Vivid and Vibrant Venice Beach

This beach in southern California is so full of life. It is home to street art, street performers and also is home to the homeless. Bohemian Venice Beach >>

Venice of America murals

Found in Venice, CA: Venice of America mural by Jules Muck and a wall painting of Abbot Kinney, the name and face behind Venice, California.

Have you been to a Petrified Forest, yet?

This is your chance to visit a petrified forest, even if virtually and be fascinated by what petrified wood is. Come, let’s go into Petrified Forest in Calistoga, CA.

Photo Tour: Venice of America

A bit about the Venice of America in Southern California and pictures from a walking tour of the Venice Canal Historic District.

The Frescoes of Ceasars Palace

The Roman frescoes of Ceasars Palace can be seen on the dome below which the popular animatronic show — The Fall of Atlantis takes place.

Antelope Valley: The Poppy Hills of California

Is Antelope Valley worth visiting? In the spring — YES. And during a super bloom it is a definite must-do. Here’s why:

Chihuly’s Mind-blowing Blown Glass Art

Visiting Chihuly’s Garden and Glass and seeing the creativity in the blown-glass sculpture there, blew my mind. It might blow yours too. Incredible!

The Almond Orchards Are In Blossom!

When is a good time to see some Almond Blossoms in California? Late February and early March is when the almond trees bloom. Here are a few pictures of almond orchards and blossoms from Tracy, CA

MondayMural: Mosaic Panda

Have you ever been to a place and had an artwork tell you that you’ve been there before? This Panda mosaic mural in Gustine, CA did just that. Attractive >>

Winter Walk: Checking Out Mountain House Creek Trail

Californian Winters: Pictures from a walk along Mountain House Creek Trail on a clear, late-winter day. A photo tour>>