As every Who down in Whoville knows, Universal Studios Hollywood is a fun place to visit on a regular day, but during the holidays, it’s even more spectacular: transformed into a Winter Wonderland called Grinchmas. And Christmas in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter brings magical decorations and performances to…
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Disneyland always goes all-out for Christmas, and this year is no exception. From now until January 6th, you’ll find both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have been transformed.
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Is Halloween one of your favorite holidays? Then we predict you will enjoy visiting Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for Halloween. They know how to do it. We love Halloween here at MomsLA, so we like to share all the fun ways to celebrate all around Southern California. We hope…
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Universal Studios Hollywood is a terrific theme park experience here in Los Angeles, and it’s always a fun time when you go. This Summer, there are 10 extra reasons to visit.
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Escape Rooms are a great way to have fun as a group, working together to solve puzzles and clues, and you’ll find out more about all the Escape Rooms in Los Angeles than you thought possible when you read about the dozens we found.
Learn more >Looking for a great family Staycation in Los Angeles? Try the Great Wolf Lodge in Southern California. The resort has dozens of activities that will keep your family busy and enjoying themselves.
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MomsLA was invited to check out the Lunar New Year celebration at Universal Studios Hollywood, which runs from February 10 – 25th, so we could share all our insider tips with you. There are so many fun things to do and see at Universal, especially during Lunar New Year.
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MomsLA was treated to a sampling of the many wonderful spa amenities at the Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona recently for this review. Have you ever been to Club Mud at Glen Ivy Hot Springs? I’ve lived in Los Angeles for over 25 years, and I am known for…
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MomsLA was treated to a Summer kickoff event at Burke Williams Hollywood. It’s their newest, spacious location, and it was a lovely evening where we were able to sample the amenities for this review. And we’re giving away a Burke Williams signature Buff treatment product and a 3-day spa pass to Burke Williams spa as well.
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood has become even more magical this Summer, with the addition of the Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle, a new nightly light show displayed on the exterior of Hogwarts Castle.
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I had one thing on my mind as we entered the enchanted land of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood: Butterbeer. Ever since I read the Harry Potter books, I’ve been wanting to try this magical beverage and finally I had a chance because they serve…
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Step back into the best of the 70’s at the newly-remodeled Garland Hotel in North Hollywood and you’ll be greeted by macramé planters, an orange and brown color scheme, and even a portrait of the hotel’s namesake, actress Beverly Garland. But don’t worry, they’ve also added the best of today…
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My family and I had the time of our lives on our recent first-time trip to Catalina Island. We enjoyed amazing hospitality as the guests of the Island Company and dined at several restaurants, including at the Inn on Mt. Ada, where we stayed. The Inn is not currently open…
Learn more >Catalina Island is an ideal spot to have fun with your family, with dozens of activities to suit any budget – from lounging on the sand and splashing in the waves for free, to renting a kayak, taking a glass-bottom-boat ride, ziplining through the canyons, getting an off-road jeep tour…
Learn more >My family and I were the guests of the Island Company on our recent trip to Catalina Island and stayed at the most wonderful hotel we could have ever imagined: the Inn on Mt. Ada, now known as the Mt. Ada Bed and Breakfast. This post was first published in…
Learn more >The Lakehouse Hotel & Resort in Lake San Marcos, CA is a perfect place to take the family for a chill-out, relaxation vacation. It’s a quiet, comfortable place to spend time reading, watching birds, lounging by the pool, or watching the sunset. Or, if you’re the adventurous type, you can rent…
Learn more >This is the 3rd of three posts about our recent family vacation in Sunriver & Bend, Oregon. In 2014, Sarah and her family were guests of the Central Oregon Visitors Bureau. Please read the first in the series, which is a detailed review of the Sunriver resort, and the second,…
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This is the second of three posts about our recent Family Vacation in Sunriver & Bend, Oregon. In 2014, Sarah and her family were guests of the Central Oregon Visitors Bureau. Please read the first in the series, which is a detailed review of Sunriver Resort and the area around Bend,…
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Even though my family and I are not what you would call “outdoorsy” really in any way, we fell in love with Sunriver and Bend, Oregon on a recent family vacation there. And this place is Outdoorsy for sure. We traveled to Central Oregon as guests of the Central Oregon…
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The Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum in Malibu is a great place to take the family for a little day trip R & R. It’s right in our backyard, but it feels like you’ve left the ‘burbs and are really exploring California’s historic coastline. The Adamson House and Malibu Museum23200…
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The Roar and Snore Safari at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park was an amazing family experience where we got up close and behind the scenes with animals from the wildlife preserve and got to camp out without having to pitch a tent ourselves.
Learn more >My family and I were guests at Knott’s Soak City in Orange County opening weekend and it was a blast! We enjoyed riding on the slides and splashing in the pool, and especially – floating on the lazy river. Knott’s Soak City OC is really family-friendly, with a huge, super…
Learn more >With a nod to Randy Newman, I love LA. I am a transplant, having moved here 20 years ago to seek fame and fortune in the movie industry – like so many before me – and that was a great thing to do in my 20’s and 30’s. I loved…
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