Updated for 2026 There’s nothing like a Dodger Dog and a cold beer on a hot summer day. But if you’re gluten-free you might wonder where to find something you can eat. Gluten-Free Food Options at Dodger Stadium Dodger Dog on a Gluten-Free BunThere are a few spots in the stadium…
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Dia de los Muertos begins the day after Halloween and ends on November 2nd. Making sugar skulls is something you can do with your kids.
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When my boys were in elementary school, I visited their classrooms every year and talked about Día de Los Muertos to celebrate our Mexican culture. So when GMC approached me about working with a DIY expert to make a fall craft, I decided to continue the tradition at home and make an altar for Día de Los Muertos.
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When most people think about Los Angeles they think of Hollywood or the beach. But the mountain ranges are beautiful and they have terrific hiking trails. In fact, there are many great places to go hiking in LA – with or without kids. Here are our Top 5 favorite hikes for families.
Learn more >My favorite place to stay, and also my family’s, is the Omni’s Rancho Las Palmas. Rancho Las Palmas is in Rancho Mirage and it’s perfect for families. It has a lazy river where you and your kids can float around on an inner tube all day, water slides, and a sandy beach for little kids. The water park area is near a nice size pool with plenty of lounge chairs.
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Most dogs love the beach. Running in the sand and water while the sea air blows through their fur would make any dog’s day. We’ve rounded up a list of The Best Dog Friendly Beaches in Southern California from Carmel to Malibu to San Diego where it’s easy to bring man’s best friend along for an adventure.
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If you’re watching the Big Game – or any Game, you need great snacks! Check out this list of ideas for what to eat and enjoy!
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Yes, there is a lot of fashion in the fashion district – more than 1,000 stores that sell wholesale and resale. If you’ve never been to Santee Alley to go shopping, it’s worth a trip to Downtown LA. It’s great for bargain hunters!
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Universal Studios Hollywood is a fun place to visit on a regular day, but during the holidays it’s even more spectacular. You can sip warm Butterbeer while watching The Wizarding World of Harry Potter’s nighttime show that lights up Hogwarts Castle or see the Grinch try to steal Christmas at the Grinchmas Tree Lighting.
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That’s why having a weekend away – just the two of us – as guests of the gorgeous Omni La Costa Resort and Spa near San Diego – was just what we needed.
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This summer, my family had the trip of a lifetime to Italy. I still can’t believe we went on a family vacation to Venice, Cinque Terre, Florence and Rome. One of the resources we used to plan our vacation (or any vacation or staycation) was TripAdvisor, which is why I…
Learn more >Disneyland California Adventure’s newly reimagined land, Pixar Pier, is open and it’s a colorful and playful experience that kids of all ages will love.
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It’s pretty hard to make teenagers (and one tween) happy, but Sarah and I managed to do it when we took our kids to The Great Wolf Lodge in Anaheim.
Learn more >Do you have family coming to town soon? Are you looking for something to do? When people think of Los Angeles, they often think of the Hollywood, sunny skies and amusement parks. But there is so much more to Los Angeles. Families can hike, bike, shop, eat, learn and explore in…
Learn more >This post was sponsored by Hyatt House. The small town of El Segundo is nestled between LAX and Manhattan Beach. It’s known for being home to the Chevron Oil Refinery, but also for its charming downtown, beautiful beach, and great shops and restaurants. This is the first of three posts about all…
Learn more >The beaches in Laguna are pretty spectacular, but there are many other things for families to do in the small seaside town. Visitors can explore pirate caves, hike in the canyon, ride the free trolley all over town, and even learn to blow glass. During my visit to Laguna, I asked Steve Bramucci, Laguna resident, travel…
Learn more >We had one of our most fun days as a family right here in Los Angeles over Father’s Day. We rented kayaks from Marina Paddle and kayaked to Mother’s Beach in Marina Del Rey. My husband bought a Groupon for half off – it’s normally $50 for 2 hours for a double…
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