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The Glossary
California Travel Guide
California is the third largest state of the United States of America, located on its western coast. Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and San Jose are the four largest cities of this state. A Spanish colony in late 18th Century, California was a part of Mexico when the former attained independence in 1821. It was ceded to U.S. after Mexican American War in 1846 and adopted as a state of U.S. in 1850.
There are many reasons to come to California. It is the Land of Wine and Food, a culinary delight, and a favorite of gourmets from all over the world. Chez Panisse (in Berkeley), regarded as the pioneer of California cuisine, serves tastiest food prepared from fresh ingredients grown organically. French Laundry (in Yountville) is widely reckoned among the world's best restaurants. It is no secret among connoisseurs that Napa Valley wines are as good as French. There are more than 200 wineries here, with Robert Mondavi Winery (Napa Valley) and Frey Vineyards (Redwood Valley) leading the pack.
Very few regions of the world share California's creativity. Its cultural bounty include J. Paul Getty Museum (in Los Angeles), rich in priceless contemporary as well as old master paintings, Walt Disney Concert Hall (in Los Angeles), home to Los Angeles Philharmonic, War Memorial Opera House (in San Francisco), the stage of San Francisco Opera and Balboa Park (in San Diego), the largest urban cultural park of the U.S.
California has more than 1000 miles of spectacular coastline. Big Sur is a region of central Californian coast from where Lucia Mountains rises from the Pacific Ocean. Coastal areas north of this region are rugged and dramatic, while beaches on the south are laid back. San Carlos Beach (South Coast) and Gold Bluffs Beach (North Coast) are just two of many beach attractions of California. The beaches provide ample opportunities for all types of water sports.
California is a paradise for nightlife lovers. One can shake legs on the beats of salsa, contra dancing, techno, hip hop, ballroom, cuban and more all night. Fillmore (in San Francisco), Viper Room, Mood (in Los Angeles) and Cafe Sevilla (San Diego) are popular places to indulge in nightlife.
Disneyland, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom (in Vallejo) and California's Great America (in Santa Clara) are some of the places where children can have fun outing. Grown ups can treat themselves with golf, fishing, biking, camping, hiking, sailing and host of other activities.
User blogs:
The Easy Way to Find Your Next Flight
Not everyone has experienced the convenience of looking for and booking air travel online. For some people who are not used to online shopping, or for those learning how to browse for the first time it can be a little intimidating at first. It seems like there are a lot of advertisements telling people where to go to book their flight online, but not many articles that take a step-by-step approach ... Read full Blog post
The biggest problem traveling with Bike
The biggest problem for traveling by bike is Transport to the start and from the end of our trip. As a personal trainer I had no big problem with this but I remember like it was yesterday, especially when they come these hot days, when we were kids (that a few decades ago) the only opportunity we had to practice was to grab our bikes cycling, upload them to the door of our house and out from ... Read full Blog post
Volunteering for typhoon Ketsana victims
“There’s nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer,” says a general in the movie Pearl Harbor. True enough, typhoon Ondoy (internationally nicknamed Ketsana) may have proven its might by destroying hundreds of lives and hundreds more in houses and properties, yet this monster-of-a-calamity did not win in devastating the faith and Good Samaritan-spirit of thousands of men and ... Read full Blog post
In our Magazine
Summer Destination to Avoid: Gulf of Mexico
EPA is failing to do their job monitoring the air and reporting factual data. The people need to be made aware that their lives and long term livelihood are at stake because of the air quality in Gulf of Mexico.
How to Avoid Traveling Troubles
Traveling to a certain destination might not become memorable if there are too many troubles along the way. Remember that even the best trips are usually not trouble-free. Follow these tips that help lessen the hassles.
Unique Toys from Japan
Japan is known for its fascinating, and sometimes, eccentric culture. From anime, karaoke, to advanced technology, the Land of the Rising Sun always has something unique to offer.
