a major emphasis on exploring life and habitat in the great Pacific Ocean.

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Tour Los Angeles
City of Angels

Over 18 million people who hail from all parts of the globe and speak over a hundred different languages call this place home. The greater metropolitan area spreads across four counties and is the largest urban area in California and the second largest in the USA. This region is bordered by prominent mountain ranges, fertile valleys, forests, desert, and the Pacific Ocean.

Hearst Castle Tour
San Simeon, CA

At its heyday, the Hearst Castle was the ultimate weekend getaway for the rich and famous. Visitors today can enjoy the many pools, epicurean delights, lavish costume parties and magnificent Star Gazing. It is one of the most popular attractions in California.

CA State Parks

The California State Parks System preserves many of the most significant parklands in the state. Services are available for camping, hiking, wildlife viewing, stargazing and many other outdoor recreational opportunities.

CA State Historic Parks

Visit famous battlefields, fortresses, railyards, old pueblos and other famous landmarks of California. Many are located in scenic areas and host regular festivals, special dining, and living history tours.

CA State Beaches

The California State Parks System also manages a great stretches of scenic coastline property. Many different ways to play in the sand and the surf.

CA State Reserves

State Nature Reservers protect a variety of unique environments including ancient sand dunes, native american settlements, wildlife refuges, and hiking trials.